MANAGER - PAYROLL

$75,000 - $85,000/Yr

Hard Rock Hotel And Casino - New York, NY

Full-time - Mid Level

New York, NY

Accommodation

About the position

The Payroll Manager is responsible for overseeing the operational and strategic direction of the property payroll department. This role emphasizes building collaborative relationships across various teams and HR business partners, ensuring compliance with payroll tax regulations and labor laws, and driving continuous process improvements in payroll systems and programs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and reconcile 941 forms and conduct ongoing W2 review validation testing.
• Ensure the financial integrity of the payroll process.
• Analyze complex pay transactions, identify issues, and collaborate with internal teams to resolve payroll system issues.
• Communicate and coordinate payroll activities with Human Resources.
• Develop ad hoc financial and operational reporting, providing analytics and key business metrics.
• Manage and maintain comprehensive payroll records by verifying payroll data using appropriate software.
• Stay current with local and federal regulations to ensure compliance.
• Establish and maintain strong collaborative relationships internally and externally.
• Conduct regulatory and compliance audits.
• Work with IT to develop, test, and roll out new systems and upgrades of existing systems.
• Understand the impact of payroll on the balance sheet and manage payroll account reconciliations.
• Lead and develop the payroll team and facilitate the weekly payroll process.
• Identify opportunities for improvement in policies and programs to enhance payroll processes.
• Manage change in a fast-paced, complex environment.
• Oversee direct report staff to complete projects according to objectives and key performance indicators.
• Participate in payroll mergers, transfers, and system implementations during growth and acquisition initiatives.
• Prepare required payroll reports/forms, including ROEs and year-end T4s.
• Process deduction remittances on time, including Source Deductions, Union Dues, and Garnishments.
• Process weekly payroll by established deadlines for all employees, including union and non-union in a 24-hour environment.
• Provide clear communication of key business priorities and project status.
• Reconcile time and attendance systems with Department Managers and Human Resources.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 3-5 years of experience with payroll and payroll tax in a multi-company environment.
• Experience in vendor management over domestic and global payroll.
• Knowledge of Infinium, ADP, Kronos, or related Payroll and Time and Attendance Systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify root causes of issues.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $75,000 - $85,000 annually.