Payroll Accountant

Wilson Elser is seeking a highly skilled Payroll Accountant to join our Firm. The Payroll Account will help optimize our payroll processes using UKG and ensure they are efficient and fully compliant with government regulations. In addition to payroll processing, the Payroll Accountant will be responsible for payroll reconciliations, system maintenance and handling various ad hoc analytical requests. The ideal candidate will be a methodical, self-motivated, coachable team player with a strong attention to and deep commitment to delivering quality work.The FirmWilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1,100 attorneys in 44 offices throughout the United States. Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 200 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 43rd in the National Law Journal’s survey of the nation’s largest law firms. We’re also Mansfield Certified Plus and a Women in the Law Forum Gold Standard Law Firm.Job SummaryWhat You’ll Be Doing• Participate in payroll processing to ensure timely compliant and accurate processing of payroll transactions, including salaries, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and other deductions• Prepare and maintain detailed, accurate records and reports of payroll transactions• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws as well as adherence to industry best practices• Assist with the facilitation of audits by fulfilling audit requests with substantiated records and documentation• Identify opportunities for enhancing payroll systems and procedures, recommending and implementing updates as needed• Perform additional tasks as required to support the payroll operation• Prepare payroll and compensation-related journal entries and accruals• Assist in the preparation of year-end tax forms ensuring accuracy and compliance• Collaborate with leadership and other stakeholders to effectively address and fulfill all payroll related needsQualificationsThe requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of this position. Wilson Elser will always consider candidates with an equivalent combination of relevant experience and education.• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a relevant field• 3+ years’ related experience required, including payroll processing• Extensive knowledge of payroll functions, including:• Payroll tax return and general ledger reconciliations• Payroll internal controls• Benefit taxation implications and reporting• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail• Excellent written and verbal communication skills• Excellent customer service skills• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel (Pivot tables and V-lookups)• Strong proficiency in Ultipro/UKG/Kronos payroll softwareWhy You Should Apply• Excellent Benefits including a 401k match• Generous PTO plan• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities• Corporate Discount PlansWilson Elser believes 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.The starting salary for this position is $110,000 - $120,000. Pay is determined based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, depth of experience. This position is considered full-time and is therefore eligible to participate in employer-sponsored benefits, including medical, dental, vision, as well as elective/voluntary life, disability, and accident coverage. All full-time employees are eligible to participate in the Firm's 401k plan.If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact us at 914.323.7000 or Careers@wilsonelser.com to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.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 "NY Payroll Accountant" in the subject line.Wilson Elser is not accepting unsolicited agency resumes for this position. Please do not forward resumes to our careers email address or any Firm employees. Wilson Elser is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.