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Job Location drjobs

Chicago, IL - USA

Monthly Salary drjobs

Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Bachelors degree in Accounting Business or a related field plus four (4) years of experience in Accounting or Payroll and two (2) years of supervisory experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) preferred.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Position is primarily sedentary requiring extended use of computers and occasional participation in on-site meetings or trainings.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Detailed knowledge of payroll processes accounting principles and applicable local state and federal payroll regulations.
Knowledge of union contracts and the ability to interpret and apply payroll-related collective bargaining agreement provisions.
Strong math and analytical skills to identify and resolve payroll discrepancies.
Ability to manage payroll data in Oracle ERP systems and generate reports.
Ability to troubleshoot payroll issues and apply corrective actions.
Good verbal written and interpersonal communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to supervise and guide payroll staff effectively.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Oracle Payroll.
WORKING CONDITIONS
General office environment.
EQUIPMENT TOOLS AND MATERIALS UTILIZED
Standard office equipment.
Personal computer and related software (Microsoft Word Power Point Excel Oracle Payroll etc.).
POSITION SUMMARY
Under general direction oversees and coordinates complex payroll operations to ensure accurate processing compliance with regulatory requirements and alignment with Authority policies and union agreements. Provides advanced technical expertise supervises payroll control staff and serves as a liaison between Payroll and internal departments to resolve high-level issues. Supports strategic payroll initiatives system enhancements and continuous improvement efforts.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Leads bi-weekly payroll processing using Oracle ERP system. Ensures the integrity and accuracy of payroll data and calculations. Applies established rules union agreements and regulatory guidelines governing compensation and deductions. Approves special payroll runs and high-level pay adjustments.
Oversees and coordinates payroll control functions. Directs work of payroll staff to ensure the timely and accurate execution of processes including time capture deduction management and retroactive adjustments. Reviews audit trails and reconciles discrepancies.
Evaluates and improves payroll system processes. Identifies system enhancement needs tests system changes and collaborates with IT and HR to implement updates. Develops and refines standard operating procedures.
Monitors compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements. Recommends and implements controls to mitigate risk. Ensures payroll procedures adhere to FLSA IRS and state guidelines.
Develops and reviews payroll reports and analytics. Creates custom reports monitors seeded and ad hoc reporting and presents findings to management. Ensures accuracy of payroll master data in Oracle.
Resolves complex payroll issues. Serves as escalation point for high-level inquiries involving deductions union dues garnishments and other sensitive payroll matters. Provides expert-level troubleshooting and resolution.
Provides training guidance and supervision to payroll staff. Oversees day-to-day activities of Coordinators and Analysts. Provides coaching performance feedback and technical support.
Performs related duties as assigned.
MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES
Reporting to this position are the following jobs:
Job Title
Coordinator Payroll Control
Payroll Analyst
Payroll Processing Clerk
CHALLENGES
Verifying manual payroll data within a limited timeframe.
Keeping abreast of Fair Labor Standards Act union contract agreements and Workers Compensation regulations.
Keeping abreast of changes in local state and federal laws and changes in policy as they pertain to the payroll function.
Employees and/or union members will be given priority consideration in the hiring process per the applicable labor contracts.

Final salary will be determined in part by the qualifications of the selected candidate and may be higher or lower than target.

Applicants if hiredmust comply with CTAs residency ordinance.

CTA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race color creed religion sex marital status national origin sexual orientation ancestry age unfavorable military discharge disability or any other status protected by federal state or local laws; except where a bona fide occupational qualification exists We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for our workforce and supporting the communities we serve. CTA will make reasonable accommodations for the known disabilities of otherwise qualified applicants for employment as well as its employees unless undue hardship would result. If you require an accommodation in the application or hiring process please contact prior to the submission of your application or upon notification of your actual test date. CTA will work with you to determine if an accommodation can be provided.

During the hiring process CTAs Human Resources department will contact candidates with next steps . Failure to respond to these correspondences in a timely fashion may result in your application being closed out for non-responsiveness.

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Experience:

Senior IC

Employment Type

Full Time

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