Payroll Services Manager

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Where is the work:

Monday to Thursday, work onsite with your colleagues. Fridays, choose your work location, balancing what your work requires.

Job Summary:

The U.S. Payroll Services Manager will lead a team of payroll professionals and oversee various payroll processes, including Certified Payroll, Union dues & benefits processing, Overpayments & Garnishments. The ideal candidate will have experience in payroll management, with specific expertise in these payroll services. This role requires strong team leadership skills, knowledge in legal standards, and a focus on process automation and continuous improvement. This role is crucial in ensuring the accuracy and compliance of our payroll processes and is a critical member of the North America Payroll Leadership Team.

What you will do:   

• Lead and manage a team of 8 payroll professionals, providing guidance, support, and development.
• Manage certified payroll processes, ensuring compliance with prevailing wage laws and regulations, in partnership with business stakeholders.
• Manage union dues and deductions for multiple sales and service unions in North America, ensuring accurate and timely processing. Calculate and manage fringe benefits, ensuring accurate and compliant processing.
• Administer garnishments and tax levies, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Manage overpayments, including identification, recovery, and resolution.
• Oversee escheatment management, ensuring compliance with state laws.
• Coordinate payroll audits, both internal and external, ensuring accurate and timely responses.
• Drive automation initiatives to improve payroll services efficiency and accuracy.
• Manage change requests and payroll-related projects, ensuring successful implementation and integration.
• Oversee payroll aspects of mergers and acquisitions, ensuring seamless transitions.
• Generate and analyze payroll reports, including PeopleSoft query reporting on wages.
• Coordinate and respond to Department of Labor (DOL) audits, ensuring compliance and accurate reporting.
• Prepare and submit weekly, monthly, and quarterly payroll reports, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

What you will bring: 

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or 7 years of payroll management.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in payroll management with specific experience in union payroll, certified payroll/prevailing wage, overpayments, and garnishments.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation preferred.
• Workday experience preferred.
• Canada experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state payroll regulations and compliance requirements.
• Proven experience in managing a payroll team.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proficiency in payroll software and systems, with experience in automation and process improvement.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization.
• High level of integrity and confidentiality.

Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:

$75,700.00 - $107,660.00

Compensation Type:

Salary

Incentive Eligible:

Yes

Sales Commission Eligible:

No

Disclaimer: We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience,  travel requirements, and union designation.   Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country.  Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.

Thrive at work and at home:

• Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!

• Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.

• 401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution = up to 8% company contribution.

• Paid time off includes 15 vacation days, 9 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.

• Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.

Disclaimer:  Benefit offerings may vary depending on Collective Barraging Agreements and local/state regulations.

Safety Sensitive Role:

No

The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.