Director of Payroll

Our client, located on the Upper East Side in Manhattan, is a leader in the marketing, sales and leasing of exceptional new residential developments. They are seeking a detail-oriented and service-oriented Payroll Director to manage a team of 7 payroll coordinators processing a large, weekly, unionized property management payroll function. The candidate will oversee the weekly payroll processing for 400+ client building service accounts utilizing ADP’s Work Force Now and ETime. This individual will be responsible for verification of payroll data, auditing and maintaining controls of the system, managing garnishments and child support, ensuring all remittance of 401(k) contributions is timely, overseeing the union reporting for benefit eligibility, union funds remittance, and tracking time off utilizing ADP. Payroll must be processed in accordance with FLSA, NYS Wage Hour law, and union contracts. The Payroll Manager will coordinate both the client and property management staff on all payroll related issues. Strong communication and follow-up are necessary. Ideal candidates must have 7+ years of Payroll Management experience, Bachelor’s degree, and must demonstrate a solid understanding of federal and state labor law, Local 32BJ contract requirements, and rules for processing wage deductions, or garnishments. An understanding of payroll taxes is required. We seek a team player, with strong communication skills. This position interacts with clients and hospitality/customer service skills are necessary.