Coordinator ll, Payroll

Panera Bread•Saint Louis, LA

9d•$59,936 - $66,987•Onsite

About The Position

Panera LLC is seeking a Payroll Coordinator to ensure timely and accurate processing of bi-weekly payrolls. The role coordinates high-volume payrolls and adjustment runs in accordance with established company policies and applicable federal, state, and local regulations. It supports associates and internal and external partners, maintains confidential payroll documentation, and helps improve payroll processes and systems as the company grows. The position also includes Workday configuration and testing support, report writing, multi-state and local tax processing, payroll auditing and reporting, vendor management, and guiding and training team members. The position is based at the Saint Louis Support Center.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience in a high-volume, complex payroll environment, with strong knowledge of payroll principles.
Experience with a large associate base of 50,000 or more and multi-state payroll.
Strong customer service skills and a team-oriented perspective.
Ability to analytically review issues, identify root causes, and develop resolution plans.
Strong organization and multitasking skills, with the ability to meet strict deadlines and deliver high-quality work.
Ability to lead team members toward department goals, share knowledge, and coordinate workflow.
Ability to handle confidential information with a high degree of professionalism.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including strong use of Excel.

Nice To Haves

Leadership experience.
Multi-state tax experience.
Accounting degree.
Workday experience.
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification.

Responsibilities

Coordinate all aspects of high-volume bi-weekly payroll processing and adjustment runs in accordance with established policies, procedures, and federal, state, and local regulations.
Provide customer service to associates across company functions and partner with internal departments and external parties on payroll responsibilities.
Comply with internal, external, and SOX-regulated controls.
Support senior management on additional projects as needed.
Assist with Workday configuration and testing, and write Workday reports.
Guide, train, and lead team members.
Identify, participate in, and implement continuous process improvement projects.
Maintain payroll documentation properly and confidentially.
Assist with vendor management as needed.
Process multi-state and local taxes.
Conduct payroll process auditing and reporting.