Payroll Manager

JOB SUMMARY: The payroll manager will oversee and supervise the organization's payroll functions, ensuring pay is processed on time, accurately, and in compliance with government regulations.

QUALIFICATIONS/ REQUIREMENTS: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required to perform the essential functions of this job while exercising appropriate levels of judgment and discretion.

• Attention to detail with strong emphasis on accuracy.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to relate to various groups of internal and external customers.
• Strong verbal/ phone skills.
• The ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to process one or more payrolls in a complex manufacturing and services company with multi-states.
• Subject matter expert on all payroll processes and procedures including but not limited to, off cycle payrolls, retro-active payments, preparing general ledger entries, etc.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Business Administration, or related equivalent experience required.
• 3 Years' experience preferred.
• Knowledge of California labor laws strongly preferred.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Must be able to read, write, and speak English fluently.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate when necessary.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and sometimes stressful environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

1. Maintains and reviews payroll processing systems to ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll transactions including salaries, benefits, garnishments, taxes and other deductions.
2. Ensures accurate and timely processing of payroll updates including new hires, terminations, and changes to payrates.
3. Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage and hour laws and best practices.
4. Facilitates audits by providing records and documentation to auditors.
5. Records and processes federal and state payroll tax deposits and other payroll deductions.
6. Manage and support the day-to-day operations of the payroll department.
7. Review supporting documents and Pre-Check reports prior to finalizing payroll.
8. Run and review payroll reports for accuracy and contact various location personnel for clarification when needed.
9. Act as a subject matter expert assisting payroll administrators with any technical questions to ensure accuracy.
10. Engage in constant communication and collaboration with members of the HR team.
11. Perform other duties as assigned.