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Job Summary
We are looking for an experienced and organized Payroll Manager to oversee pay schedules for our staff. You will be responsible for ensuring the swift and accurate completion of all employee pay and coordinating updates, changes, or onboarding needs of the company payroll system. During quarterly reports and tax season, you will also be in charge of filing all legal requirements for taxes, audits, and other reporting. Our ideal candidate has at least five years of payroll experience, with at least two years in a supervisory role.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Maintain payroll records and files
- Manage time cards, time entry, and timekeeping software and systems
- Update and organize systems to manage payroll information
- Set-up new employee information and accounts
- Manage the payroll team; supervise and assign tasks to assistants
- Prepare and organize financial statements for filing and review
- Keep detailed records for taxes and audits
- Comply with all local, state, and federal laws regarding finances, payroll, tax filings, and reporting
Requirements and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field
- 5+ years of experience in payroll, accounting, or a similar role
- Experience in payroll software and Microsoft Office Suite; additional system knowledge a plus
- In-depth understanding of payroll procedures, laws, taxes, and best practices
- Precise attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills