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Lead Payroll Specialist Lincoln Union
Phoenix, AZ
Job Summary :
Player 15 Group includes several companies and many collaborative departments that support the Phoenix Suns, Phoenix Mercury, and Footprint Center.
Would you like to win championships and create sustained success? Player 15 Group is looking for individuals who are committed to pursuing excellence and being a part of creating memorable experiences.
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Lead Payroll Specialist to assist team members with Processes bi-weekly, semi-monthly, and supplemental payrolls for Players.
What You Will Do :
- Processes bi-weekly, semi-monthly, and supplemental payrolls for Players
- Ensures all aspects of multi-cycle, multi-state payroll is processed accurately and timely.
- Research and resolve payroll discrepancies timely.
- Maintains the data integrity of employee information in the HRIS system.
- Maintains Payroll Spreadsheets and Imports
- Maintains data in applicable spreadsheets to track travel, transactions, and state apportionment for Players and Staff for all teams.
- Maintains data for other payroll items such as per diems and other taxable fringe benefits within applicable spreadsheets and payroll systems.
- Administration of plans for Players and eligible staff, including, but not limited to retirement plans, charitable contributions, dues, and accounts receivables.
- Create applicable data files for import during the regular payroll process.
- Assists with Financial Reporting
- Prepare reports for Accounting / Finance
- Prepare reports for NBA, WNBA and MLB
- Assist in preparation of reports / documents as requested by Auditors.
- Support Year End Payroll reconciliation and process adjustments in UKG as needed. Provides frontline support to Players with the HRIS application.
- Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
What We Need From Our Lead Payroll Specialist :
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, specifically Word and Excel
- Ability to function independently.
- Ability to multi-task
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of employees’ personal data and the Organization’s financial data.
- Ability to problem solve and make sound decisions.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to work with all staff levels.
- Attention to detail, excellent communication, and analytical skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize.
Experience / Education Requirements :
- Minimum of 5 years Payroll experience preferred.
- BS or BA preferred.
- UKG (formerly UltiPro) and / or ABIMM experience a plus
What You Can Expect :
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by Lead Payroll Specialist to optimally perform the essential functions of this role.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Ability to transit throughout the arena for long periods of time.
- This position works mainly indoors, removed from extreme weather; exposure to weather is
- S-Sedentary Work Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally.
- Must be able to carry on a conversation both on the phone and in-person.
- Ability to Read, Write & Speak in English
- Wide range of full-time benefit options including
- Medical, Dental and Vision coverages
- Life and Disability options
- Vacation, sick and holiday leave programs.
- In-arena work requirements with the potential of hybrid schedules based on each role and department.
- Perks :
- Discounts at Fanatics Team Shop
- Tickets available for Phoenix Suns and Phoenix Mercury games
- Visit our page to learn more about our culture and work environment
Player 15 Group is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.
Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
For questions about this career opportunity, please contact the People & Culture Recruiting team at recruiting@suns.com
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Last updated : 2024-05-02
