Payroll Manager (Hybrid)

U.S. News & World Report is a multifaceted digital media company dedicated to helping citizens, consumers, business leaders and policy officials make important decisions in their lives. We publish independent reporting, rankings, data journalism and advice that has earned the trust of our readers and users for 90 years. Our platforms on usnews.com include Education, Health, Money, Travel, Cars, News, Real Estate, Careers and 360 Reviews.

We reach millions of people monthly during moments when they are most in need of expert advice and motivated to act on that advice directly on our platforms. Our signature franchises include our “Best” series of consumer guides on colleges, graduate schools, hospitals, diets, cars, financial services and more. These guides provide an easy-to-digest list for consumers to better understand and compare when making their decisions. We continue to publish annual guides of the authoritative Best Colleges and Best Hospitals rankings on our website and in print. And our U.S. News Live flagship conferences highlight important national conversations such as Healthcare of Tomorrow .

We believe in having a broad range of talent and backgrounds at U.S. News. We strive to maintain a welcoming workplace where everyone is given an opportunity to succeed and contribute to their fullest. Learn more about our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiative.

Your role in helping us shape the future:

U.S. News empowers everyone to thrive. In this position you will have the opportunity to leverage your strengths and skills to our Finance Department. The Payroll Manager will oversee and supervise the organization’s payroll functions, ensuring pay is processed on time, accurately, and in compliance with government regulations. This role reports to the Payroll and Benefits Director.

Are you up to the Challenge:

• Implements, maintains, and reviews payroll processing systems to ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll transactions including salaries, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and other deductions.
• Process semi-monthly and off-cycle payrolls.
• Work closely with our HR and Finance Departments.
• Resolve in a timely fashion payroll issues found within internal interfaces.
• Update payroll records including exemption changes, benefit elections, savings deductions, and job title and department/division transfers.
• Coordinate wire transfers (as needed), initiate stop payments and correct issues with direct deposits.
• Compile summaries of earnings, taxes, deductions, leave, disability, and nontaxable wages.
• Resolve payroll discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information.
• Maintain payroll policies and procedures; reporting needed changes.
• Maintain employee confidence by protecting payroll information confidential.
• Assist Human Resources with regard to employee compensation and benefits.
• Reconcile pay data from payroll reports to the General Ledger.
• Keep up to date with sick pay laws and overtime policies to ensure payroll compliance.
• Support financial, workers comp and 401K audits.
• Lead the payroll team - Trains new staff in the department. Oversees the daily workflow of the department. Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations.

You should definitely have:

• 3-5 years of related payroll experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field required.
• Extensive knowledge of the payroll function including preparation, balancing, internal control, and payroll taxes.
• Understanding of medical and other implemented benefits.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficient with payroll software. Paychex Experience preferred.

What it’s like to work with us:

• Talent is our best asset!
• We invest in people with passion and potential who understand U.S. News’ dedication to our consumers.
• Entrepreneurial, mission-driven culture with core values of quality and integrity
• Focus on fostering personal and professional growth
• Competitive benefits including paid vacation time, medical, tuition reimbursement, and training
• Collaborative Work Environment : Fun, diverse, inclusive and ambitious co-workers

Other Job Info:

• These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees assigned to this job.
• U.S. News & World Report strongly encourages all employees to be fully vaccinated (including boosters).
• Strong preference for New Jersey or New York based applicants to work a hybrid schedule in our New Jersey office location.