Manager, Payroll

The Hillman Group, Inc.•Forest Park, OH

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Manager, Payroll manages and develops payroll processing team members, assigns routine tasks, supervises projects, and reviews compliance. The role oversees processing and delivery for North American payroll groups and develops and implements procedures to ensure timely payroll processing and fulfillment of related financial obligations. The Manager files payroll-related tax paperwork and responds to information requests from state and federal agencies, working with Internal Audit, HRIS, Accounting, and other internal stakeholders to maintain compliance and effective data flow. The position is based in an office setting. The office environment is seldom exposed to fumes or airborne particles; the shop area is loud. Functional vision and hearing are required. The physical demands are sedentary. The role also includes participating in and supporting workplace safety and health program activities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or human resources with 8–10 years of experience, or 12–15 years of experience.
Five years of payroll management experience within a progressive HRIS environment.
Comprehensive knowledge of applicable payroll processes and procedures.
Proven experience processing Canadian and U.S. payrolls.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Windows, with strong Excel skills.
Strong organizational skills and demonstrated attention to detail.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and vendors.
Strong math skills and ability to understand and accurately present numbers.
Ability to lead and motivate employees through guidance, training, and counseling.
Strong personal integrity due to exposure to sensitive personal information.
Functional vision and hearing required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Dayforce or Ceridian payroll/HRIS is ideal.

Responsibilities

Manage payroll, timecard, and audit rotation for the payroll team.
Regularly audit payroll files for completeness and compliance.
Work with Internal Audit to set up, test, and maintain internal controls.
Meet regularly with Accounting to confirm payroll outputs meet requirements and pay runs are properly accounted for.
Supervise payroll tax compliance and oversee payroll tax filings, registrations, and maintenance.
Review and approve payroll service contracts and billings.
Process tax account inheritance paperwork for acquired companies.
Ensure compliance with state, provincial, and territorial payroll requirements concerning employee rights and employer responsibilities.
File payroll-related tax paperwork and respond to information requests from state and federal agencies.
Develop and implement payroll procedures to support timely processing and related financial obligations.
Participate in and support safety and health program activities, including reporting hazards, unsafe work practices, and incidents; wearing required protective equipment; and supporting safety committee activities.