The Senior Payroll Manager will assist the Director of Payroll in the day to day day-to-day operations of the organization’s payroll function including multiple payrolls for 30000 employees in nearly every state (as well as some international) completing accurate allocations and accrual calculations and resolving payroll liability issues. Additional duties include developing payroll staff training maintaining accurate process documentation payroll tax review/reconciliation and overseeing the escheatment process. Strong Payroll Tax Experience required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher required with at least 10 years of progressive Payroll experience with a minimum of 5 years in payroll tax.
• Previous managerial/supervisory experience is required. with both direct and indirect reports.
• Experience with UltiPro preferred.
• Certified Payroll Professional designation a plus.
• Strong knowledge of payroll processes best practices general accounting principles federal / state regulations and payroll tax laws.
• Ability to organize multi-task prioritize work under time constraints to meet critical deadlines supervise and train staff.
• High attention to detail with problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Strong interpersonal (verbal and written) communication skills to foster strong relationships at all levels.
• Ability to manage difficult payroll situations with team members provide exceptional customer service deal sensitively with confidential information and work with a high degree of professionalism and with a strong work ethic.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products including Word Excel Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Ability to meet the demands of the work schedule to be at work and on time. May occasionally require the ability to work outside of regularly scheduled hours. Schedules may vary based on business requirements need.
• Ability to make well-reasoned and timely decisions based on careful objective review and informed analysis of available considerations and factors.
• Ability to demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness monitor own work to ensure quality and apply feedback to improve performance.
• Have progressive experience leading up to managing a customer population of over 20000 employees across 20 or more FEINs.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Meets payroll operational standards by ensuring the productivity quality and customer-service standards of the payroll process; resolves problems and identifies system improvements.
• Supervises administration of the payroll process by planning assigning and reviewing the work of the payroll staff; processing payroll; meeting deadlines and goals; monitoring workflow; providing excellent customer service and reporting; and maintaining current payroll guidelines policies and procedures.
• Ensures overtime or bonus payments are accurately distributed and that timesheets are submitted and retained appropriately.
• Ensures compliance with payroll laws and regulations at the state federal and international level.
• Protects payroll operations by keeping information confidential.
• Timely imports/exports time and attendance data for payment.
• Completes research on payroll related issues responds to and resolves payroll problems timely.
• Oversees payroll audit process and reporting aspects of internal and external audits; identifies and resolves discrepancies.
• Provides training and orientation as needed.
• Follows various state escheat regulations for unclaimed or uncashed payroll checks.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops reviewing professional publications establishing personal networks benchmarking best practices and participating in professional societies.
• Adheres to the policies outlined in the Global Employee Handbook including but not limited to demonstrating regular and predictable attendance.
• Other duties as assigned.

As the global leader in third-party hotel management, our growing portfolio represents over 1,550 hotels in all 50 states and 22 countries, from top international lodging brands to luxury hotels, destination resorts and lifestyle hotels. Our associates around the globe are passionate about serving our guests and driving exceptional results, and thrive in a culture where everyone is inspired to be the best. Join a world of possibility with Aimbridge Hospitality.

After an initial waiting period, those hired into full time positions are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes the following:

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• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income
• Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k Retirement Plan