Payroll And Benefits Administrator

Title: Payroll and Benefits Administrator

Department: Total Rewards

Reports To: Payroll Manager

Location: New York, New York

FLSA: Non –Exempt

COMPANY SUMMARY

Empire State Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: ESRT) is a NYC-focused REIT that owns and operates a portfolio of modernized, amenitized, and well-located office, retail, and multifamily assets. The Company is the recognized leader in energy efficiency and indoor environmental quality. ESRT’s flagship Empire State Building – the “World’s Most Famous Building” – includes its Observatory, the #1 attraction in the U.S. in Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Awards: Best of the Best for two consecutive years. As of December 31, 2023, ESRT's portfolio is comprised of approximately 8.6 million rentable square feet of office space, 0.7 million rentable square feet of retail space and 727 residential units. More information about Empire State Realty Trust can be found at esrtreit.com and by following ESRT on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X and LinkedIn.

The dedicated team at ESRT is a collection of diverse individuals with a shared passion for excellence and a keen eye toward future growth. Headquartered in New York City, we harness the energy of the city in everything we do. We care for one another, work hard, and have a lot of fun doing it! We are Certified™ as a Great Place to Work® by the global authority, Great Place to Work®, on workplace culture, employee experience, and leadership behaviors. We prioritize and invest in the health and wellness of employees to attract, develop, and retain top-tier talent. ESRT values continuous employee development and encourages colleagues to excel in their roles and adapt to emerging business needs. From our crown jewel, The Empire State Building, to incredible buildings modernized for the 21st century, to outstanding customer service, and our decade-long leadership position in sustainability and energy efficient portfolio that is 100% fully powered by renewable wind electricity, we take pride in our work. ESRT seeks an equally passionate colleague to join the team, understand the vision and help achieve that vision.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Payroll and Benefits Administrator will support the Total Rewards team. This position will be responsible for processing Payroll and benefit-related transactions including internal reporting, and external compliance reporting. To be successful, a candidate should have some experience in payroll processing, be able to work independently with limited supervision and have excellent written and oral communication skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Payroll:

• Update weekly employee transactions (New hire, rehire, and adjustments)
• Transmitting weekly payroll
• Investigating and resolving payroll discrepancies.
• Run and Analyze ad-hoc reporting for system improvement and data accuracy
• Conducting electronic employee changes and maintenance transactions in payroll system, conducts random payroll system audits to ensure accuracy in processing
• Collaborate with HR Dept. to maintain the integrity and confidentiality of employee data
• Provide support for Payroll and benefit related inquiries.

Benefits:

• Prepare weekly flexible spending and commuter funding reports.
• Prepare weekly 401(K) employee contributions reports.
• Run benefits related reports as needed
• Track and distribute monthly new hire Observatory Complimentary ticket cards
• Record all workers compensation incidents in the ADP Workforce OSHA Module
• Assist with management of leave of absence requests
• Assist with coordination and implementation of corporate wellness events
• Manage confidential information in a professional manner

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

Success in this position means the Payroll and Benefits Administrator can be relied upon for timely and accurate data reporting and analysis. The Payroll and Benefits Administrator communicates effectively with other members of the Total Rewards Team and prioritizes assignments. The Payroll and Benefits Administrator is curious and growth-oriented, constantly seeking to absorb knowledge and acquire experience.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Excellent people skills and a true customer service orientation towards employees and managers.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and meet weekly transmitting deadlines.
• Absolute integrity, discretion, and sensitivity to confidential company and employee information.
• Excellent organization, presentation, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Knowledge using ADP Enhanced Time, and WorkForceNow and experience in government regulations related to FSLA, FMLA, and other State and Federal regulations a plus.
• Must be able to prioritize, multitask and operate independently and on a team in a deadline driven environment.
• Must have ability to interact with managers and employees at all levels in the organization.
• Proficient excel skills (ex: Pivot table, V-look up)

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• At least 2 years payroll processing experience

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

At ESRT, like our tenants, our employees come from everywhere. We foster a richly diverse work environment that captures top talent and cultivates the best ideas. By focusing on inclusion and celebrating our differences, we create even greater value — in business practices, relationships, and employee engagement. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to maintaining a diverse, inclusive and equitable work environment where our employees can thrive. In addition, ESRT employees embody our Company Culture & Success Factors -

• Adaptable – you are a self-starter who’s able to quickly digest and execute new processes to work both collaboratively and independently
• Dynamic – you are solutions-oriented, aim to improve processes and implement efficiency, and offer insightful feedback to improve ESRT
• Dependable – you take a strong sense of ownership and accountability over your work
• Passionate – you keep up with industry trends and are excited about the potential to propel the industry forward with a “roll-up-your-sleeves” attitude
• Curious – you consistently look for new ways to work smarter, not just harder
• Ethical – you treat others with respect, and embrace and contribute to a culture of diversity and inclusion
• Positive – you possess a service-oriented attitude with excellent follow through

The salary range for this position is $65,000 to $75,000. Salary is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, job location, size of property where applicable, and/or certifications. In addition to your base salary, ESRT provides discretionary annual bonuses. ESRT offer comprehensive, competitive benefits & well-being programs including:

BENEFITS

• Competitive base salary and bonus
• Health/Dental/Vision insurance
• Company sponsored Life, AD&D, STD (with Salary Continuation), and LTD Insurance
• Voluntary Enhanced LTD Program
• Voluntary Hospital, Accident, and Cancer Programs
• 401(k) with 100% match up to 5%
• Paid parental leave
• Pre-tax transit accounts
• Employee Assistance Program for emotional, financial, and legal support

WELL-BEING

• Generous paid time off
• Flex remote work time
• Flex Summer Fridays
• Employee engagement programs
• Volunteer time off
• Continuing education
• Complimentary Empire State Building Observatory access
• Complimentary gym membership and other wellness benefits
• Employee Discount Programs

ESRT is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We celebrate the unique differences of our employees because they drive curiosity, innovation, and the success of our business. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, caregiver status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.