The Payroll Manager leads the payroll functions, ensuring accurate and timely payroll administration, compliance with relevant regulations, and proper maintenance of payroll records.
Responsibilities:
Manages and oversees the end-to-end payroll process, including data entry, timesheet review, calculation of wage and tips, benefits and deductions, and approval of off-cycle payrolls.
Leads and manages the team of Payroll Analysts, including hiring, scheduling, task delegation, training, and performance management.
Collaborates with Human Resources teams to ensure accurate and timely communication.
Works with the payroll provider to understand tax requirements, changes in wage and tax laws, and other regulatory changes.
Implements process improvements and internal controls to enhance the payroll process.
Stays updated with applicable payroll laws, regulations, and best practices, ensuring compliance in the HRIS system (Ceridian Dayforce).
Generates standard and custom payroll reports and queries on Dayforce, coordinating data interfaces into other systems.
Produces post-payroll reports for the US and Canada on a weekly and monthly basis.
Completes month-end, quarter-end, and year-end finance payroll reports and reconciliations, checking for accuracy and completeness for W-2 purposes.
Determines payroll liabilities and balances payroll accounts by resolving discrepancies.
Maintains professional knowledge through education and participation in professional societies.
Performs audits of the payroll system data to ensure pay information accuracy.
Performs other duties as required or assigned.
Qualifications:
Associate's or Bachelor's Degree.
2+ years of supervisory experience.
6+ years of related experience, including 2+ years in multi-state payroll administration.
Proficiency with payroll systems and HRIS
Knowledge of general ledger entry, uploads, and accruals.
Strong understanding of payroll practices, auditing, and procedures.
Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, especially Excel.
Ability to work independently with accuracy within strict deadlines.
Exceptional analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication, motivation, and team-building skills.
Discretion in managing confidential information.
CPP certification preferred.
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