Payroll Manager

Base pay range

$/yr - $/yr

The Payroll Manager will support the oversight and management of all aspects of our multi-state weekly payroll operations. This role is responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payroll and payment of all employees in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and tax regulations. The Payroll Manager will also ensure adherence to all collective bargaining agreements and internal policies, while identifying and implementing opportunities to enhance operational efficiency and improve processes.

This role requires experience with end-to-end payroll processing and ensuring accuracy and integrity of accounting and internal controls. Also, financial recordkeeping and ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. This role will assist in promoting a high level of customer service to both internal departments and external customers.

• Oversee and monitor daily payroll operations to ensure accuracy, integrity, and compliance with regulatory requirements and internal controls. Also, the timely, accurate processing of all new hires, temporary workers, transfers, promotions and terminations
• Develop, implement, and maintain organization-wide payroll structures and systems to ensure compliance with all state and federal laws
• Develop and lead a successful Payroll Team, cultivating a high performing, professional and supportive environment. This includes communication of job expectations, coaching, counseling of employees, and completion of performance evaluations
• Coordinate the collection, consolidation, and evaluation of payroll data. Manage regular preparation of relevant reports including weekly, monthly, quarterly and year-end reports
• Communicate actively with Operations and HR to review cross-departmental impacts, reconcile data sharing, and identify opportunities for improvements
• Maintain knowledge of best practices, and current and proposed legislation and regulation; recommend changes to policies and procedures to ensure compliance

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting or equivalent
• Minimum 5 – 7 years of experience managing a multi-state payroll department preferred
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification is a plus
• Experience with Unions/Collective Bargaining agreements and their various requirements
• Experience with Prevailing wage and Certified payroll reporting
• Previous experience with cost accounting
• Proficiency with major payroll systems and data flows, with a readiness to learn new systems (experience with COINS a plus)
• Experience with ADP preferred
• Self-motivated, adaptable, strong work ethic and ability to be productive and prioritize multiple tasks and be successful in a fast-paced work environment
• Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite or related software, and Excel (e.g., vlookups, pivot tables)
• Cross-functional knowledge of business, payroll and accounting
• Able to influence and lead a team to expected outcomes
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to communicate across all levels
• Able to analyze and resolve complex issues
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Process orientation with a focus on quality and efficiency

• 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)
• Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability
• Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance
• Disability income protection insurance
• Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
• Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
• Wellness benefits
• We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Human Resources

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Staffing and Recruiting