Payroll Operations Manager

Key Responsibilities

• This position reports to the Shared Services Payroll Director.
• Lead and supervise the payroll processing team, providing guidance, coaching, and performance feedback.
• Oversee end-to-end payroll processes, including data entry, calculations, validations, and disbursements.
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of payroll processing, coordinating with HR, finance, and other relevant departments.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations to ensure compliance.
• Develop and implement payroll policies, procedures, and controls to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Manage payroll vendor relationships, ensuring high-quality services and resolving any issues or concerns.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as HR and finance teams, to support seamless integration of payroll with related processes, such as benefits, compensation, and general ledger.
• Analyze and interpret payroll data to generate reports and metrics for management and finance purposes.
• Conduct regular internal audits to identify and resolve any payroll discrepancies or errors.
• Stay current with industry trends and best practices to continuously improve payroll operations.
• Assist with the implementation and maintenance of payroll software/systems, ensuring proper

Qualification & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• At least 8 years of payroll experience, with at least 3+ years of experience having managed multi-state payrolls in a high-volume environment.
• In-depth knowledge of payroll processes, including preparation, balancing, internal control, and payroll taxes.
• Must have excellent people skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Develop strong working relationships throughout the organization at all levels.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, meet deadlines, and manage competing priorities.
• Must be able to effectively manage changes and support impacted areas of the business.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Workday Payroll experience preferred
• Union payroll experience preferred
• Be proficient with Microsoft Office applications
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work with a wide range of internal and external customers.
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and analytical skills
• Ability to multi-task and produce accurate and timely results.
• Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment and manage competing demands

Benefits

• Medical
• Prescription Drug
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Care Reimbursement Account
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Paid Holidays and Vacation
• 401(k) with Company matching
• Pension
• Salary Continuation – Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability Options
• Employee Life Insurance
• Spouse & Dependent Life Insurance
• Business Travel Accident Insurance
• Direct Deposit Payroll
• Educational/Tuition Assistance Plan
• College Scholarship Program – for dependent children
• Matching Gift Program
• New Auto Purchase Discount Plans