Job Description

Wilson Elser's NYC Downtown office located at 125 Broad Street currently seeks a Payroll Analyst to join the team.

THE FIRM Wilson Elser is a full-service and leading defense litigation law firm who faithfully serves our clients with more than 800 attorneys, across 40 offices in the United States and one in London. Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 200 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 53rd in The National Law Journal's survey of the nation's largest law firms.

THE POSITION

Qualifications •Minimum of 2 years' experience processing payroll •2 years’ experience with UKG/Ultimate payroll processing and report writing •Associate degree preferred •Working knowledge of ADP Enterprise •Advanced Excel skills required •Ability to handle personal and financial information with utmost discretion •Exemplary attention to detail and organizational skills •Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, in addition to strong problem-solving skills in a growing and dynamic environment •Ability to provide excellent customer service and work well in teams to establish and maintain effective working relationships •Demonstrated working knowledge of city, state and federal labor laws •Energetic and dedicated •Attention to detail and accuracy a must

Responsibilities •Perform all activities necessary to process payrolls, including maintaining related records, processing deductions such as levies and garnishments, •Ensure all payroll transactions are processed accurately and timely •Perform a variety of payroll functions in preparation, processing of semi-monthly and special payrolls ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations. •Review, analyze, and reconcile payroll and payroll related data according to established timelines, standards, and procedures. •Perform payroll processes to ensure compliance with payroll wage and hour laws and regulations. •Research and respond timely to employee payroll inquires. •Assist with quarterly and year-end processes such as W-2's and adjustments •Work closely with Human Resources and Finance Departments. •Assist with annual 401k and workers’ compensation audit paperwork preparation •Provide excellent customer service •Recognize opportunities and recommend process improvements to increase efficiency and ensure quality

WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY? •Excellent Benefits •Generous PTO plan •Excellent growth and advancement opportunities •Corporate Discount Plans

INTERESTED? Wilson Elser is a firm who focuses their commitment to both their clients and you! Please consider joining our team by applying online or sending your credentials to Careers@wilsonelser.com and putting "NYC Payroll Analyst" in the subject line.

We believe in creating a work environment free of barriers and bias, where individual outlooks and talents are respected and valued. Our firm's policy is to ensure an equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, disability, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by the law.

Company Description

Wilson Elser is a full-service law firm with nearly 800 attorneys, representing more than 50 service areas in 40 offices throughout the United States. Founded in 1978, Wilson Elser ranks among the top 200 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and is listed in the Top 50 by The National Law Journal. With a full-service office in London and a network of affiliate firms in France, Germany and Mexico, Wilson Elser routinely provides legal advice and representation throughout the world. While Wilson Elser's heritage and primary focus is insurance defense, it increasingly has expanded into the corporate and transactional realms in order to better serve its clients. Along these lines, the firm currently has a broad range of practice areas, members of which will often work on multidisciplinary and/or multijurisdictional teams in order to identify sound, comprehensive and innovative solutions to complex legal issues.