Payroll Manager

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Job description

Description:

The Payroll Manager will be hands on handling the organization's payroll functions, ensuring that pay is processed on time, accurately, and in compliance with government regulations for multi-state locations.

• Oversees procedures and processes and manages inquiries and requests related to preparation and distribution of payroll.
• Processes payroll transactions including salaries, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and other deductions, both weekly and semi-monthly payrolls.
• Complete prevailing wage /certified payroll, Davis Bacon payroll reporting and supply certified reports to the requesting manager.
• Ensures accurate and timely processing of payroll updates including new hires, terminations, and changes to pay rates.
• Provide new hire training for non-exempt/hourly on inputting time, requesting time off and ensuring all team members complete timecards accurately.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee payroll questions and time and labor questions via phone, email and in person, including supplying copies of paychecks and W-2's.
• Maintains or oversees the maintenance of employee records in relation to payroll, i.e., Earned Time Off, Paid Sick Leave, etc.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local multi-state payroll, wage, and hour laws and best practices.
• Facilitates audits by providing records and documentation to auditors.
• Identifies and recommends updates to payroll software, systems, and procedures.
• Completes state specific EDD forms and verification of employment requests.
• Partner with departments in establishing written policies related to pay, expensing, and overall deductions and ensuring employee compliance.
• Ability to establish working relationships with managers and provide timely communications and feedback.
• Prepares and maintains accurate records and reports of payroll transactions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

. Requirements:

• Extensive knowledge of the payroll function including preparation, balancing, internal control, and multi-state payroll taxes.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• High degree of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Strong work ethic and ability to be a team player.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficient with payroll software - Paylocity.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field required.
• Four years of experience in payroll processing required with two years in a supervisory or management role preferred.
• Public Works/Prevailing Wage/Certified Payroll Process (CPP) preferred.

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