Payroll Manager

Mortenson • Minneapolis, MN

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About The Position

Mortenson is seeking a Payroll Manager to lead and oversee daily payroll functions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
• Minimum five years of experience as a payroll administrator, with progressively more complex assignments.
• Strong computer skills, with experience using an integrated payroll and time and attendance system required.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint skills.
• Leadership skills: ability to set and assist with setting strategic direction, implement change, and create a culture of accountability within the team.
• Ability to lead a team, drive them to meet expectations and deadlines, and work with different personalities and work styles.
• Superior organizational skills and attention to detail; ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to address complex payroll topics, summarize/tailor information for a specific audience, and present effectively.
• Professional, business-driven mentality with the ability to communicate and interact with all levels of the organization, as well as external parties.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Positive, professional attitude and excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Ability to collaborate effectively and build successful business relationships across the company.
• Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, inclusive behaviors, and Affirmative Action plans and their intended use.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Payroll Professional certification desired.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience with Canadian and Union workforces is a plus.
• Oracle Cloud payroll and UKG Workforce Management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily payroll operations to ensure timely and accurate payment of team members, support operational needs, and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Implement and maintain robust business processes and internal controls to manage risk and meet deadlines for both internal and external stakeholders.
• Supervise and mentor team members to ensure efficient performance, including strategic resource planning, interviewing, hiring recommendations, and performance management.
• Utilize performance metrics to proactively manage payroll resource needs and team performance.
• Provide mentorship and development opportunities, staying updated on best practices in payroll to develop department goals and programs.
• Foster a culture of accountability focused on continuous process improvement and risk minimization
• Develop and maintain department procedures and company policies.
• Understand the technology roadmap for Payroll and third-party vendors like ADP, monitoring new releases and capabilities, and leading system upgrades/new implementations.
• Act as a Subject Matter Expert for special projects and participate in department projects and company initiatives.
• Implement best practices and support lean innovation.
• Collaborate with the other Payroll Operations Team to ensure successful service delivery.
• Build effective business relationships within Mortenson to support business needs.
• Work closely with Operations, Project Accounting, and Business Service Groups to drive strategic and process improvements, enhance operational efficiency, and reduce costs.
• Lead by example, providing effective coaching and feedback to manage team performance.

Benefits

• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
• Dental plan
• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Gym Membership Discount Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager