Payroll Clerk

Lake Catalyst; New York (NY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Catalyst in New York, NY seeks a full-time Payroll Clerk to process payroll transactions, maintain records, and resolve discrepancies. You will ensure accurate and timely payment to employees and collaborate with the finance and HR teams to address payroll inquiries.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, at least one year of payroll experience, proficiency with payroll software, and knowledge of federal and state tax laws. Deadline: December 10, 2026.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of payroll processing experience.
• Proficiency in payroll software.
• Knowledge of federal and state tax laws.
• Strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll transactions.
• Maintain payroll records.
• Resolve payroll discrepancies.
• Provide payroll support to employees and HR/finance teams.

Skills

Payroll processing

Attention to detail

Tax knowledge

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Payroll software

Job description

Lake Catalyst, a financial services company based in New York, NY, is seeking a full-time Payroll Clerk. This role involves processing payroll transactions accurately and ensuring timely and accurate payment of employees.

As a Payroll Clerk, you will process payroll transactions, including calculating wages, withholding taxes, and deductions. You will also maintain payroll records and prepare payroll reports. Additionally, you will resolve payroll discrepancies and provide payroll support to employees.

You will be stationed in the bustling New York, NY office, where you will collaborate closely with the finance team to ensure the accurate and timely processing of payroll. This involves meticulously reviewing and verifying employee earnings, deductions, and tax withholdings to guarantee compliance with both federal and state regulations. You will also work alongside the finance team to reconcile payroll expenses, manage payroll taxes, and ensure that all payroll records are properly documented and archived. Additionally, you will coordinate with the human resources department to address any payroll-related inquiries or issues, providing clear and concise explanations to employees and managers alike. Your role is crucial in maintaining the financial integrity of the organization and ensuring that employees are compensated accurately and on time.

The annual salary range for this position is between $41,000 and $53,881, with the exact amount typically determined by factors such as experience, qualifications, and the specific duties of the role. While the compensation package is competitive within the industry, the inclusion of benefits is not explicitly mentioned in the job description.

To excel in this role, you should have a high school diploma or equivalent, and at least one year of experience in payroll processing. Proficiency in payroll software and strong attention to detail are essential. Knowledge of federal and state tax laws is also required.

• Process payroll transactions
• maintain payroll records
• resolve payroll discrepancies
• provide payroll supportHigh school diploma or equivalent
• at least one year of payroll experience
• proficiency in payroll software
• strong attention to detail
• knowledge of federal and state tax laws

Application deadline: December 10, 2026.