GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJs relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand clients needs attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential.
We are partnering with a growing organization in Los Angeles seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to oversee and manage payroll operations. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing maintaining compliance with federal state and local regulations and supporting payroll-related initiatives across the organization.
The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented payroll professional with strong leadership skills extensive knowledge of payroll regulations and experience managing high-volume payroll operations. This individual will serve as a key resource for employees management and cross-functional teams on payroll matters.
Responsibilities
Manage and oversee the end-to-end payroll process for multi-state employee populations
Ensure timely and accurate payroll processing in compliance with applicable laws and company policies
Maintain payroll records and ensure the integrity of employee payroll data
Review payroll reports reconciliations and audits to identify and resolve discrepancies
Ensure compliance with federal state and local payroll tax regulations
Manage payroll-related filings tax payments and year-end reporting activities including W-2 preparation
Partner with Human Resources Accounting and Finance to support employee onboarding terminations benefits deductions and compensation changes
Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll taxes and earnings statements
Develop document and improve payroll processes and internal controls
Support payroll system implementations upgrades and process improvement initiatives
Lead mentor and develop payroll team members as applicable
Assist with internal and external audit requests related to payroll
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance Human Resources Business Administration or related field preferred
5 years of progressive payroll experience including leadership responsibilities
Strong knowledge of federal and state payroll laws tax regulations and wage and hour requirements
Experience with payroll systems such as ADP UKG Workday Paycom Ceridian or similar platforms
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Strong analytical problem-solving and organizational skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation preferred but not required
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.
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GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJs relationship with our Global Advisory and ...
GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJs relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand clients needs attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential.
We are partnering with a growing organization in Los Angeles seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to oversee and manage payroll operations. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing maintaining compliance with federal state and local regulations and supporting payroll-related initiatives across the organization.
The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented payroll professional with strong leadership skills extensive knowledge of payroll regulations and experience managing high-volume payroll operations. This individual will serve as a key resource for employees management and cross-functional teams on payroll matters.
Responsibilities
Manage and oversee the end-to-end payroll process for multi-state employee populations
Ensure timely and accurate payroll processing in compliance with applicable laws and company policies
Maintain payroll records and ensure the integrity of employee payroll data
Review payroll reports reconciliations and audits to identify and resolve discrepancies
Ensure compliance with federal state and local payroll tax regulations
Manage payroll-related filings tax payments and year-end reporting activities including W-2 preparation
Partner with Human Resources Accounting and Finance to support employee onboarding terminations benefits deductions and compensation changes
Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll taxes and earnings statements
Develop document and improve payroll processes and internal controls
Support payroll system implementations upgrades and process improvement initiatives
Lead mentor and develop payroll team members as applicable
Assist with internal and external audit requests related to payroll
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance Human Resources Business Administration or related field preferred
5 years of progressive payroll experience including leadership responsibilities
Strong knowledge of federal and state payroll laws tax regulations and wage and hour requirements
Experience with payroll systems such as ADP UKG Workday Paycom Ceridian or similar platforms
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Strong analytical problem-solving and organizational skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation preferred but not required
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.
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