Payroll & Benefits Manager - 4 days NYC - Financial Services

About Our Client

This is a repeat client of ours within the financial services space. They operate globally and have a phenomenal, people‑first culture, and strong cross‑functional partnership between functions. This role will be 4 days onsite in Manhattan and up to $200K + bonus.

• Own end‑to‑end Workday payroll administration
• Manage US and Global (in collaboration with vendors abroad) payroll.
• Process exempt & non‑exempt payroll, including overtime
• Lead bonus payroll and year‑end processes
• Handle unvested compensation, sign‑on payments, and other complex pay elements
• Support payroll tax activities and ensure compliance with federal, state, and international regulations
• Oversee qualifying life events and employee benefits changes in Workday
• Lead Open Enrollment, handle invoicing, and broker communications

MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

• 10+ years of payroll and benefits experience
• Minimum 3 years hands‑on Workday payroll experience required
• Proven background managing complex payroll (bonuses, exempt/non‑exempt, vested/unvested comp)
• Understanding of payroll tax, compliance, audits, and reporting
• High accuracy, strong analytical skills, and ability to navigate sensitive employee inquiries
• Financial services experience highly preferred

• Competitive base salary up to $200K+bonus
• High‑ownership role with exposure to senior leadership
• Hybrid work with 4 days onsite
• Opportunity to lead payroll and benefits operations for a global platform
• Ability to influence processes and partner closely across HR, Finance, and international offices
• Strong work culture across teams