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Blank Rome LLP · 1 day ago

Payroll Manager

United States

Full-time

Remote

Mid, Senior Level

$120K/yr - $140K/yr

5+ years exp

Blank Rome is an Am Law 100 firm providing legal and advocacy services. The Payroll Manager oversees all payroll operations, ensuring accurate processing and compliance while supervising the Payroll Specialist.

ConsultingLaw EnforcementLegalProfessional Services

Hiring Manager

Ashley Grace Velazquez

Responsibilities

Oversee and ensure accurate payroll processing for all partners and employees, including but not limited to draws, salaries, overtime, bonuses, and special payments

Manage, train and mentor Payroll Specialist to ensure efficient and accurate workflow

Process new hires, terminations, and benefits according to state laws and requirements

Administer on-demand payments as needed

Process monthly new hire reporting

Process garnishments, child support, and levies as required by law

Review and balance tax filing information for each period. Responsible for all quarterly and annual federal, state, and local tax reporting

Prepare semi-monthly and monthly reports

Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, local payroll, wage and hour laws and regulations, as well as established company policies, and advise on legislative changes

Set up new state and/or state unemployment and local tax accounts when required

Document all payroll transactions and keep records secure for audit and reporting needs

Review retirement plan contribution changes and deferrals and process the RSP semi-monthly and monthly funding

Respond to inquiries related to payroll inquiries, in a timely and professional manner

Manage the annual year-end W-2 reconciliation process, ensuring complete accuracy and timeliness

Facilitate workers compensation annual audits by providing records and documentation as requested

Complete all employment verifications for all employees

Manage payroll software and systems, resolve technical issues, and collaborate with the Director of Human Resources to implement updates and enhancements

Ensure service delivery quality for all processes and procedures, keeping third parties accountable if necessary

Works closely with finance and ensures accurate integration to GL

Identify and implement opportunities to improve payroll processes by incorporating best practices to enhance efficiency and accuracy, while also assisting in the development and execution of personnel policies and procedures

Create and manage the payroll budget

Conduct new manager Workday training related to time and attendance

Provide troubleshooting and support for payroll and time tracking system users

Respond to inquiries related to payroll inquiries, in a timely and professional manner

Perform other responsibilities as assigned

Work additional hours as needed to fulfill job requirements

Qualification

Payroll processingWorkday HRISCPP certificationFederalState lawsADP tax filingMicrosoft SuiteCommunication skillsOrganizational skills

Required

5+ years of experience in payroll processing, supervisory experience preferred

Workday HRIS and Payroll processing experience is required

Knowledge of federal and state wage payment and tax laws

Client service oriented and able to effectively interface with and respond to attorneys at levels, finance, business professionals and outside vendors

Strong communication skills (verbal and written) with the ability to develop positive working relationships (in-person and virtually)

Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy

Accurate, precise, and follows up regularly and appropriately

Excellent organizational skills, ability to prioritize workload, and multitask accordingly

Comfortable and competent with sensitive and confidential information

Ability to manage multiple tasks with effective organizational skills

Proven problem solving, critical thinking, and decision-making skills

Unquestioned integrity and professionalism

Proficient in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)

Proficient in web-based conference call/web-sharing applications

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in finance/accounting or related field preferred

CPP certification is preferred

ADP tax filing experience is a plus

Experience in a legal environment or professional services preferred

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life, accident, and disability insurance plans

401(k) retirement benefits

Commuter benefits

Well-being programs

Company

Blank Rome LLP

Blank Rome is an Am Law 100 firm with 16 offices and 800 attorneys and principals who provide comprehensive legal and advocacy services to clients operating in the United States and around the world.

Founded in 1936

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA

1001-5000 employees