PLS ยท 3 days ago
Payroll Manager
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$110K/yr - $120K/yr
10+ years expPLS is a leading retail provider of financial services headquartered in Chicago, and they are seeking a Payroll Manager to oversee and manage the company's payroll operations. This role involves ensuring timely and accurate payroll processing while collaborating with internal and external partners to drive efficiency and compliance with regulations.
Consumer ElectronicsLightingManufacturingRetail
Responsibilities
Manage and oversee the full-cycle payroll process for approximately 3,500 employees across multiple states on a weekly and bi-weekly basis
Prepare payroll reports, variance analyses, and audit support documentation
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws, tax regulations, and company policies
Ensure accuracy and completeness of payroll processes by establishing and implementing an auditing and quality control process
Manage payroll tax filings, remittances, and year-end processes
Troubleshoot and resolve payroll and timekeeping system issues promptly
Provide guidance, training, and workflow oversight to the Payroll Team with a focus on exceptional customer service and quality results
Handle complex payroll issues and employee escalations with professionalism and discretion
Lead internal and external payroll audits and respond to inquiries from auditors and regulators
Provide accurate, real-time data to our Operations Leadership Team to enable them to make strategic decisions
Collaborate with Accounting on payroll-related reconciliations, journal entries, and audits
Maintain payroll policies, procedures, documentation, and internal controls
Act as the subject matter expert and stay current on payroll systems, regulations, and labor laws impacting the payroll process
Identify and implement process improvements, system enhancements, and controls to enhance accuracy and efficiency
Monitor changes in regulatory requirements and internal policy changes, and partner cross-functionally to determine if payroll processes need to be updated
Ensure data integrity and confidentiality of payroll information
Additional duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
10+ years of experience in payroll operations across multiple states
5+ years of experience in managing and motivating direct reports and teams
Expertise in payroll and tax regulations at the federal, state, and local levels required
Proficient in Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, etc.)
Ability to streamline payroll processes and drive operational improvements
Ability to develop, improve, document and provide high quality deliverables
Excellent problem-solving skills; strong ability to proactively identify and implement effective solutions
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze payroll data and make data-driven decisions
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and senior leadership
Ability to deal tactfully and discreetly with confidential matters
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration or a related field highly preferred
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or equivalent certification preferred
Experience with UKG (formerly known as UltiPro) and Workforce Management (formerly known as Kronos) preferred
Experience leading payroll and timekeeping system implementations, integrations, and upgrades with strong project management skills
Benefits
Medical/dental/vision
401(k)
Vacation
Opportunities for advancement
Ongoing training
Company
PLS
PLS is a sales & service organization that specializes in providing its customers with excellent product knowledge, lighting and lighting controls assistance, mock-up services, project management, administration, and quotations services.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
James Shield
Chief Technology Officer
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