Payroll Manager

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as the Company's subject matter expert on payroll systems and processes. Collaborate vendors to resolve payroll system software issues or expand capabilities.
• Ensure payroll and off-cycle payments are processed timely, accurately and in compliance with Federal, state, and local regulations.
• Responsible for payroll submissions, corrections and adjustments.
• Process and maintain payroll records for auditing, reporting and tax filing purposes.
• Serve as point of contact for and timely resolve payroll-related inquiries from employees, contractors, government agencies and third parties.
• Collaborate with finance, HR and cross-functional departments on compensation practices / discrepancies, ensuring alignment with company policies.
• Implement and improve payroll processes and systems to increase efficiency and accuracy.
• File payroll tax returns and manage year-end reporting, including W-2s and 1099s.
• Calculate, oversee and administer payroll deductions for benefits, retirement plans and garnishments in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Provide payroll data to internal teams for budgeting, forecasting, and reporting purposes.
• Analyze operational data and identify opportunities for improvement. Make well-informed decisions and recommendations for improvements to existing or desired processes.
• Assist with developing budgets for operations, maintenance, and facility improvements.
• Conduct regular audits to verify data accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain current, working knowledge of Federal and state payroll laws, industry trends, technological advancements, and best practices.
• Supervise staff assigned to assist with payroll support functions.

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WORKING ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS