Harlem Children’s Zone (HCZ) — a world-renowned education and poverty-fighting organization based in New York — seeks an enthusiastic, dedicated, mission-aligned Payroll Manager to join our Human Resources Team.

The Payroll Coordinator will bring a passion for the mission of Harlem Children’s Zone: break the cycle of intergenerational poverty with comprehensive, on-the-ground programming that builds up opportunities for children and families to thrive in school, work, and life.

We are seeking a Payroll Coordinator to join HCZ’s dynamic and fast-paced Finance Department and help it carry out its responsibility for managing a $120 million annual operating budget. The Payroll Coordinator administers payroll for all HCZ staff and programs and supports the administration of transit policies, pension plans, bonuses, garnishments and other payroll related subjects.

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• Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration with an emphasis in accounting; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

• Multi-state payroll experience required

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, HRIS systems, or similar software.

Who You Are

• Committed to the mission and programs of HCZ

• Able to anticipate needs and solve problems proactively

• Skilled in managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

• An effective communicator who builds trust and strong working relationships

• Attentive to detail while maintaining focus on larger operational goals

• Knowledge and experience with accounting principles, payroll systems implementations and management.

• Extensive knowledge of the payroll function, including balancing, internal controls, and payroll taxes across diverse jurisdictions.

• Strong mathematical and analytical understanding; strong problem-solving and ability to work independently.

• Super user of payroll software (ADP, UKG, Paychex, etc.)

• UltiPro and Kronos payroll experience is a Plus

What You’ll Do

• Review time sheets, wage computation, and other information to detect and reconcile payroll discrepancies

• Process paperwork for new employees and enter employee information into the payroll system

• Ensure correct information is posted onto designated records

• Process garnishments and transportation deductions

• Compute wages and deductions, and enter data electronically

• Record employee information, such as exemptions, transfers, and garnishments, to ensure payroll records are maintained and updated

• Administer and issue employee paychecks and statements of earnings and deductions

• Compile employee time, production, and payroll data from electronic sign in, time sheets and other records

• Issue and record adjustments to pay related to previous errors or retroactive increases

• Provide superior customer service skills, demonstrating courtesy and tact

• Perform other duties as assigned

Schedule

• Monday-Friday

• 3/2 hybrid schedule

Benefits

As a member of the Harlem Children’s Zone team, you will join a supportive and inclusive community dedicated to helping children, families — and our staff — thrive.

Our exceptional Full-Time benefits include:

• Highly competitive base salaries

• Life Insurance

• Short-and long-term disability

• Additional voluntary benefits

• Wellness discounts

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and paid holidays

• Career advancement opportunities

• Employee referral bonus

• Financial wellness perks

• Physical wellness discounts and commuter benefits

• Additional discounts on flights, hotels, theme parks, concert tickets, and more

The salary range for this position is $80,000-$90,000 per year. To be considered, interested applicants should apply directly through the posting. No telephone inquiries or recruiters, please. Replies will only be sent to qualified applicants. Harlem Children's Zone and Promise Academy Charter Schools will not provide work visas for candidates who require employer sponsorship to ensure work authorization in the United States. Harlem Children’s Zone is an EOE.