Job Purpose: The Payroll Manager is responsible for processing all aspects of weekly and semi-monthly payroll in multiple states for union and non-union employees. This person also completes reports and maintains records.

Duties:

* Manage and guarantee weekly disbursements of multi-state payroll, including garnishments, benefits and taxes to 100-200 employees consistent with federal and state wage and hour laws

* Determines payroll liabilities by entering tax information, 401k transfer and direct deposits, wage assignments and garnishments. Remits tax payment by collecting and verifying data; prepares reports and statements; initiating payment.

* Manage regular preparation of relevant management reports, including: weekly, monthly, quarterly and year-end reports (gross payroll, hours worked, vacation accrual, tax deductions, benefit deductions, etc.)

* Experience reconciling and preparing all related tax forms and reports.

* Ensure payroll is processed in an accurate, compliant and timely manner

* Coordinate the payroll activities of accounting staff

* Prepare payroll account reconciliations

* Ensure all payroll information and records are maintained in accordance with statutory requirements

* Support all internal and external audits related to payroll

* Manage and resolve issues relating to payroll production

* Communicate actively with Project Management, HR and Accounts Payable to review cross-departmental impacts and reconcile data sharing

* Experience reconciling and preparing all related tax forms and reports.

* Ensure systems are set-up and updated to reflect our current employee base, including wages, benefits, sick and vacation time in line with contracts (union and non-union)

* Maintains employee confidence and protects payroll operations by keeping information confidential.