Full Time Sr Payroll Manager

Avamere•Wilsonville, OR

About The Position

The Sr. Payroll Manager is responsible for the accurate and efficient operation of the Payroll department and the management performance of incumbent employees. The manager conducts as well as directs staff in the performance of audits to ensure accuracy of payroll processing, provides direction and training to the payroll staff. The Payroll Manager works with the Payroll Lead and Corporate Controller to create and refine processes, procedure manuals and payroll policies to be used across the organization and is responsible for the accuracy of business line payrolls. Responsible for the master payroll data set of the company, generating reports and correcting any data issues and problems that may arise.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in accounting, Business, Human Resources, Healthcare Administration or a related field.
Ten (10) years of payroll processing including at least three (3) years in a leadership role or, a combination of equivalent education and experience.
Knowledge of payroll processes, employment laws and regulations.
Demonstrable accounting, math, and computer skills, including familiarity with the Microsoft Office suite of software, Payroll processing software and HRIS software.
Demonstrable verbal and written communication skills; problem solving, collaboration, flexibility and confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in Accounting or Business Administration
Certified Payroll Professional (CCP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FCP).
Prior experience with HRIS software systems, specifically UltiPro/UKG.

Responsibilities

Manage and direct the work of the payroll department and incumbent staff, including performance management of direct reports, and maintaining adequate staffing to meet department needs.
Assign reviews of Business line payrolls; perform final reviews of payrolls prior to processing.
Address payroll issues including but not limited to uncashed payroll checks, accounting entries, data entry errors, etc.
Create and update internal payroll department processes and procedures; ensure payroll staff are trained, knowledgeable and capable of performing assigned duties.
Conducts periodic audits as needed or directed by the Controller.
Reviews and approves, directly or through delegation, cash reconciliation reports, payroll vendor invoices, daily cash processing, etc.
Ensures wage tables, contractual wage scales, unemployment rates, workers compensation rates and other applicable payroll related deductions and rates in use are accurate.
Reconciles tax files, researches and resolves tax notices and conflicts as needed.
Ensures Payroll Department compliance with applicable employment and compensation policies, procedures, rules and local, state and federal regulations; keeps self and direct reports current on regulatory changes and updates.
Works with HR, Vendors, Business office managers and Divisional/Facility leaders to ensure payroll processes and department performance meet the needs of the business.
May be assigned additional duties and tasks necessary to ensure the efficient and accurate processing of business payroll obligations.
Assist with preparation of training materials, accounting policies and procedures, forms and other related documentation as needed.
Attends company meetings and business engagements.
Assist with other activities as directed by the Controller.
Other duties as assigned.