Payroll Manager

Payroll Manager Career Opportunity
Our client who is a global, publicly traded company is seeking a tenured corporate Payroll Manager. The responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to oversight of payroll policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with federal and state labor and tax regulations, 401k auditing, and compliance reporting.
Payroll Manager Role and Responsibilities Direct and support the daily activities of the payroll analysts
Payroll Processing: Preparation and review of all payroll policies and procedures
Review and approval of semi-monthly payroll in accordance with company policy
Review and maintain company time and attendance interface with payroll
Investigate any discrepancies
Close coordination with Human Resources management to ensure accuracy in employee pay
Review of garnishments
Review and approval of payroll journal entries
Work with third party administrators for 401k and benefits and provide required information on a timely basis
Process and approve tax withholdings for restricted stock or stock option vesting
Tax Compliance: Review quarterly tax statement
Process tax withholdings
On an annual basis, review and approve W-2s, incorporating any adjustments such as 3rd Party Sick Pay
Reconcile W-2s to the appropriate reports
Work with ADP on any tax notifications and resolve any discrepancies in a timely manner
Review and preparation of month-end reports required by Finance and Human Resources and provide any additional analysis as requested
Ensure all Sarbanes Oxley controls are being applied
On a quarterly basis, review controls and recommend any changes, if necessary
Provide support for the annual 401k audit, internal and external, and any external tax agencies
Resolve all inquiries in a timely manner and handle any special projects as needed
Payroll Manager Required Skills and Qualifications Minimum of 10-15 years of corporate payroll experience
5-7 most recent years of experience in a payroll supervisory/management capacity
Proven track record of successful leadership in Payroll Management with the ability to manage and motivate staff in a fast-paced environment while handling multiple tasks simultaneously
Highly skilled and experienced with ADP, ADP PayForce and Excel
Proficient knowledge of federal and state payroll law as well as industry trends
Solid understanding of current methodologies designed to provide exceptional service to employees and management
Must exhibit good discretion in keeping information and knowledge confidential
Strong tact and diplomacy with the ability to effectively communicate, collaborate and influence at all levels within an organization
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) is strongly preferred
Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance or Business is required
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