Payroll Specialist

Detroit Lions•Detroit, MI

17h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Payroll Specialist is responsible for assisting and executing end-to-end payroll processing for Ford Field Management & Detroit Lions staff. The role involves working with all departments within the organization, which includes addressing payroll related questions/requests from employees and Managers. This individual should be able to work independently, be well-organized, and maintain a high level of confidentiality.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of payroll experience required
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or equivalent combination of education and work experience required
Strong working knowledge of payroll practices and procedures
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Proficient in MS Office (including Excel)
Flexibility to work non-standard hours, including weekends, holidays, and during office
Ability to travel between Ford Field and the Meijer Performance Center
A valid driver’s license and a good driving record

Nice To Haves

Experience with Dayforce strongly preferred
Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) preferred
Must be self-motivated and able to work independently or as part of a team

Responsibilities

Field all staff payroll requests & inquiries from employees
Review the time management system for approvals, accuracy and completeness
Responsible for the review of timely tax filings
Initiate monitor and record bank impound
Transmit 401-K deductions to provider and perform per-pay tie outs
Set up and process garnishment calculations
Submit payroll deductions to appropriate authorities
Assist the People Team with updating payroll records to changes in tax status, address, direct deposit, etc.
Review and reconcile payroll
Oversee the creation of the payroll calendars
Responsible for cash flow projections for staff payroll
Review quarterly tax filings to ensure third party vendor has filed correctly
Schedule and manage workers comp audit and assist with financial statement and 401k audits
Work with accounting to reconcile payroll accounts in general ledger on a periodic basis
Responsible for monitoring pay codes and assist accounting with ledger accounts for staff payroll
Support Payroll Manager and SVP of Finance for other entities and projects
Help create and document best practices and procedures checklists for effective and efficient processing controls.
Maintain employee confidence and protect payroll operations by keeping information confidential
Complete employment verification requests for players and practice squad players
Perform other duties as assigned
Will accept other responsibilities and duties required by the supervisor consistent with the objectives and essential functions of this position. Such responsibilities shall be incorporated into the position description if they are ongoing
Will advise supervisor if actual practice (activity) begins to deviate significantly from specified essential functions