Payroll & Talent Manager

Explore St. Louis • St. Louis, MO

2h

About The Position

Are you an experienced and driven HR and payroll professional who enjoys
multi-tasking and working at a fast pace?  We employ a large group of employees
who are a fundamental part of our organization’s continued success.  If you’re a
professional team player who can work with limited supervision and perform
quality + detailed work, this is the job for you.

The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of payroll, and a
proactive approach to talent development.  Join our team as a Payroll and Talent
Manager where you will contribute to the smooth operation of our payroll
processes and lead transformative HR recruiting initiatives to attract talent
and empower our workforce.  Your expertise will help to ensure compliance and
shape our operational precision.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge and experience with payroll and recruitment processes.
• Demonstrated proficiency and expertise in payroll, timekeeping systems and HRIS platforms. Experience with UKG (UltiPro) and Kronos is preferred.
• Familiarity with accounting practices and tax regulations. Strong understanding of data analysis and account reconciliation processes.
• Analytical thinking mindset, and effective listening skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly to management and diverse groups of employees.
• Professionalism and ability to maintain strict confidentiality of all payroll data and restricted information.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Proficiency in analyzing statistical data reports for operational efficiencies.
• Excellent 10 key typing skills for accurate data entry.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) through the American Payroll Association or SHRM certification is beneficial.
• Proficiency with recruiting tools and applicant tracking systems. Experience in HR sourcing techniques is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly payroll for 100+ employees, including hours, deductions, adjustments, and wage assignments.
• Maintain payroll records, including accrual balances, deductions, and employee data.
• Ensure compliance with wage and hour laws and payroll tax regulations.
• Reconcile payroll with the general ledger and prepare monthly, quarterly, and year-end reports.
• Manage employee deductions such as garnishments, child support, union dues, and benefit contributions.
• Serve as the primary contact for payroll-related questions and issues.
• Oversee payroll and timekeeping systems (UKG/UltiPro and Kronos), working with vendors to resolve issues and improve functionality.
• Conduct regular audits to ensure accurate timekeeping and payroll processing.
• Develop and maintain payroll procedures and identify opportunities to improve efficiency.
• Lead full-cycle recruitment, including sourcing, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding.
• Partner with leadership to identify staffing needs and implement effective hiring strategies.
• Manage and improve recruiting and onboarding systems to enhance the candidate’s experience.
• Set up new hires in payroll and timekeeping systems and coordinate onboarding activities.
• Train supervisors on timekeeping processes and support cross-training for payroll backup.
• Support audits, reporting, and special projects as needed.
• Collaborate with HR and Finance on payroll and employee-related matters.
• Maintain confidentiality and work a flexible schedule as required to include evenings and weekends.

Benefits

• competitive pay plus a robust benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, as well as pension, paid holidays and PTO

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees