Payroll Manager - Baxter Shared Services

Baxter Shared Services • Omaha, NE

18h

About The Position

Do you want to help transform the auto industry? Come let Baxter Auto show you just how Remarkable you can be!
At Baxter, we are challenging the norm when it comes to both the car buying process and the employee experience. As a Baxter teammate, you are part of a growing company that strives for an inclusive culture, which is why we need you!
We value individuals who:
Stay curious by striving for continuous improvement
Welcome differences by seeking, listening, and learning from diverse perspectives
Make it matter by driving toward meaningful outcomes
Win together by operating with a team-first perspective
Be authentic by communicating with transparency and kindness
Be caring by having an innate desire to help others
At Baxter we encourage and support career development, job opportunities across multiple professions, an inclusive culture where everyone is a leader (from entry level up to general management), encouragement to be your authentic self, and an almost obsessive focus on the employee and guest experience. Combine that with market-leading benefits offerings and opportunities across multiple states, and we think you’ll agree that YOU BELONG AT BAXTER!

Your Purpose as a Payroll Manager:
Lead the Payroll Department, including team leadership, accuracy, employee relations, and best practices.
Oversee accurate and timely processing of semi-monthly payrolls for 1,800+ employees, including direct responsibility for a portion of the payroll.
Manage, mentor, and develop payroll team members.
Serve as primary contact for payroll system implementations and enhancements
Ensure accurate entry of payroll and HR changes into Paylocity, along with time and attendance adjustments.
Conduct weekly and monthly payroll audits to confirm accuracy and compliance.
Provide reporting and analysis to leadership on payroll trends and exceptions.
Maintain confidentiality, data integrity, and internal controls.
Manage garnishments in compliance with state laws.
Collaborate with dealership leadership on pay plans, commissions, bonuses, and payroll-related matters.
Research and resolve payroll issues; escalate concerns when necessary.
Identify opportunities for process improvements and document payroll procedures.
Oversee payroll/timekeeping system projects and train users.
Stay informed on payroll laws, regulations, and compliance requirements.
Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Payroll Manager strongly preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, HR, or related field preferred
• Paylocity experience is a plus
• Strong knowledge of payroll laws, auditing practices, and compliance
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• High attention to detail and commitment to confidentiality
• Strong communication and customer service skills

Nice To Haves

• A team-first always perspective with a desire to win together attitude.
• An innate desire to help others in all ways possible.
• Dedicated to creating meaningful outcomes in everything you do.
• Welcomes difference by seeking, listening, and learning from diverse perspectives.
• Authentically communicates with transparency, empathy, and kindness.
• Forever curious and motivated by a passion for continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Payroll Department, including team leadership, accuracy, employee relations, and best practices.
• Oversee accurate and timely processing of semi-monthly payrolls for 1,800+ employees, including direct responsibility for a portion of the payroll.
• Manage, mentor, and develop payroll team members.
• Serve as primary contact for payroll system implementations and enhancements
• Ensure accurate entry of payroll and HR changes into Paylocity, along with time and attendance adjustments.
• Conduct weekly and monthly payroll audits to confirm accuracy and compliance.
• Provide reporting and analysis to leadership on payroll trends and exceptions.
• Maintain confidentiality, data integrity, and internal controls.
• Manage garnishments in compliance with state laws.
• Collaborate with dealership leadership on pay plans, commissions, bonuses, and payroll-related matters.
• Research and resolve payroll issues; escalate concerns when necessary.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and document payroll procedures.
• Oversee payroll/timekeeping system projects and train users.
• Stay informed on payroll laws, regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay: Commensurate with experience
• Flexible Work Schedule: Monday-Friday
• Comprehensive Benefits Offering: Market-leading medical plans including PPO, HSA, and FSA options; Multiple Dental (includes orthodontics) and Vision plans; Varying Vacation and Sick Leave available Day 1; 4 Week-Paid Parental Leave available Day 1; 401(k) Match with 100% vesting after 1 year and immediate eligibility at age 18; Short- and Long-Term Disability options; Accident and Critical Illness Plans; Basic Life, Pet, Legal, & Identity Insurance
• Training and Development Opportunities for All Employees
• Extensive Employee Discounts: Vehicle purchases, parts, service, hotels, travel, and more
• Educational Reimbursement: General and specialized technical automotive degrees
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Paid Holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, & Christmas Day

What This Job Offers

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