Payroll Manager

MN Custom Homes•Bellevue, WA

12h•$85,000 - $105,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Payroll Manager is an individual contributor responsible for managing and processing the organization’s multi-state payroll functions, ensuring accurate and timely processing of payroll, compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and effective coordination with HR and Finance teams. This role plays a critical part in maintaining employee satisfaction and organizational integrity.

Requirements

Associates Degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or related field.
4 - 7 years of payroll experience, managing end-to-end processing for multi-state payrolls.
Strong knowledge of payroll systems (preferably Paylocity) and Microsoft Excel.
In-depth understanding of payroll tax laws, wage and hour laws, and compliance requirements.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and integrity.

Nice To Haves

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent relationship building skills.
Excellent math skills.
General understanding of state-specific employment laws, and applicable Federal payroll tax laws and regulations.
Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply the appropriate sections of applicable laws, guidelines, regulations, ordinances, and policies.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Able to work independently and collaboratively.
Must be able to contribute to moderately complex aspects of a project.
Focus on investigative or forensic problem solving.
Strong willingness to assist team members.
Ability to effectively (re)prioritize tasks based on competing urgencies or needs.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
Previous HR system experience, specifically payroll systems.
Preferably Paylocity payroll experience.
Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation is a plus.

Responsibilities

Manages and processes multi-state end-to-end payroll processing for all employees, including salaried exempt, salaried non-exempt, hourly nonexempt, and limited term staff.
Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations.
Processes garnishments for compliance with applicable laws.
Processes business expense reimbursements with appropriate payrolls.
Maintains and updates payroll systems and records, ensuring data accuracy and confidentiality.
Collaborates with HR and Finance departments to ensure alignment on employee compensation, benefits, deductions and audits.
Prepares and submits payroll reports, tax filings, and other required documentation.
Resolves payroll discrepancies and responds to employee inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
Leads payroll audits and supports internal and external audit processes.
Stays current with changes in payroll legislation and best practices.
Reconciles benefit deductions to invoices and individual benefits such as 401k accounts, Health Savings Accounts (HSA), and other benefits.
In partnership with accounting, sets up new market payrolls and state and local taxes, to ensure compliance.
Receives and completes employment verifications, unemployment insurance and Workers’ Compensation Claims.
Develops, prepares, generates and analyzes ongoing and ad-hoc special reports
Collaborates on departmental and cross-functional projects or initiatives as needed or required.
Manages and ensures compliance related to the Company’s vehicle stipend policy.
Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned

Benefits

100% covered employee premiums for medical and dental self-coverage
100% employer-paid life insurance
100 % employer-paid long term disability insurance
Paid medical and family leave
Critical illness insurance
401(K) with generous company match, no vesting schedule, and access to professional financial advisors
Lifestyle reimbursement account
20 days of PTO & 9 holidays
New iPhone for your personal and business use
Free onsite parking
Company paid events
Complimentary snacks & beverages