Job Information
Dairy Farmers of America Manager, Payroll in Kansas City, Kansas
Job Description
General Purpose
Provide leadership and guidance to the payroll team. Oversee the preparation and disbursement of payroll by the respective scheduled pay dates. Manage day-to-day operations to ensure accurate and seamless payroll processes are compliant with all federal, state, and local statutory regulations. Guide the adaptation of payroll systems to accommodate evolving legal and management mandates for enhanced efficiency and effectiveness.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Oversee the end-to-end payroll processes (e.g., payroll processing, garnishments, bonuses, unemployment, tax compliance across multiple states, and reporting)
Provide guidance to ensure accuracy and timeliness in the calculation and distribution of employee wages, salaries, and other compensation
Stay up to date with and manage the complexities of all federal and state wage taxation, payroll laws and regulations, including tax withholding, wage and hour laws, and state-specific requirements
Act as an escalation point for employee payroll inquiries and resolve issues or discrepancies
Identify opportunities for process enhancements and automation in payroll procedures
Collaborate with the HRIS department to implement necessary system enhancements and integrations
Maintain and safeguard accurate payroll records, ensuring compliance with record-keeping requirements
Conduct periodic audits and analysis of payroll data to identify trends and areas for improvement
Establish and maintain strong internal controls to prevent fraud or errors in payroll processing
Generate and distribute various payroll reports to management and other departments as needed
Prepare and present payroll-related metrics and data for analysis and strategic decision-making
Provide guidance to the payroll team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture. Conduct regular team meetings, set goals, and evaluate team performance
Coordinate with payroll service providers, third-party vendors, and external consultants as needed
The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required
Requirements
Education and Experience
Undergraduate degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related curriculum (or equivalent combination of experience and education)
5-8 years of payroll experience in a multi-state environment or related experience coupled with demonstrated leadership attributes, team leadership, or supervisory experience; 1+ year of management experience preferred
5 years payroll software and systems experience
Certification and/or License – Certified Payroll Professional preferred
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
In-depth knowledge of payroll software and systems
Able to manage payroll for a large company, especially in a multi-state environment including a thorough knowledge of federal and state payroll regulations, tax laws, and wage and hour laws
Able to develop, manage, and lead direct reports
Able to promote a team environment
Excellent attention to detail, organizational, analytical, time management, and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to provide excellent customer service to employees
Able to identify and handle priority and/or sensitive issues with discretion and a commitment to confidentiality
Able to make independent evaluation of a situation, exercise judgement, and execute plan to accomplish goals
Able to respond courteously and efficiently to inquiries, complaints, and requests
Able to work in high volume, fast-paced, and deadline driven environment
Able to handle multiple projects simultaneously
Knowledge of and skill with Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systems
Must be able to read, write and speak English
An Equal Opportunity Employer