Senior Payroll Analyst

job summary:We are looking for a driven, enthusiastic Senior Payroll Analyst to support the payroll accounting operations. Requiring excellent relationships with both external Payroll providers and internal HR Generalists & Stock Administrators across Americas. You will have a solid understanding of payroll & stock related matters, including taxation, benefit and equity plans. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of combined experience in payroll operations at a global organization listed in U.S and extensive knowledge of payroll tax regulations.What you will do:- 5+ years of Workday expereience is a MUST HAVE- Ensure accurate quarter and year-end processing included but not limited to federal, state, and local tax reconciliations, W-2 and 1099 issuance- Handle escalated issues, tax notices, or tax audits for federal, state, and local taxes- Establish best practice for tax administration- Research and communicate information about current and proposed payroll tax legislation and company procedures to ensure compliance and customer understanding- Keep up to date on compliance for payroll procedures as they relate to Federal regulations and company policies- Be responsible for semi-monthly and off-cycle payroll processing for Americas- Process daily stock option exercises, RSU and NSO and ISO's- Assist with additional ad hoc projects as outlined by the Payroll team lead.- Provide superior customer service to employees with questions relating to their payrollWho you are:- Extensive knowledge of Payroll Tax Compliance- Experience with WorkDay- Experience with ADP SmartCompliance- Minimum of 5 years related experience- Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Accounting or Finance. CPP/CEP Preferred.- Able to work in a high pace environment- Experience with multi-state a HUGE plus- Knowledge of Equity is a plus- Ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive data- Excellent organization skills with attention to detail and completeness- Proficiency in Excel- Business process improvement skills and a mind for automation location: New York, New Yorkjob type: Contractsalary: $45 - 53 per hourwork hours: 8am to 4pmeducation: Bachelors responsibilities:- Ensure accurate quarter and year end processing included but not limited to federal, state and local tax reconciliations, W-2 and 1099 issuance- Handle escalated issues, tax notices or tax audits for federal, state and local taxes- Establish best practice for tax administration- Research and communicate information about current and proposed payroll tax legislation and company procedures to ensure compliance and customer understanding- Keep up to date on compliance for payroll procedures as they relate to Federal regulations and company policies- Be responsible for semi-monthly and off cycle payroll processing for Americas- Process daily stock option exercises, RSU and NSO and ISO's- Assist with additional ad hoc projects as outlined by the Payroll team lead.- Provide superior customer service to employees with questions relating to their payroll qualifications:

• Experience level: Manager
• Minimum 8 years of experience
• Education: Bachelors

• PAYROLL
• HR
• Business Analysis