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Job Summary
The Senior Manager or Payroll is responsible for all aspects of payroll including but not limited to; establishing appropriate checks and balances to ensure payroll compliance and accuracy, generating reports for the general ledger and reconciliation, and overseeing the administration of payment of wages and bonuses and other company benefits. Ensure the efficient operation of the employee data information process; including maintaining data integrity, interfacing with other third party systems and handling a high volume of confidential employee information.
Primary Responsibilities:
Critically review and analyze payroll processes in order to recommend and implement changes leading to best practice operations
Develop the vision and structure of the Payroll function in alignment with company strategy
Manage and guarantee bi-weekly and monthly disbursement of multi-state and international payroll consistent with federal, state and international wage and hour laws
Ensure processing of new hires, transfers, promotions and terminations are accurate on on-time
Effectively resolve any payroll-related issues as they arise
Provide leadership in the coordination and implementation of the Payroll and HRIS systems including time and attendance system
Ensure adherence to tax regulations and reporting as well as compliance of Sarbanes-Oxley
Manage regular preparation of relevant management reports; including weekly, monthly, quarterly and year-end
Communicate actively with Operations, Finance, HR and Benefits to review cross-departmental impact and reconcile data sharing
Establish and implement consistent payroll policies processes and procedures across the company
Accurately process bi-weekly payroll for executive staff
Document work flow and standard operating procedures
Manage payroll staff
Other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
BS/BA in Accounting or Business Management
Certified American Payroll Association professional preferred
At least 10 years' experience in high volume international and multi-state payroll processing
Experience with ADP Workforce Now and other payroll systems a plus
Prior system conversion experience a plus
Strong organization, influencing skills and the ability to navigate ambiguity and competing priorities required
Applied knowledge of Sarbanes Oxley requirements as related to payroll processing
Ability to build, manage and lead staff to excellent performance
Ability to work collaboratively and build relationships with internal and external partners and business leaders across the organization
Ability to discreetly handle confidential matters
Customer service mindset
Excellent problem solving skills; strong ability to proactively identify and implement effective solutions
Benefits and Perks
Full benefits package, including Paid Time Off (PTO), medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, robust EAP, wellness program, and much more
Very competitive compensation package
Beautiful office space located in the NBC Tower downtown Chicago, with great amenities including discounted parking, and access to the many activities that this great city offers
ComPsych celebrates diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, age, genetics, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. ComPsych Corporation maintains a drug free workplace.