Payroll Supervisor

JOB SUMMARY The Payroll Supervisor will oversee and supervise the company's payroll functions, ensuring pay is processed on time, accurately, and in accordance with government regulations.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS * Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, HR, or related field.

Education may be substituted with relevant work experience.

* 5+ years of experience with multi-state payroll processing.

* Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn payroll software.

* Solid understanding of accounting fundamentals and payroll best practices.

* Proficient with MS Office Suite.

* Proficient with payroll systems/software.

* Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

* Ability to work well independently and in a team environment.

* Trustworthy with attention to confidentiality.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS * Prior supervisory experience * Multi-state payroll experience for medium to large companies (500+ employees) * CPP * Experience using Sage 100 software ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS * Oversees payroll procedures and processes as well as daily workflow of the department.

* Manages inquiries and requests related to preparation and distribution of payroll.

* Supervises payroll specialist(s) according to company policies.

* Ensures accurate and timely processing of payroll updates including new hires, terminations, and changes to pay rates.

* Processes payroll transactions including salaries, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and other deductions.

* Maintains or oversees the maintenance of employee records.

* Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws and best practices.

* Facilitates audits by providing records and documentation to auditors.

* Identifies and recommends updates to payroll software, systems, and procedures.

* Calculates and processes Federal and State tax and social security withholdings, union dues, and other deductions, insurance, benefits, pension/retirement, 401(k) contributions and company match, etc.

* Research, analyze and resolve pay cycle discrepancies.

* Prepares and maintains accurate records and reports of payroll transactions.

* Prioritizes work demands to work accurately under pressure of deadlines.

JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES * Knowledge of company policies and procedures.

* Ability to balance competing timelines in order to accurately and timely process Multi-State payroll cycles.

* Ability to handle sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.

* Ability to communicate skillfully and effectively with employees.