Payroll Manager

At Blain’s Farm & Fleet we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to have a job they love, work in a great environment, grow their career & enjoy a positive balance.

As a family-owned retailer we take pride in offering a competitive benefit package designed to support you & your life. It is one of the reasons we have been named a Forbes Best Employer for seven consecutive years!

• Associates hired into a full-time role will become eligible for the following benefits effective their 91st day of full-time employment: Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision, Short & Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Ancillary Benefits, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Etc.
• All major Holidays & Birthday off
• Advanced Leadership Training Programs: build the skills to grow your career
• Associate discount on name brands like Carhartt, Under Armour, STIHL, Milwaukee Tool, DeWalt & much more!
• Internal recognition programs that support an engaged workplace
• 401(K) with company match

• Base pay starting between $78,200-$97,800 per year

The pay listed for this position may vary based on experience. Please note, compensation decisions are contingent on the facts and conditions for each job opening. We take into consideration the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as, training and experience, the position’s work location, required travel (if any), and external market conditions when determining the final salary for potential new hires.

Please note salary estimates published via alternate online job boards may not be a true representation of the actual pay range offered for this position. Please refer to the Blain’s Farm & Fleet position description for accurate pay range information.

The Payroll Manager is responsible for the management of all payroll processing, payroll tax, payroll system administration, reporting and compliance.  This person will provide leadership and development to payroll associates, will work directly with functional department leaders, and act as a subject matter expert for the organization. This role requires working effectively in a team environment, establishing open and collaborative channels of communication, and is detail-oriented and deadline driven.

Essential (Primary) Functions:

• Oversees and ensures timely and accurate processing of weekly and bi-weekly payrolls for approximately 5000 associates across 45 locations in four states.
• Responsible for formulating and implementing strategies, policies, and procedures related to the payroll function.
• Trains, mentors and develops staff of the payroll team
• Ensures compliance with federal, state and local payroll laws, wage and hour laws, and best practices.
• Oversees and/or prepares quarterly and annual filings, including 941s and W-2s.
• Reviews and approves the reconciliation of payroll to the general ledger and ensures accurate posting and accruals.
• Facilitates adjustments for raises, bonuses, and commission, setting up and evaluating earnings codes.
• Provides insight into labor and wage variances to budget and prior year and provides metrics to the business as requested.
• Provides reporting to support tax filings, month-end and year-end close, and financial and 401k audits.
• Proactively resolves payroll discrepancies and irregularities.
• Responsible for monitoring, updating, and testing updates, upgrades, and integrations in the Ultipro/UKG environment.
• Performs payroll processing functions during staff absences or short processing deadlines (for example, some holiday weeks).
• Identifies and implements process improvements and efficiencies.

Associated Functions:

Perform other duties as assigned. 

• Five or more years processing high-volume, multi-state payroll.
• Three or more years of leadership experience supervising payroll teams.
• Comprehensive knowledge of payroll processes, best practices, related laws, and regulations.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, HR or Business Administration.
• Retail experience (multi-unit/multi-state) preferred
• Background within a private or family- owned business preferred.
• Experience with UKG (formerly UltiPro) payroll processing preferred, but other payroll software system experience will be considered.

Blain Supply, Inc and Blain’s Farm and Fleet (collectively “Blain’s”) is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recognize the importance of diversity and creating an inclusive culture in order to leverage the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. Blain’s does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy and sexual harassment), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, or any applicable legally protected status. Our goal is to continue to be recognized as an employer of choice and we have received Forbes Best Mid-Sized company to work for an unprecedented 7 years in a row.

• Five or more years processing high-volume, multi-state payroll.
• Three or more years of leadership experience supervising payroll teams.
• Comprehensive knowledge of payroll processes, best practices, related laws, and regulations.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, HR or Business Administration.
• Retail experience (multi-unit/multi-state) preferred
• Background within a private or family- owned business preferred.
• Experience with UKG (formerly UltiPro) payroll processing preferred, but other payroll software system experience will be considered.

Salary : $78,200 - $97,800