Payroll Associate (HR Operations)

Payroll Associate (HR Operations)
Pay Rate: $35 per hour, W2

Summary:

• Location: New York, NY
• Duration: 6+ Month Contract
• Work Mode: HYBRID - Tue. - Thu. in office
• Must have worked a previous payroll title

Responsibilities:

• Execute and support bi-weekly payroll processing in SAP Employee Central Payroll (ECP).
• Review and validate payroll data including hires, terminations, pay changes, and adjustments.
• Perform payroll audits, reconciliations, and issue resolution.
• Ensure payroll is processed accurately and in accordance with established timelines.
• Provide day-to-day oversight and guidance to offshore payroll support team.
• Review work output for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to service standards.
• Manage garnishment processes in coordination with third-party vendor.
• Monitor vendor performance and ensure service level expectations are met.
• Respond to payroll-related inquiries through case management systems.
• Partner with HR, Employee Relations, and other internal teams to resolve pay-related issues.
• Participate in payroll system testing and support implementation of automation and process improvements.
• Ensure adherence to payroll policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Maintain accurate documentation and support audit activities.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 1 year of payroll, HR operations, or related experience.
• Working knowledge of payroll systems (SAP ECP preferred).
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills.

Key Competencies:

• Analytical thinking and attention to detail.
• Accountability and ownership of work.
• Collaboration and teamwork.
• Ability to work with moderate guidance and exercise sound judgment.
• Continuous improvement mindset.