Payroll Manager (Hybrid)

Lakeshore Learning Materials • Long Beach, CA

2d • $98,000 - $130,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

We are currently seeking a Payroll Manager to join our team. In this role, you will oversee accurate preparation, documentation and distribution of payroll for two U.S.-based EINs, one CN-based EIN, one Asia-based EIN and vendor support for contractors. The position also requires coaching and mentoring a team of three to achieve operational plans and results. Applicants should be able to apply accounting and payroll expertise in challenging situations using critical thinking to solve complex problems. The ideal candidate also demonstrates proficiency in multiple areas relevant to the role including payroll accounting, payroll journal entries, and payroll taxes and law/compliance.Must be able to commute to Carson, California.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, business or a related field is a plus
• 7+ years of experience in a similar role, including at least 2+ years in a people leader role
• Experience with ADP (Vantage is a plus!) and Workday
• Familiarity with GL software is a plus
• Ability to apply accounting and payroll expertise in challenging situations using critical thinking to solve complex problems
• Proficiency in multiple areas relevant to the role including payroll accounting, payroll journal entries, and payroll taxes and law/compliance
• Strong problem-solving skills with solutions aligned to best-practice payroll procedures
• Brings broad, in-depth expertise and is regarded as a trusted authority in payroll practices and competencies

Nice To Haves

• Experience with a large-scale HRIS implementation is a plus
• FPC and CPP preferred

Responsibilities

• Overseeing accurate preparation, documentation and distribution of payroll for two U.S.-based EINs (weekly and semi-monthly), one CN-based EIN, one Asia-based EIN and vendor support for contractors
• Coaching and mentoring a team of three
• Reconciling and preparing 401(k) match, managing 401(k) compliance changes and audits, and partnering with Benefits and vendors for required filings
• Tracking and reporting payroll vendor contracts and project costs, and partnering with various teams for cost monitoring and contract terms
• Managing projects and testing; partnering with internal and external teams to roll out new initiatives and ensure compliance
• Ensuring tax compliance and reconciliation, including vendor accountability for filings, account setup, error resolution and year-end reporting
• Supporting labor and payroll compliance; partnering with HR teams for policy development, coding and testing
• Assisting with external audit and reporting requests, including 401(k), worker's compensation, corporate tax and various financial audits
• Providing customer service to various lines of business; offering feedback on best practices and resolving vendor issues
• Partnering with leadership on policy development and procedural changes
• Participating in global company initiatives and confidential projects
• Leading, directing and reviewing the work of team members to accomplish operational plans and results
• Guiding and influencing others internally or externally to adopt new perspectives

Benefits

• Bonus eligible
• Paid leave for new parents to support work/life balance and family bonding
• Excellent medical/dental and vision coverage—EPO, PPO and HSA
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution (because you will retire someday)
• Flexible benefits—choose what you like, ignore the rest
• On-site preschool for our employees' children
• On-site employee gym for all levels/fitness needs
• Generous employee discount
• Casual dress…and we really mean it

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees