M&T Bank

Payroll Specialist

M&T Bank  •  $34.25/hr  •  Buffalo, NY (Onsite)  •  20 days ago
Apply
AI can make mistakes so check important info. Chat history is never stored.

Job Description

  • Supports the activities of payroll and all tasks necessary to accomplish the organization’s payroll and compensation processing objectives with guidance and direction from leadership. Completes payroll process steps, statutory and government regulations, while adhering to Company policies. Responsible for supporting biweekly payroll function in the HR system, focusing on accuracy, timeliness, and accounting of all job functions. May complete work related to the Time & Leave system, as necessary.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Complete all necessary payroll activities as assigned under the guidance and oversight of more experienced staff.
  • Provide accurate and timely payroll processing of employees’ pay, time, leave and other time off.
  • Review and make necessary adjustments to terminated employees’ final pay; verify completion of timesheets and accuracy of dates, complete payment for accrued time off and severance as needed.
  • Partner with HR Service Team on resolving employee service cases, with support from more experienced staff.
  • Process off-cycle pay as requested; review retroactive pay transactions, etc.
  • Sort and distribute payroll mail items.
  • Complete off-cycle stock transactions with oversight from more experienced staff.
  • Adjust time off accruals for scheduled hours changes.
  • Maintain knowledge of the regulations and policies affecting the payroll process.
  • Understand and adhere to the Company’s risk and regulatory standards, policies and controls in accordance with the Company’s Risk Appetite. Identify risk-related issues needing escalation to management.
  • Promote an environment that supports a culture of belonging and reflects the M&T Bank brand.
  • Maintain M&T internal control standards, including timely implementation of internal and external audit points together with any issues raised by external regulators as applicable.
  • Complete other related duties as assigned.

Scope of Responsibilities:

Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities:

  • No Supervisory Responsibilities

Education and Experience Required:

  • Minimum of a High school diploma or equivalent (GED) and a minimum of 2 years’ payroll and/or relevant customer experience
  • Experience working under pressure
  • Detail-oriented
  • Proficiency working in pertinent word processing and spreadsheet applications
  • Prior experience working in a collaborative/team environment

Education and Experience Preferred:

  • Associate’s degree and a minimum of 2 years’ payroll experience
  • Experience with large multi-state company payroll processing
  • Previous pertinent payroll software experience
  • Previous time and leave experience
  • Demonstrated understanding of the end-to-end payroll process
  • Proven analytical skills
  • Proven problem-solving skills
  • Proven verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to interact with all levels of personnel
  • Strong mathematical skills

Physical Requirements:

M&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive, and market-informed pay for our employees. The pay range for this position is $20.55 - $34.25 Hourly (USD). The successful candidate’s particular combination of knowledge, skills, and experience will inform their specific compensation.

Location

Buffalo, New York, United States of America

M&T Bank

About M&T Bank

Great companies have an enduring sense of purpose. At M&T, our purpose is a simple one: make a difference in people’s lives and uplift the communities we serve. Founded in 1856 in Buffalo, NY we are now a top 11 full-service US-based commercial bank with a retail footprint across the east coast and wealth services available nationwide and abroad. As a bank, we offer advice, guidance, expertise, and solutions across the entire financial spectrum that combines M&T’s traditional banking services with the wealth management and institutional capabilities offered by Wilmington Trust. We are a community-minded organization with more than 167 years of experience. We serve customers, community, and colleagues whether they be across the street, across the state or across the country.

As an employer of choice, we are proud to offer competitive benefits ranging from medical and retirement to forty hours of paid volunteer time, each year. Our core values drive the work we do – integrity, ownership, collaboration, curiosity, candor and we seek to further build upon our record of success by bringing in top talent and fresh skill sets while continuing to support the growth and development of all our team members.

M&T Bank is unwavering when it comes to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, age, disability, citizenship, pregnancy, veteran status, military status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local laws.

Industry
Finance & Insurance
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Buffalo, New York
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
mtb.com
Social Media