Payroll Manager
About Stronghouse
Strong on the Inside & Out. We know nothing's more valuable than what takes place on the inside of a home, the family moments that strengthen bonds. The lived experiences that shape communities. We believe our customers’ attention should be on nurturing and enjoying their interests and their families, not on roofs, siding, or windows. Our job is to make sure that it never changes.
Role Description and Expectations
We’re looking for a dynamic Payroll Manager to oversee and manage the payroll process for our suite of unique brands and corporate operations. In this role, you'll ensure accurate and timely payroll processing, partner with brand HR teams to verify timekeeping, and resolve discrepancies. You'll also drive innovation by identifying and implementing process improvements, automating workflows, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. From setting up new state jurisdictions to leading quarterly and year-end payroll activities, you'll directly impact our growing organization. You'll collaborate with finance on payroll reconciliations and benefit expenses, manage onboarding, and handle workers' compensation audits. This full-time role is based in our Oakbrook, IL office. Join us and lead payroll excellence!
- Manage and oversee the payroll process for multiple brand entities and corporate, ensuring accurate and timely processing in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and company policies.
- Coordinate with the brand HR representatives, verify timekeeping records, and resolve discrepancies.
- Proactively identify areas for process improvement within payroll operations and implement solutions to automate and streamline processes, making them scalable and efficient while maintaining strong quality controls.
- Set up new state jurisdictions in the US.
- Lead the quarterly and year-end payroll activities.
- Validation and control over the payroll data set in ADP.
- In coordination with the payroll provider, ADP, ensure timely filings with government agencies.
- Develop and maintain standard operating procedures, including controls for new employee hires and compensation changes.
- Assist GL accountant with payroll reconciliations and benefits expenses.
- In coordination with the brand HR representatives and the VP of HR, manage new employee onboarding, including training, benefits enrollment, 401k, etc.
- Oversee workers’ compensation coding and audits and work with brand HR and finance representatives to supply data and assist with discrepancies.
Qualifications
- 7+ years of proven experience as a Payroll Manager or similar role
- Strong understanding of payroll processes, tax regulations, and compliance
- Previous experience with Worker’s compensation and garnishments
- Proficiency in MS Excel and payroll software’s (ADP preferred)
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Effective communication and problem-solving abilities
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or relevant field
- Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation is a plus
- Previous experience in leading M&A payroll integration activities is a plus
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