Assistant Payroll Manager

We have partnered with a reputable services company on their search for a Assistant Payroll Manager with in-depth knowledge of large organization payroll procedures, regulations, and compliance requirements. In this role, you will oversee the processing of bi-weekly payroll ensuring policies and procedures are being followed, review and approve payroll adjustments, assist with payroll transformation initiatives, deductions, and withholdings, maintain accurate payroll records and employee data, assist with the month end close process, manage the performance of the payroll department, and prepare the annual payroll budget. Overall, as the Assistant Payroll Manager you will ensure the effective use of internal plans and positive employee relations while overseeing the payroll process for the company.

Primary Duties

·      Oversee payroll payments both electronic and paper

·      Record payroll transactions

·      Process financial disbursements and deductions

·      Provide management with payroll reports

·      Assist with adjustments and payment inquiries

·      Review and compute wages

·      Maintain and update employee records

·      Recommend areas of improvement

·      Ad-hoc payroll projects

·      Support other functions as assigned

The ideal Assistant Payroll Manager will have a Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance.

Other requirements for the Assistant Payroll Manager role include and are not limited to:

·      7 years of payroll supervisory experience

·      ADP Workforce Now and/or Workday HRIS preferred

·      Proficient in Microsoft Office, Advanced Excel

·      Proven knowledge of tax regulations

For more information on this Assistant Payroll Manager role and other full time accounting and finance opportunities, please contact us at 302.985.5215 and reference JO#00800-0013296058.

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