Manager Payroll

The Payroll Manager leads the planning, analysis and administration of all payroll and compensation initiatives. This person is responsible for maintaining accurate data in the Payroll/HRIS platform as well as leveraging systems to increase operational efficiencies not only for the Payroll department but also cross-departmentally. He/she will work directly and closely with the business leaders, and the like to ensure the success against department goals, as well as the broader company goals and strategic direction.

Reports To

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• Responsible for weekly run of payrolls for all hourly and salaried employees in an accurate, timely and compliant manner and in accordance with business operating procedures
• Responsible for garnishments, benefit contributions and payroll related taxes consistent with federal and wage & hours laws
• Develop payroll related policies and procedures that comply with federal/state/local laws
• Optimize the use of technology and develop tools to minimize transactional Payroll & HR activity
• Resolve payroll discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information
• Adhere to external regulations, payroll policies, and vendor processing requirements
• Manage information flow to/from Human Resources and Finance
• Create/maintain information reports required by other departments, using technology and automation
• Ensure adequate tax reporting, gross-ups and treatment of tax regulation changes

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Human resources and a minimum of 5 years of payroll experience in a multi-state environment; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of payroll management experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience with ADP or other major payroll software application required.
• Experience with internal controls, financial reporting requirements, and testing processes and procedures.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret the most complex documents.
• Must be detailed oriented with the ability to meet weekly deadlines.
• Strong problem solving, analytical, and organizational skills required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to make effective and persuasive speeches and presentations.
• Proven customer service skills while maintaining a confidential work environment.
• Demonstrated high sense of urgency for critical timelines.

Physical Demands / Environmental Factors

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
• Occasionally required to stand and walk.
• Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Some regional travel may be required (less than 5% of the time).