Manager, Payroll

$100,000 - $120,000/Yr

Ampac Fine Chemicals - Rancho Cordova, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Rancho Cordova, CA

Chemical Manufacturing

About the position

The Payroll Manager oversees the Payroll Team, ensuring timely and accurate completion of full-cycle, multi-company, and multi-state payrolls. This role is responsible for compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, staying informed on policy changes, and updating payroll processes accordingly. The manager will collaborate with various teams to improve processes while maintaining confidentiality and security of payroll data.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Payroll Team, ensuring timely completion of full-cycle, multi-company and multi-state bi-weekly payrolls.
• Conduct thorough reviews of Payroll Team outputs, including weekly timesheets and payroll registers, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain compliance with all applicable policies, collective bargaining agreements, and regulations.
• Stay informed on regulatory changes and ensure the team follows updated procedures.
• Lead documentation efforts to establish payroll operations in additional states for business expansion.
• Apply general accounting principles to review and approve payroll entries for posting to the general ledger.
• Manage month-end accruals for sick leave, vacation, and holidays for accurate financial reporting.
• Assist with financial data analysis and account reconciliations as assigned.
• Provide insights and recommendations to senior management based on analysis.
• Identify potential payroll issues and implement solutions to prevent errors.
• Develop and execute process changes and training programs to enhance payroll accuracy.
• Offer guidance and support to the Payroll Team and employees on payroll policies and procedures.
• Develop and review communications regarding Payroll and Timekeeping activities for clarity and accuracy.
• Lead the team through effective coaching, mentoring, and performance management.
• Collaborate with Human Resources, Benefits, and Finance Teams on payroll policies and process improvements.
• Research and implement Payroll system and process improvements to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
• Oversee system modifications and updates to align with organizational goals.
• Uphold confidentiality and ensure security of payroll data and documentation.

Requirements

• 5+ years of related experience and a bachelor's degree or 3+ years of related experience and a master's degree.
• At least 1 year of supervisory experience required, with a preference for 3 years.
• Experience processing payroll with an automated timekeeping application, preferably ADP.
• Experience with Union payroll and Collective Bargaining Agreements.
• Experience with multi-state payroll.
• Strong analytical skills for financial data analysis.
• In-depth knowledge of ADP system and local, state, and federal payroll regulations.

Nice-to-haves

• Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) Designation from the American Payroll Association preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $100,000 - $120,000 per year.
• Full-time employment with potential for career advancement.