Field Payroll Supervisor

About the role

The Field Payroll Regional Supervisor plays a crucial role in ensuring accurate payroll processing and resolving related issues for assigned regions. This position collaborates with various teams to maintain workflow efficiency and adhere to legal requirements.

Responsibilities

• Audit time records from various locations, make corrections or adjustments, and run payrolls.
• Resolve open reconciling items as needed.
• Ensure third-party garnishments are processed in accordance with federal/state laws.
• Review per diems to determine their taxability and set up on payroll.
• Review employees’ pay rates for compliance with union contracts and labor laws.
• Aid auditors with required payroll information.
• Assist employees with collective bargaining agreement-related questions.
• Collaborate with HR on leave of absence and work location transfers.
• Stay updated on current payroll regulations and tax law changes and implement updates.
• Set up and update employees’ tax records and make necessary adjustments.
• Work with internal or external IT to fix errors and follow through until they are resolved.
• Respond to employee questions or issues regarding paychecks or W-2s.
• Assist in testing Oracle/timecard application’s new or updated functionalities.
• Process, audit, analyze, and review timekeeping, payroll, and benefit setups and deductions.
• Back up the payroll manager or Specialist when necessary.
• Aid in training colleagues and subordinates and documenting processes.
• Keep accurate control and distribution of payroll-related reports and payments.
• Contribute to costing to GL transfer processes and assist in related month-end closing activities.

Requirements

• Payroll/Finance multi-state tax knowledge preferred.
• 10-key, data entry, and computer skills are required.
• Detail-oriented and equipped with research and analytical skills, able to multi-task effectively.
• Proficient in using a computer and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.); Oracle preferred.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks, changing priorities as necessary.
• Ability to work under time pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude.
• Effective oral and written communication skills required for the position.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and an effective team player.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related discipline.
• Minimum six years of work experience in payroll, preferably with a union employer.
• Financial/payroll/tax-related training a plus, either formal classes or seminars.
• Can be a combination of education, training, and relevant experience.

Skills

• Payroll/Finance multi-state tax knowledge.
• 10-key, data entry, and computer skills.
• Detail-oriented and analytical skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage tasks.
• Ability to work under time pressure.
• Effective communication skills.
• Self-motivation and teamwork.

Benefits

• Full benefits.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

Pay

Competitive compensation.

Schedule

Varies based on project needs.