Payroll & Benefits Specialist

Global Real Estate Organization Payroll & Benefits Lead

Join a global real estate development organization and lead Payroll & Benefits.

Our client is a global real estate development organization. Supporting approximately 100-200 U.S. employees, the company combines the stability and resources of a global enterprise with an entrepreneurial culture where employees are empowered to improve processes, drive innovation, and make a meaningful impact on the business.

Job Description

• Process bi-weekly payroll for U.S. employees across multiple states and entities using Paychex.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations, wage and hour laws, FLSA requirements, and related employment legislation.
• Maintain payroll records, employee data, tax documentation, direct deposit information, and HRIS records.
• Administer 401(k) contributions, payroll deductions, benefits enrollments, and benefits-related employee communications.
• Support open enrollment activities and act as a liaison with external benefits providers and administrators.
• Prepare and maintain reporting related to ACA, EEO, workers' compensation, unemployment, 401(k) plans, audits, and other compliance requirements.
• Develop and analyze HR and payroll reports, workforce metrics, turnover data, and other business insights.
• Utilize advanced Excel functions to manage, analyze, and present data to HR leadership and headquarters.
• Partner closely with HR and Finance teams to support reporting, payroll reconciliations, and process improvements.
• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows, automate administrative tasks, and improve operational efficiency.
• Assist with employee engagement initiatives, wellness programs, onboarding activities, and broader HR projects as needed.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum 3 years of payroll experience; 5+ years preferred.
• Hands-on payroll processing experience with increasing responsibility.
• Paychex experience is strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of payroll compliance, employment laws, and multi-state payroll regulations.
• Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and reporting.
• Experience working with HRIS platforms and payroll systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical capabilities.
• Ability to work independently while partnering effectively across all levels of the organization.

What's on Offer

• Competitive base salary of $85,000 - $110,000
• Hybrid work schedule with 4 days onsite near Bryant Park in Manhattan.
• Opportunity to train and transition with the team.
• Exposure to payroll, benefits, analytics, compliance, and strategic HR initiatives.
• Stable global organization with strong resources and long-term career growth potential.