Assistant Payroll Manager

Job Summary

Required Qualifications

• •A bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field
• •Five + years of progressively responsible professional experience in payroll administration, accounting, finance, or a closely related field
• •Supervising or leading the work of payroll staff
• •Processing payroll using an enterprise HR/Payroll system
• •Working with computerized financial management and electronic timekeeping systems
• •Interpreting and applying payroll tax laws and payroll compliance requirements
• •Expert knowledge in state and federal laws and regulations related to the payroll function
• •The ability to research, understand, and apply new regulations as needed
• •Knowledge regarding the establishment of an employer tax presence in other U.S. states
• •Knowledge of basic accounting principles and requirements as applicable to duties
• •Superior customer service orientation with the ability to deescalate tense situations and rebuild trust
• •A proven self-starter, with very strong analytical, problem-solving, critical thinking, and research skills
• •The ability to always maintain and promote strict confidentiality and the highest degree of ethical standards
• •Demonstration of maturity, tact, and composure in difficult, sensitive, and unexpected situations
• •Demonstration of initiative through early identification and timely resolution of problems
• •Strong skills in organization, time management, and switching quickly between tasks
• •The ability to meet deadlines and ensure direct reports to so as well in a fast-paced environment with a heavy workload
• •The ability to learn new software and other technology as needed
• •The ability to serve as a leader in developing new policies and procedures, as required and demonstrates the ability to follow through with the implementation and/or change
• •Strong written and oral English language skills
• •Proficiency in the recent version of the Microsoft Office suite, with advanced skills in Excel
• •The ability to create and understand complex with spreadsheets with formulas, pivot tables, and graphs
• •The ability to share knowledge and information clearly and concisely
• •The ability to quickly learn new procedures and tasks
• •The ability to build trust, respect, and effective and responsive communication with direct reports, colleagues, and stakeholders
• •The ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with individuals at all levels of an organization and from diverse backgrounds
• •The ability to use effective and sound judgment in determining and following through on priorities
• •The ability to switch quickly between tasks and demonstrate responsiveness to constituents, peers, and supervisors
• •The ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks effectively and demonstrate resiliency
• •Demonstration of openness to generate new ideas and change
• •Demonstration of follow-through and implementation of plans and changes
• •Engagement in and promotion of safe work practices
• •Performance management skills and effective methods to coach and develop direct reports
• •Proven accuracy and strong attention to detail
• •The ability to create comprehensive and complex reports, executive summaries, and communications using proper business writing, metrics, and tables/diagrams as needed
• •The ability to prepare and deliver presentations as needed
• •Demonstration of a professional image through dress, demeanor, and communication
• •The ability to work holiday, weekend, and/or evening hours
• •The ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods while working at a computer
• •The ability to frequently use a computer, keyboard, mouse, and other standard office equipment
• •The ability to perform repetitive hand and wrist movements
• •The ability to communicate effectively in person, by telephone, video conference, and electronic communication
• •The ability to read and interpret printed and electronic documents
• •The ability to exchange accurate information with employees, supervisors, and external partners
• •The ability to occasionally stand, walk, bending, reaching, and lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling materials weighing up to 15 pounds

Desired Qualifications

• •Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)
• •Experience with Workday Payroll and Time Tracking
• •Spanish language skills