Associate, Payroll Jobs

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are looking for dynamic, best-in-class talent to join the Mediabrands team as a Payroll Associate. In this role you will play an integral part in payroll processing while working closely with a team of two other Payroll Associates. You will ensure accurate and timely execution of tasks and help identify ways to improve our processes to ensure consistency and integrity in payroll data, policies, and procedures. This role involves high volume, time-sensitive work requiring impeccable attention to detail.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Effectively and accurately enter payroll transactions into HRIS (PeopleSoft). Transactions include, but are not limited to, new hires, terminations, promotions, bonuses, and other pay data changes.
• Process, review, and confirm semi-monthly payrolls for exempt and non-exempt employees.
• Exercise highest level of confidentiality when dealing with employee information.
• Process and maintain overtime and temporary employee timesheets.
• In rotation with the other Payroll Associates, oversee the AskPayroll email box, responding to and forwarding inquiries as appropriate.
• Develop relationships with internal clients and partners, most notably with HR and Finance.
• Master the HR platforms and technology used within Mediabrands, including but not limited to, PeopleSoft, Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, and EmpTrust.
• Assist department managers and staff by answering payroll questions, and research and resolve payroll problems and discrepancies.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Highly resourceful and efficient.
• Tremendous professionalism, dedication to outstanding customer service, and calm under pressure.
• Highly organized with impeccable attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize with minimal supervision and to adapt quickly to changing needs.
• Minimum one (1) year experience in a Payroll department or business office.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Dedication to follow-through on all tasks and to meeting deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office with, at minimum, basic Excel skills.
• Maintains discretion and confidentiality.
• Comfortable working both independently and in a collaborative team setting.
• Strong technical aptitude and comfortable learning and working in various online systems; HRIS experience a huge plus.

We See You

We embrace diversity, and our responsibility to maintain an inclusive environment is core to our culture and values. We see diversity of people and experiences as fuel for creativity and innovation needed to bring about the best experiences and services. A diverse workforce means we can grow together, be better problem solvers, and bring about long-term, meaningful change where we will achieve above and beyond our business goals. We are better together..

When you join Mediabrands, you join a global community and are valued for who you are – your lived experiences, the contributions you make, and the distinct perspectives you bring. Here, what you think and who you are is just as important as what you do. As we recruit, we are dedicated to looking beyond what a resume can show. If you think you’d be a great addition to the team but don’t have the exact experience or skills, we encourage you to apply and share your unique background with us. We see you at Mediabrands.

Wage and Benefits

We offer a Total Rewards package that includes medical and dental coverage, 401(k) plans, flex spending, life insurance, disability, employee discount program, employee stock purchase program and paid family benefits to support you and your family. To give you the ability to better meet your personal needs, and in support of your physical and emotional well-being, you will receive discretionary time off days and company-wide Appreciation Weeks and Wellness Days.

We also offer a competitive Total Compensation package, including a competitive salary and eligibility for an annual discretionary incentive award or a relevant incentive award.

The salary range for this position is posted below. Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position, market considerations, budgetary considerations, tenure and standing with the Company (applicable to current employees), as well as the employee’s/applicant’s skill set, level of experience, and qualifications.

Employment Transparency

It is the policy of Mediabrands, division of the Interpublic group, to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, veteran status, disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the American with Disabilities Act of 1990. The job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Essential and other job functions are subject to modification. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

For applicants to jobs in the United States: In compliance with the current Americans with Disabilities Act and state and local laws, if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with Mediabrands, please email [email protected]

Salary Range

$50,000--$55,000 USD