Superior Group of Companies · 3 months ago
Payroll Manager--St. Petersburg, FL
St. Petersburg, FL, US
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
7+ years expSuperior Group of Companies (SGC) is a long-established company that designs and markets uniform programs and promotional products. The Payroll Manager will oversee payroll processing for multiple entities, ensuring compliance and accuracy while collaborating with various departments for timely reporting and audit readiness.
Consumer GoodsFashionRetailSalesService IndustryTextiles
Responsibilities
Manage weekly, biweekly, and monthly payrolls for 12 entities and 5 EINs (including Canada)
Ensure accuracy across all pay groups, deductions, garnishments, and tax jurisdictions
Collaborate with the internal Tax Department for new state setup, tax filings, and compliance, while maintaining deep knowledge of payroll tax processes
Serve as the escalation point for payroll inquiries and ensure timely resolution in partnership with HR Business Partners
Support payroll accounting entries related to stock options, 409A bonuses, dividend payments, and W-2 wage reconciliation
Manage and optimize ADP Workforce Now payroll processes and custom reporting
Create and maintain advanced reports for Accounting, Finance, and Tax, ensuring accuracy and consistency across all data outputs
Improve existing reporting tools and automate standard reports for recurring analysis
Maintain organized payroll files and documentation to meet SOX control standards and audit requirements
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws across all entities
Audit W-2s and T4s to ensure data integrity and accuracy before year-end distribution
Partner with ADP for tax filings, audits, and corrections (e.g., retroactive SSN or wage adjustments)
Manage year-end reconciliations and documentation for SOX, tax, and audit purposes
Ensure payroll documentation and approvals are stored and signed in accordance with internal control procedures
Collaborate with Finance and Accounting on payroll-related journal entries, accruals, and general ledger mapping
Assist in monthly reconciliations and ensure proper coding of payroll-related transactions
Coordinate with Finance for special calculations related to bonuses, dividends, and stock options
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required (Accounting strongly preferred)
7+ years of payroll experience, including multi-entity and multi-state payrolls; experience supporting 750–1,000+ employees preferred
Strong understanding of payroll tax processes, including multi-state compliance and tax setup
Advanced proficiency in ADP Workforce Now, report creation, and data analytics (custom reporting required)
Solid accounting foundation with experience in reconciliations, GL tie-outs, and payroll journal entries
Working knowledge of SOX controls, audit readiness, and documentation best practices
Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Preferred
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) preferred
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401(k) with company match
Life insurance
Disability
Paid maternity/paternity leave
FSA
And more
Company
Superior Group of Companies
We are brand builders.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Michael Benstock
CEO and Chairman of the Board
Michael Koempel
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2026-01-06
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