Payroll Associate

LifeMD; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Flexible PTO Policy

Paid Holidays

Disability coverage (Short/Long Term)

Training & Development

Job summary

LifeMD is seeking a Payroll Associate to oversee our payroll processing, ensuring on-time, accurate payments and regulatory compliance. The role reports to the Payroll Manager and involves data entry, auditing, and collaboration across finance teams.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years of payroll experience, strong accounting knowledge, and proficiency with Google Workspace and payroll software. This full-time position is based in New York.

Qualifications

• Two to three years of payroll experience.
• Knowledge of payroll prep, reconciliation, and SOX controls.
• Proficient with Google Workspace.
• Experience with payroll and expense software.
• Strong accounting principles knowledge.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and review payroll processing systems for timely and accurate payroll.
• Prepare and maintain records and reports of payroll transactions.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws.
• Facilitate audits by providing records to auditors.
• Respond to inquiries about payroll deductions and accruals.
• Assist in preparation of journal entries and month-end reports.
• Oversee tax compliance by payroll provider.
• Reconcile all payroll-related accounts and activities.

Skills

Payroll

Google Workspace

SOX controls

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelors in Accounting

Tools

Rippling HRIS

Payroll software

Expense report software

Job description

LifeMD is a leading provider of virtual primary care committed to enhancing access to quality and affordable virtual and in-home healthcare. Catering to a wide range of health needs, LifeMD covers over 200 conditions, including primary care, men's and women's health, allergy & asthma, and dermatology. The company operates a vertically-integrated proprietary digital care platform, backed by a 50-state affiliated medical group and a US-based patient care center. LifeMD was recently ranked #166 in the 2023 Deloitte Fast 500.

About the Role

LifeMD is looking for a passionate, self-starter with strong technical accounting aptitude to join our rapidly growing company as Payroll Associate. The position reports directly to the Payroll Manager. The Payroll Associate will assist in the oversight and data entry for the organization's payroll functions, ensuring pay is processed on time, accurately, and in compliance with all government regulations.

Responsibilities

• The Payroll associate's primary role is to maintain, and reviews payroll processing systems to ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll transactions including new hires, terms, salaries, hourly wages/timecards, benefits, garnishments, taxes, other deductions, and direct deposits
• Prepares and maintains accurate records and reports of payroll transactions
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws
• Facilitates audits by providing records and documentation to auditors
• Responds to routine inquiries concerning payroll deductions and accruals, wage garnishments, and preparation of off cycle pay
• Assists in the preparation of journal entries and month-end reports
• Oversees tax compliance by payroll provider and provides resolution of routine tax notices and changes to tax requirements
• Reconciles all payroll-related accounts and activities

About us

LifeMD is a leading provider of virtual primary care committed to enhancing access to quality and affordable virtual and in-home healthcare. Catering to a wide range of health needs, LifeMD covers over 200 conditions, including primary care, men's and women's health, allergy & asthma, and dermatology. The company operates a vertically-integrated proprietary digital care platform, backed by a 50-state affiliated medical group and a US-based patient care center. LifeMD was recently ranked #166 in the 2023 Deloitte Fast 500.

About the Role

LifeMD is looking for a passionate, self-starter with strong technical accounting aptitude to join our rapidly growing company as Payroll Associate. The position reports directly to the Payroll Manager. The Payroll Associate will assist in the oversight and data entry for the organization's payroll functions, ensuring pay is processed on time, accurately, and in compliance with all government regulations.

Responsibilities

• The Payroll associate's primary role is to maintain, and reviews payroll processing systems to ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll transactions including new hires, terms, salaries, hourly wages/timecards, benefits, garnishments, taxes, other deductions, and direct deposits
• Prepares and maintains accurate records and reports of payroll transactions
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws
• Facilitates audits by providing records and documentation to auditors
• Responds to routine inquiries concerning payroll deductions and accruals, wage garnishments, and preparation of off cycle pay
• Assists in the preparation of journal entries and month-end reports
• Oversees tax compliance by payroll provider and provides resolution of routine tax notices and changes to tax requirements
• Reconciles all payroll-related accounts and activities

Requirements

• Two to three years of related experience required
• Knowledge of the payroll function including preparation, reconciliation, internal controls (SOX), vacation policies, and payroll taxes
• Proficient with Google Office Suite
• Proficient with payroll software and expense report software, Rippling HRIS experience is a plus
• knowledge of accounting principles
• Ability to follow instructions for multiple projects with competing priorities
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field preferred

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

• Retirement Plan (401k, Roth 401k)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Flexible PTO Policy
• Paid Holidays
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development