Payroll Specialist

Atlanta, GA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

If you are driven to deliver exceptional fan experiences that are beyond anything possible elsewhere and interested in working alongside a team of innovators and enthusiastic over-achievers you will enjoy working with us!

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Payroll Specialist to oversee payroll processing for over 3000 domestic and international employees across multiple locations and pay groups. This role involves managing employment contracts multi-jurisdictional tax compliance and high-volume payroll operations. The Payroll Specialist will also support financial reporting 401(k) administration audits and complete basic accounting functions such as posting journal entries and supporting general ledger reconciliations.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Process semi-monthly payrolls for multiple pay groups ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines
Calculate wages bonuses overtime and other compensation in compliance with contracts and local state and federal laws
Manage deductions for benefits taxes and garnishments ensuring compliance with local state and federal regulations
Maintain and update employee payroll records in the system of record
Prepare payroll reports for management and assist with year-end reporting including W-2s and other required tax forms
Oversee time and attendance for non-exempt employees
Prepare basic journal entries related to payroll and other related accounting transactions including recurring journal entries and month end accruals
Assist with analytical review of financial results and understand factors driving variances
Reconcile payroll-related general ledger accounts and resolve discrepancies
Resolve payroll discrepancies through detailed analysis and ensure all employee inquiries related to payroll and timekeeping are addressed promptly
Stay current with payroll legislation labor laws and industry best practices
Collaborate with People Capital and Finance departments to ensure proper recording of payroll transactions
Identify opportunities for process improvements within payroll operations and implement efficiency measures
Support system upgrades testing and implementation of new payroll functionalities
Participate in internal and external audits providing necessary documentation and support
Ensure payroll operations align with company policies and procedures
Other ad hoc requests from the business or finance leaders

The ideal candidate will possess:

Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance Human Resources or related field
2 years payroll and accounting experience
Strong knowledge of payroll processes and relevant regulations
Experience with multi-state payroll and complex payroll scenarios (e.g. bonuses commissions overtime)
Proficiency in payroll software and systems (Workday experience is a plus)
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to work under pressure independently and in collaboration with others to meet deadlines while managing numerous issues and projects simultaneously
Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate across all levels of the organization
Advanced proficiency in Excel
Must complete a successful background check

The Atlanta National League Baseball Club LLC is an equal opportunity employer. A diverse workforce representing varied backgrounds perspectives and experiences is key to delivering on our business promise to our fans and the communities we serve. All qualified candidates are welcome to apply.

If you are disabled as defined by the Americans With Disabilities Act and require a reasonable accommodation in order to complete your online application including making a change to the application process please contact our Human Resources team at

Required Experience:

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Process semi-monthly payrolls for multiple pay groups ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines
Calculate wages bonuses overtime and other compensation in compliance with contracts and local state and federal laws
Manage deductions for benefits taxes and garnishments ensuring compliance with local state and federal regulations
Maintain and update employee payroll records in the system of record
Prepare payroll reports for management and assist with year-end reporting including W-2s and other required tax forms
Oversee time and attendance for non-exempt employees
Prepare basic journal entries related to payroll and other related accounting transactions including recurring journal entries and month end accruals
Assist with analytical review of financial results and understand factors driving variances
Reconcile payroll-related general ledger accounts and resolve discrepancies
Resolve payroll discrepancies through detailed analysis and ensure all employee inquiries related to payroll and timekeeping are addressed promptly
Stay current with payroll legislation labor laws and industry best practices
Collaborate with People Capital and Finance departments to ensure proper recording of payroll transactions
Identify opportunities for process improvements within payroll operations and implement efficiency measures
Support system upgrades testing and implementation of new payroll functionalities
Participate in internal and external audits providing necessary documentation and support
Ensure payroll operations align with company policies and procedures
Other ad hoc requests from the business or finance leaders

The ideal candidate will possess:

Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance Human Resources or related field
2 years payroll and accounting experience
Strong knowledge of payroll processes and relevant regulations
Experience with multi-state payroll and complex payroll scenarios (e.g. bonuses commissions overtime)
Proficiency in payroll software and systems (Workday experience is a plus)
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to work under pressure independently and in collaboration with others to meet deadlines while managing numerous issues and projects simultaneously
Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate across all levels of the organization
Advanced proficiency in Excel
Must complete a successful background check