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Knighted · 3 days ago

Payroll Manager

Dallas, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Knighted Ventures is a leader in gaming and entertainment, built on 30 years of experience and a people-first mindset. They are seeking a Payroll Manager to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant payroll operations across multiple states, while partnering closely with HR and Accounting.

CasinoGamingMedia and Entertainment

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Prepare and process accurate bi-weekly and off-cycle payrolls for several entities

Collect and meticulously verify all necessary documentation, including timesheets, attendance records, and new hire information

Calculate and ensure the accurate distribution of wages, overtime, bonuses, tips, and deductions

Process and manage various employee garnishments, including child support, tax levies, and other court-ordered wage assignments

Maintain precise and up-to-date records of all leave accruals for both salaried and hourly employees

Perform tip reporting reconciliation against payroll records to guarantee accuracy

Ensure all data within the payroll system is accurate, current, and consistent

Maintain strict compliance with all federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws and best practices

Assist with the preparation of year-end reporting, including W-2s and 1099s

Handle all confidential and sensitive employee and payroll information with the highest level of discretion

Maintain and generate a variety of payroll reports for distribution and analysis by HR and Accounting, as well as for ad hoc requests

Qualification

UKG payroll systemPayroll tax compliancePayroll software proficiencyMicrosoft ExcelOrganizational skillsAttention to detailCommunication skills

Required

Associate or bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field or relevant experience

5+ years' experience in payroll administration or a similar role

Advanced knowledge of the UKG payroll system and a strong understanding of other payroll software platforms (e.g., ADP, SAP, Workday, etc.)

Demonstrated strong expertise in payroll tax setups, filings, and compliance at the federal, state, and local levels

Proficiency in payroll software and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel