Associate Manager - Payroll

AICPA•Durham, NC

1d•$80,000 - $90,000•Hybrid

About The Position

You will manage the Association's payroll operations, ensuring accurate processing and recording of payroll and safeguarding of cash assets and confidential information. You will report to the Senior Manager - Payroll and use a hybrid work schedule. The Association is transforming the accounting and finance profession. We are future-focused, empowering the world's most accomplished accountants to stay relevant, meet today's demands, and prepare for tomorrow's challenges through quality education, resources, and training. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of related payroll experience, with exposure to regional /global payroll.
Prior experience leading or supervising global payroll teams.
Experience using Oracle Fusion HCM and in using payroll tax engines or compliance platforms.
Exposure to ticketing/case management tools (e.g. SNOW)
Experience working with payroll vendors (e.g., ADP SmartCompliance, TMF, local providers).
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

Payroll certification (e.g., CPP, FPC, IHRIM) is an advantage is preferred.

Responsibilities

Complete all aspects of payroll processing for U.S. and Canada, including multistate and provincial payrolls, garnishments, taxes, benefits related impacts, and special compensation programs.
Approve payroll calendars, cut-off timelines, and paydays; perform year-on-year validation.
Complete the annual workers' compensation audit.
Manage payments related to agency temporary staff invoices and payroll processing fees.
Prepare and file federal, state, and local payroll tax returns (monthly, quarterly, annually).
Audit and Submit W-2s, 1099s, and other year-end tax documents.
Balance W-2s to payroll records – Reconcile box 1,3,5 wages withholdings to Forms 941 and internal registrations
Ensure accuracy of records by reviewing and approving time entries, exemptions, direct deposits, garnishments, deductions, taxes and employee master file changes
Validate earnings, tax withholdings, deductions, leaves, bonuses, and 401(k)/retirement plan eligibility; reconcile payroll reports to ensure accuracy.
Oversee compliance with statutory reporting and filing requirements in US and Canada including PA LST, WA DOL, and NY Disability
Manage team members remotely across global locations, ensuring performance, and delivery of payroll activities.
Be the trusted payroll advisor and primary liaison across HR, leadership, and employees, providing subject matter expertise and driving resolution of payroll matters through close partnership with teams.
Partner with Finance to perform and oversee on payroll accounting task, GL payroll reconciliation, balance sheet, journal entries and month‑end close activities.
Ensure accuracy and compliance (SOX/internal controls) by performing ongoing audits and controls testing; comply with all audit requirements and internal control standards.
Support internal and external auditors; implement recommended improvements to controls and process documentation
Partner with HRIS, IT, vendors, and Finance to improve payroll processes and resolve system related issues
Be the Oracle Payroll expert, managing configurations, troubleshooting, and system enhancements and automation.
Maintain payroll system tables, earnings, deductions, and reporting configurations.
Implement process improvements opportunities and workflow efficiencies.