Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the accurate and timely processing of employee payroll on a bi-weekly or semi-monthly basis.
• Ensure precise calculations of hours worked, overtime, bonuses, and deductions.
• Supervise and review employee timekeeping records for accuracy and compliance with company policies and labor laws.
• Collaborate with HR and benefits teams to manage and update employee benefits data related to payroll.
• Ensure the accurate calculation and timely remittance of payroll taxes, including federal, state, and local deductions.
• Maintain organized and confidential payroll records, including earnings, deductions, and changes to employee information.
• Conduct regular audits and reconciliations to identify and resolve discrepancies or errors promptly.
• Oversee the payroll processes for new hires and ensure proper procedures for employee terminations.
• Prepare insightful payroll-related reports for management, finance, and HR teams, contributing to effective labor cost management and budgeting.
• Stay up-to-date with federal, state, and local labor laws and regulations, ensuring that payroll processes align with legal requirements.
• Provide excellent customer service to employees regarding payroll inquiries, resolving issues in a professional and timely manner.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Proven experience as a Payroll Manager or in a similar managerial role, demonstrating strong understanding of payroll processing and tax compliance.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to handle confidential information discreetly and maintain data security.
• Knowledge of relevant labor laws and regulations.
• Ability to multi-task with attention to details and a high level of accuracy.
• Advanced proficiency in HRIS (Human Resources Information System) (Workday) and timekeeping systems such as ADP Workforce Now and MS Excel.
• Ability to adapt in a rapidly changing, fast-paced, and startup environment where a high degree of flexibility is required.
• Certification such as Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) is a plus.