Position Overview:
Under the direction of the Senior Human Resources Manager the Payroll & HRIS Manager supports multiple divisions and oversees the daily operations of payroll processing and related general accounting duties. This role manages payroll accounting functions maintains payroll-related financial records and partners with HR Finance and external auditors to support internal controls and reporting requirements. The position is part of a knowledgeable flexible and enjoyable HR team that works closely with all aspects of the organization. This is a supervisory position.
Responsibilities:
Payroll Management:
Manage and process employee payroll information ensuring accurate and timely payment is made to employees for each payroll period.
Ensure compliance with wage hour tax and benefit laws and regulations.
Review and approve payroll reports reconciliations and adjustments.
Manage garnishments deductions and employee time/attendance records
Files required documents and reports according to the Companys and state and federal payroll guidelines (i.e. W-2s garnishments etc.)
Makes recommendations to support new processes or improve current processes
Prepares training materials guides and documentation when needed
Responds to payroll questions and concerns of employees researching records and involving other resources/staff as needed.
HRIS Oversight:
Serve as primary administrator for the HRIS
Maintain and update system configuration security roles workflows and data integrity
Develop automate and deliver HR and payroll analytics
Partner with HR and IT to improve processes increase efficiency and enhance user experience
Troubleshoot HRIS issues
Accounting Oversight:
Oversee general ledger entries payroll journal postings and account reconciliations.
Support the finance teams with month-end and year-end close processes ensuring the accurate recording of payroll and benefit costs.
Prepare reports for management and external stakeholders as required.
Compliance and Reporting:
Ensure adherence to federal state and local payroll tax regulations
Coordinate with auditors and provide necessary payroll and accounting documentation
Maintain confidentiality of employee records and sensitive financial data
Keeps current with HR payroll policies and public policy changes affecting payroll rules and guidelines; provides input to policies and procedures for payroll processing.
Builds professional Excel reports from payroll reporting software
Leadership and Team Development:
Supervise and train payroll staff providing coaching and feedback
Develop efficient processes and recommend system enhancements
Foster a culture of accuracy accountability and continuous improvement
Marginal Job Functions:
Other projects as needed.
Education:
Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or a related degree required
Additional consideration given for Certified Payroll Professional certification (CPP)
Experience:
Minimum of six years of experience with processing payroll for a multi-state employer
2-3 years in a payroll or HRIS leadership role
Experience with computerized payroll systems and HRIS systems
Paylocity experience is a plus
Experience with Local State and Federal pay and taxation regulations
Other Requirements:
Advanced knowledge of standard payroll concepts practices and procedures is required
A thorough understanding of general accounting payroll regulations and compliance requirements is required
Expert Excel skills that include proficiency in v-lookups and pivot tables
Excellent analytical organizational and problem-solving skills
Exceptional attention to detail meeting deadlines and providing a high level of customer service
Benefits:
We offer an excellent compensation package and team-oriented work environment with growth opportunities. Some of our outstanding benefits include:
Health & Dental Insurance
Company paid Life Insurance
401(k)
Paid Time Off benefits
Product discounts
Wellness programs
Required Experience:
Manager