Senior Payroll Specialist

Become one of the stars behind The SHOW and become part of the world's most powerful entertainment brands. Our Company has one exciting mission: To entertain the human race.

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

The Senior Payroll Specialist performs a variety of functions necessary for the accurate calculation of wages, benefits and taxes, maintenance of records and allocation of funds. He or she coordinates, validates and implements work procedures that require a comprehensive operational knowledge of federal and state regulations related to wage garnishment, taxation and wage-hour law.

The Senior Payroll Specialist performs advanced analytical and technical work within specialized areas of payroll. The position requires expertise in payroll functions, and the ability to make technical decisions requiring application, analysis and interpretation of data, procedures, company policy, and law. The Senior Payroll Specialist practices continuous improvement to ensure best practices are implemented and maintained and requires a thorough working knowledge of payroll resource information systems and agencies.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in processing payroll cycles including manual entries, tax computations and deductions
• Ensure employees are paid accurately and timely with correct withholding and deductions and in compliance with collective bargaining agreements, legislation, or other regulatory instruments
• Preparing reports for management or to meet legislative obligations
• Answering complex questions from employees and managers regarding payroll matters
• Monthly, quarterly and year-end balancing and reconciliations
• Process garnishments, child support orders, tax levies, and all other income withholding orders as directed.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures
• Complete daily departmental tasks; audit daily work for integrity and report any discrepancies to management
• Support, develop, and maintain effective communication and excellent relationship with internal customers including ensuring their requirements are identified and consistently met
• Participate in the development, design, measurement of assigned projects and ensure analytical and control activities are operating effectively within the department.
• Promote an effective relationship amongst the Finance Shared Services Center, the business unit, other corporate departments and ensures effective operational processes
• Promote continuous measurement, development and improvement of customer service quality and efficiency; assist with execution and implementation of process improvement initiatives
• Support Company strategies and business plans to meet the individual and departmental performance requirements
• Investigate and prevent control and compliance risks to protect the company's assets from unethical behavior
• Adhere and drive department policies and procedures to ensure successful internal/external audits • Provide training related to payroll
• Protect confidentiality of records and information about employees, and use discretion when sharing any such information within legal confines
• Perform other job-related duties as requested

SUPERVISION:

None

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two (2) years of related experience

PREFERRED:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Management or equivalent training or experience
• One (1) year of experience in shared services environment and/or process improvement
• Two (2) years of experience in Accounting, Finance or Compliance (Accounts Receivable, General Ledger, Payroll, Etc.) • Bilingual, English as the primary or secondary language
• Experience using Microsoft Office (Excel, Access, Outlook, Power Point, Word) and Adobe software, including constructing spreadsheets, use of formulas and formatting
• Knowledge of computer systems applicable to payroll, time and attendance, and accounting applications • Experience working in a similar resort setting

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Gaming registration/ work permit/ licensed in all applicable jurisdictions as required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Able to assess and perform assigned tasks across multiple business units
• Ability to identify opportunities and innovative ideas and communicate them effectively.
• Identify, recommend and apply processes to automate and improve workflow, quality and future growth of the department through the use of technology (RPA, AI etc.)
• Adapt and support a process improvement environment from the use of automation and digital innovation
• Demonstrate ability to manage and support multiple tasks and priorities to meet the demands and nuances of a large-scale company
• Able to perform and enhance established service level agreements, performance metrics and KPIs
• Able to anticipate situations, tools needed, and obstacles through critical thinking and review of data
• Able to gather process information and make recommendations and decisions based on data and findings • Able to produce high quality work products, with consistency, accuracy and completeness
• Able to work on multiple levels from resolving individual support issues to leading large strategic projects
• Must possess ability to prioritize conflicting duties and maintain timeline integrity for projects and tasks
• Strong team player that has a direct approach and is solution oriented
• Clear understanding of change management preferred. This should include participating in the development or implementation of solutions which require comprehensive shifts in operational practices
• Able to effectively communicate in English, in both written and verbal forms
• Ability to communicate effectively, concisely and logically in a timely manner and at an appropriate level, while maintaining confidentiality
• Ability to read and write proficiently to evaluate reports, correspondence and statistical information
• Ability to multi-task and work well in a fast paced, team-oriented environment
• Excellent organizational skills to function effectively under time constraints and within established deadlines, with particular attention to detail
• Effective listening abilities with strong judgment skills
• Excellent customer service skills and interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with all business contacts
• Develop and implement alternate methodologies and procedures that will enhance the organization's business practices
• Assist with facilitating implementation of best practices through project management and analytical analysis to achieve standardization across all finance related functions
• Maintain ongoing knowledge of system releases and changes. Partner with impacted teams to determine the effect of releases and changes to current or future use
• Actively support and demonstrate core values of leadership consistent with the culture of the FSSC and MGMRI.

• Participate in the development of technology that supports the strategic direction of Shared Services

Location:
US, Nevada