Payroll Administrator

This job involves a high level of interaction with various departments, requiring strong communication skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities:

• Efficiently manage the processing of partner and staff bi-weekly payroll using ADP Vantage
• Ensure the accuracy of payroll data entry and compliance with firm policies
• Maintain and manage payroll service reports, time records, tax filing, and other payroll records
• Calculate termination paychecks and other out-of-cycle payroll checks
• Provide payroll related information regarding employee leave of absence calculations
• Act as a liaison with payroll service and coordinate with the Human Resources and Benefit Departments
• Organize and manage multiple tasks under tight time constraints
• Monitor and respond to inquiries in the Payroll Department email inbox, including researching complex matters
• Assist with special projects such as upgrades to ADP Vantage
• Develop ADP Vantage training materials and perform other duties as assigned. • Minimum of 7 years of experience as a Payroll Administrator or in a similar role within the legal industry
• Proficient in accounting software systems
• Knowledge and experience with ADP - Financial Services and ADP Workforce Now
• Experience with Ceridian and Crystal Reports
• Experience in 401k - RRSP Administration
• Familiarity with About Time software
• Strong understanding of accounting functions
• Proven experience in auditing
• Knowledge of benefit functions
• Experience in managing multi-state payroll
• Experience in handling payroll for over 500 employees
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred
• Certification as a Payroll Professional (CPP) would be an advantage