Senior Payroll Manager

Job Title : Payroll Manager

Location : Dallas, TX

Department : Human Resources

Industry : Manufacturing

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll Manager to oversee and manage all payroll activities for our manufacturing company based in Dallas, TX. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations while maintaining accurate records and fostering an environment of confidentiality and trust. This role will also require collaboration with HR and finance departments to align payroll operations with overall company objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Payroll Processing :
• Accurately manage and process bi-weekly payroll for all employees, including hourly, salaried, and contract staff.
• Ensure proper calculation of wages, overtime, bonuses, and deductions in compliance with legal requirements.
• Address and resolve payroll discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Compliance :
• Stay updated on federal, state, and local payroll regulations, ensuring compliance with all applicable laws.
• Prepare and file payroll taxes, including quarterly and year-end filings (e.g., W-2s, 1099s).
• Ensure adherence to company policies and collective bargaining agreements, if applicable.
• Records Management :
• Maintain accurate payroll records and ensure data integrity within payroll systems.
• Safeguard employee data and maintain strict confidentiality.
• Process Improvement :
• Evaluate current payroll systems and recommend enhancements to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Collaborate with IT and HR teams to integrate new technologies or systems as needed.
• Employee Relations :
• Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll-related inquiries from employees.
• Provide guidance and support for payroll issues, such as benefits deductions, tax withholdings, and timekeeping.
• Reporting :
• Generate and analyze payroll reports for management, including labor costs, tax filings, and compliance audits.
• Provide payroll data for budgeting and forecasting purposes.

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