We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical HR & Payroll Analyst to join our growing team in NY. This role is responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payroll, maintaining compliance, and providing HR support to employees, managers and HR Business Partners. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work collaboratively across multiple teams.
As the Payroll and HR Analyst, you are part of the HR-Benefits Team, which is responsible for providing strategic and operational HR support to our New York Office and subsidiary companies in North America. The team manages the HR initiatives and functions, including payroll, compensation, benefits, recruiting, onboarding, learning and development, offboarding and talent management. Together with your team members, you serve as a change agent and a workplace culture champion. You provide excellent customer service support for all payroll and HR-related matters to our managers and employees. The Payroll and HR Analyst reports to the Director, HR and Payroll.
If you are passionate about HR, payroll, and delivering an excellent employee experience, we invite you to apply and become part of our team at Bertelsmann, Inc.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree or related experience in Human Resources, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field required
• 3+ years of work experience in payroll processing and HR functions.
• Strong knowledge of payroll regulations and compliance requirements.
• Experience with HRIS and payroll systems (e.g., ADP, Workday, SAP, UKG, HRCentral, or similar platforms)
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage sensitive information with confidentiality.
• Experience in a professional service or management consulting firm, preferred
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (particularly in Excel, including VLOOKUP and Pivot Tables)
• Must be proficient in researching information, data entry, and running reports in an HRIS (UKG, HRC or other HRIS)

• Process payroll for business units in a timely and accurate manner
• Input, maintain and verify payroll data, ensuring compliance with company policies and legal regulations
• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies proactively
• Generate month-end, quarterly and ad-hoc reports for Finance and HR
• Provide guidance and support to managers and employees on payroll and HR-related inquiries
• Administer and communicate company policies and payroll programs effectively
• Collaborate with HR partners to support the full employee lifecycle, including, onboarding and offboarding of employees
• Administer and support time management systems and assist with payroll and system implementations
• Partner with HRIS teams and HR Partners to research and resolve system-related issues
• Ensure compliance with business practices by maintaining proper documentation and supporting internal and external audit activities
• Assist with various HR & Payroll activities and perform additional duties as assigned to support business operations
• Identify and implement improvements to enhance payroll and HR efficiency.
• Foster positive workplace experience and supporting employee engagement initiatives