Corporate Payroll Manager

Marriott•Anaheim, CA

14h•$95,000 - $105,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Payroll Manager to lead our payroll operations with precision and enthusiasm. In this vital role, you will oversee the end-to-end payroll process, ensuring timely and accurate compensation for all employees. This position offers an exciting opportunity to influence organizational success through meticulous payroll administration and innovative process improvements.

Requirements

Business proficiency in Payroll Systems (Workday) is required
Minimum of 5+ years of progressive payroll experience with Workday.
Deep subject matter expertise in regulatory and compliance matters including but not limited to HIPAA, ACA/ PCORI, ERISA, Non-Discrimination Testing, 5500s, and related state/local laws.
Strong knowledge of multi-entity US payroll, with excellent understanding of California payroll laws and regulations
Expert knowledge in Microsoft Excel spreadsheets is required
Strong reasoning and math skills.
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited four-year college or university or 5+year’s related experience and/or training required
Must have valid CA Drivers license
Flexible in approach, able to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.

Nice To Haves

CPP preferred, but not required.
Bilingual preferred (English/Spanish)

Responsibilities

Manage end-to-end payroll processing for multiple entities and pay groups.
Process regular payrolls, off-cycle payrolls, bonus payments, retroactive pay, and termination checks.
Review payroll calculations including overtime, premiums, incentives, taxable benefits, garnishments, and deductions.
Manage payroll funding and payroll processing schedules.
Serve as system administrator for Workday Payroll.
Lead User Acceptance Testing (UAT), payroll parallel testing, and validation efforts for payroll and HCM configuration updates, earnings calculations, and process enhancements.
Maintain payroll earnings, deductions, taxes, pay groups, and payroll business processes.
Partner with vendors and consultants to resolve payroll system issues.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations, including California wage and hour laws.
Oversee payroll tax reporting and regulatory compliance.
Lead payroll-related audits, including financial statement and workers' compensation audits.
Develop and maintain payroll policies, procedures, and internal controls.
Prepare payroll reports, reconciliations, and workforce analytics.
Partner with Finance on payroll accounting, labor reporting, accruals, and budgeting.
Analyze payroll data and recommend operational improvements.
Train and mentor payroll and HR staff.
Enforce company initiative such as managing overtime, meal attestations, etc.
Serve as the primary escalation point for complex payroll issues.
Develop payroll-related SOPs, controls, and best practices.