About this role
Location: Onsite Status Type: Full Time QUALIFICATIONS Required: Knowledge of payroll, including compliance and payroll tax Must be able to work independently as well as collaboratively with team members as needed Must be a detail-oriented individual who is highly organized and willing to work in a fast paced and constantly evolving environment A minimum of 8-10 years of payroll experience Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or relevant field Experience in a manufacturing and multi-shift environment preferred Experience in SAP and Paycor Skills & Competencies: Working knowledge of payroll systems (e.g., Paycor, Paylocity, ADP, Success Factors) Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software, particularly Excel (formulas, functions, data sets, etc) Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn payroll software Proven experience as a payroll lead or similar role Ability to handle a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment, and prioritize effectively Ability to independently adapt behaviors and strategies to deal with emergent, non-routine and dynamic components of the job An analytical mind with good math skills Physical Requirements: Must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time Ability to constantly operate a computer and other office equipment, such as printer, telephone, etc. Position requires being physically present on the premises during regular company hours or as approved by management RESPONSIBILITIES: Enters, maintains, and/or processes information in the payroll system; information may include employees’ rates, bonuses or other compensation, time worked, paid leave and holidays, deductions and withholding, address changes, and other information Ensures proper processing of payroll deductions for taxes, benefits, garnishments, and other deductions Issues, or reissues, physical or replacement checks or direct deposits due to payroll errors or final discharge Oversee federal and state payroll tax compliance including form filing, deposits and setup Process annual payroll compliance and other documents (e.g., W-2 and tax forms) Check payroll information for accuracy and ensure all relevant paperwork is in order Coordinate with HR about changes in payroll (e.g., terminations, new hires) Process other financial compensations or deductions (e.g., bonuses, severance pay, taxes, worker’s compensation) Reconciles payroll to the general ledger and monthly bank statements including working with Treasury/Finance to ensure accurate and proper banking transactions Support benefit programs with deduction calculations, deduction setup, invoice payment and journal entry posting Manage the 401k plan including day to day administration, annual reporting and compliance, annual audit process, any governmental inquiries, and updates for to the plan. Support headcount budget/forecasting and tracking against actual results Produce reports to upper management upon request Answer employee questions about salaries and payments Work with authorities (e.g., IRS) on audits or requests Other Accounting team tasks as required