Payroll Associate

SUMMARY: This position is responsible for processing complex multi-state payroll for a variety of clients and industries. This role will also support technology implementations, benefit administration, onboarding, offboarding, tax registrations, HRIS maintenance and other projects for a portfolio of interesting and diverse clients.FROM THE TEAM: We are a team of diverse HR, Payroll and Benefit professionals who like to work hard and have fun while doing it. We like to help our clients create a great place to work. We possess a broad cross section of experience, spanning multiple industries and specialties. On our team, staff are exposed to a broader cross section of HR, Payroll and benefit experiences and complexities than possible in an internal role.We are excited each day by the diversity of client interactions and unique challenges such as mergers and acquisitions, layoffs, rapid expansions, complex HR and payroll matters, technology, and competing employment laws.This position is a non-exempt, full-time role and will be reporting to the Administrative Services Lead. This is a US-hybrid position with the option to work from any of Newfront’s offices. What You'll Be Responsible For:Manage end to end payroll processing for 5 to 7 high-touch, complex, multi-state clients accurately and according to their respective payroll cycles.Manage benefits administration tasks on behalf of client including audit and review of data to ensure accuracy. Audit all payroll related transactions to ensure accurate and timely processing.Support HR Consultant's on client projects and deliverables such as new hire onboarding, offboarding, benefits administration, etc. Process new state and local tax registrations. Provide second tier review for payrolls processed by HR Associates as necessary.Provide back-up to HR Consultants as needed.Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.Qualifications:Minimum of 5 years of work experience is required. Payroll and benefits administration experience is required.Experience with ADP WFN and Paylocity is required.Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Excellent communication skills:  written, public speaking and presentation preparation.Exceptional telephone/video etiquette for customer service environment, professionalism and tact.Proficient knowledge and use of Microsoft Office and intermediate complexities of features.Proficient knowledge and ability to learn and implement Newfront Client technology systems.Ability to be resourceful, take initiative, solve problems and offer solutions.Works well with others in a fast-paced environment and be responsive to co-workers and colleagues.  Ability to train and give feedback.Adaptability and flexibility to respond to client and team needs.Excellent time management skills and ability to manage competing priorities and high volumes.Ability to learn and adopt use of technology systems and software applications.Capability to multi-task, understand urgency and deal with changing priorities and deadlines.Competence to review client deliverables to ensure accuracy.Ability to forge relationships and build trust with clients, team and carriers. Certificates, Licenses, and Registration: CPP is preferred. The pay range for this position in California, Washington, Colorado and New York at commencement of employment is expected to be between $63,400 and $99,000/yr; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (inclu ... (truncated, view full listing at source)