Payroll & Benefits Strategist

Berkeley Carroll; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Berkeley Carroll School in New York is seeking a Payroll and Benefits Specialist for a full-time, 12-month on-campus role. You will manage payroll using ADP, administer employee benefits, and ensure compliance with applicable laws.

Responsibilities include processing semi-monthly payroll, entering journal entries, handling payroll inquiries, and managing benefit plans and enrollments. Collaboration with HR and COO is essential to maintain data integrity and timely reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, business or related field required.
• Minimum 5 years' payroll and benefits administration experience.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state and local payroll laws.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Interest in DEI work is encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Process semi-monthly payroll using ADP for compliance with laws.
• Enter payroll journal entries into NXT accounting platform.
• Respond to employee payroll questions and support ADP self-service.
• Maintain payroll records and tax withholdings.
• Administer all benefit plans and open enrollments in ADP.
• Serve as liaison with carriers and third-party administrators.
• Prepare reports for annual audits and compliance reports.
• Support HR function as needed.

Skills

ADP

Payroll administration

Benefits administration

FLSA compliance

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Spanish language

Education

Bachelor's Degree in HR/Business

PHR or SPHR certification (preferred)

Tools

NXT accounting platform

Google Suite

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Berkeley Carroll School in New York is seeking a Payroll and Benefits Specialist for a full-time, 12-month on-campus role. You will manage payroll using ADP, administer employee benefits, and ensure compliance with applicable laws.

Responsibilities include processing semi-monthly payroll, entering journal entries, handling payroll inquiries, and managing benefit plans and enrollments. Collaboration with HR and COO is essential to maintain data integrity and timely reporting.