Payroll Analyst

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: The Payroll Analyst is responsible for the research, analysis, reconciliation and response to all pay and deduction related payrollproduction issues.

The position will work independently to interpret applicable current university policies and procedures and make accurate applications and apply them correctly.

This position will also interact with departments in interpretation and completion of the time-keeping process in Kronos.Interprets and applies all university policies and procedures that relate to payroll productionInterprets federal, state and local tax updates, makes required application and applies them correctlyOversees benefit deduction requests and/or retroactive pay processes; provides excellent customer service to faculty and staff providing first line resolution and response or following up until resolution is accomplishedAssist with the resolution of individual and group pay issues such as union dues, contracts, etc.

and how they apply to production cycles.

Interacts with agencies as needed.

Provides findings to managerWork alongside the Kronos Specialist in reviewing, updating and signing off of timecards in accordance with established deadlines.

Including but not limited to analytical review, applying proper pay codes, correcting errors and interacting directly with Kronos Approvers; offering guidance as needed.

Processes timecards, providing final sign-off and prepares Kronos integration files in absence of Specialist.Manage federal, state or agency garnishment orders, communication, reporting and disbursements.

Interacts directly agencies with affected employees.Responsible for coordinating activities in accordance with various payroll-related deadlinesManage individual workflow to coincide with numerous payroll production cycles and deadlines.

Is responsible for coordinating activities in accordance with deadlinesAssist in the review of reports for validation of incoming deduction data from various departments.

Work collaboratively with all departments to resolve any outstanding payroll issuesPrepare payroll related analysis and reports by researching, compiling, analyzing, and verifying data for the department.Works closely with Payroll Compliance Coordinator to support and manage non-resident alien tax treaties and 1042 processes and to reconcile and approve wire transfers to 3rd parties benefit providers, unions, and other entitiesProvides full support of annual W-2 process implementationIdentify and analyze workflow issues and partner with dept.

staff to develop and implement resolutionsWork closely with other HR Departments for various employee issues and staff changes.All other duties as required by department.

QUALIFICATIONS: A Bachelor’s degree in a finance related field with a minimum of 2 -3 years prior related experience.

An equivalent combination of education and prior related experience will also be considered.The successful candidate should possess the ability to work collaboratively across departments and manage numerous projects.Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment while managing numerous deadlines and communicate well both verbally and in writing.Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, strong verbal and written communication skills are essential.Proficiency in Microsoft Office particularly Word and Excel.Ability to quickly learn and utilize new systems.Demonstrated commitment and track record in implementing continuous improvement techniques and processes.Demonstrated outstanding skills in human resources management and service delivery.

ABOUT US: Founded in 1955, the Albert Einstein College of Medicine (Einstein) is one of the nations premier institutions for medical education, basic research and clinical investigation.

A full-time faculty of some 2,000 conducts research, teaches, and delivers health care in every major biomedical specialty.

The college has some 730 medical students, 193 Ph.D.

students, 106 MD/Ph.D.

students and 275 postdoctoral fellows.Einsteins major strength, in addition to training physicians and scientists, is its science.

During fiscal year 2015, the facultys consistently high level of scientific achievement resulted in the awarding of more than $150 million in peer-reviewed grants from the National Institutes of Health (NIH).Einstein is part of Montefiore Medicine Academic Health System, an integrated academic delivery system comprising seven campuses, including 8 hospitals, a multi-county ambulatory network, a new state-of-the art hospital without beds, a skilled nursing facility, school of nursing, home health agency, and the states first freestanding emergency department.

As the University Hospital for the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Montefiore is a premier academic health system, employing Einsteins clinical faculty and training Einsteins medical students, over 1,300 residents, 420 allied health students, and 1,600 nursing students annually.The Albert Einstein College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Einstein seeks candidates whose skills, and personal and professional experience, have prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence, and the communities we serve.