Payroll Manager

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Stamford, CTtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Yesterday job requisition :
R1238

Castleton Commodities International is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Payroll Manager in our Stamford office, reporting to the Executive Director – Global Head of Payroll and Benefits (located in Stamford, CT (USA)). The ideal candidate will oversee and successfully deliver the end-to-end payroll process for all US & Canada based employees ensuring accuracy and timeliness in payments.
The successful individual will be proactive and able to work autonomously, with a strong adherence to tight deadlines and priorities. They will have strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to communicate with stakeholders and employees. They will possess a proven track record of delivering work to the highest standard and will work in close collaboration with other functions / teams within the company including Accounting, Tax and HR.
** Responsibilities:
*** Oversee and deliver the end-to-end payroll process for all employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in payments for multiple pay frequencies.
* Serve as the primary point of contact for the external payroll tax filing partner, ensuring services are delivered in line with agreed SLAs.
* Partner with internal teams to gather, review, and validate payroll inputs, including timesheets, adjustments, variable payments, new hire and termination information.
* Ensure all payroll related records are kept up-to date. Assist with checking, quality control and maintenance of records to ensure accuracy and data integrity.
* Ensure compliance with quarterly and annual tax reporting obligations in multiple states and localities.
* Act as the first point of contact for employee payroll queries, providing clear and professional responses and resolutions, as required.
* Deliver communication to employees on payroll-related matters as required, including payslip breakdowns and any process changes.
* Regularly review payroll processes and identify opportunities for optimisation and efficiency.
* Perform payroll audits, submit reports and payment transfers for approval.
* Partner with Accounting team to ensure payroll journal entries posted to general ledger are reconciled and accurate; assist team members on the reconciliation of the general ledger for all payroll-related entries.
* Support year-end payroll processes, including tax statements and compliance reports.
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* Qualifications:

*** A professional payroll qualification is preferred i.e. CPP (Certified Payroll Professional).
* Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Accounting, Finance, or related field.
* Minimum of 5 years of related benefits management & payroll experience, preferably in a multinational corporation. Prior experience in energy commodities or Financial Services preferred but not required.
* Proficiency in Workday or similar Payroll systems.
* Up to date statutory payroll legislation.
* Strong ability to liaise with relevant authorities for payroll audits / checks.
* Strong experience managing relationships with third party payroll / providers.
* Proficiency in Excel particularly manual calculations, pivot tables, Vlookups.
* Excellent communication and presentation skills.
* Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* A commitment to accuracy problem-solving and organizational excellence.
* Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic and high-intensity environment including open-floor plan if applicable to the position, with timely responsiveness and the ability to work beyond normal business hours when required.
** Employee Programs & Benefits:
** CCI offers competitive benefits and programs to support our employees, their families and local communities. These include:
* Competitive comprehensive medical, dental, retirement and life insurance benefits
* Employee assistance & wellness programs
* Parental and family leave policies
* CCI in the Community:
Each office has a Charity Committee and as a part of this program employees are allocated 2 days annually to volunteer at the selected…