Experienced payroll professional responsible for the preparation, documentation, and disbursement of all payroll checks and related deductions and for keeping accurate payroll records according to company policy. Manages additional projects.  Provides guidance to Payroll Coordinators; Leads payroll department in absence of the Payroll Manager.

We offer a great benefit package including healthcare; medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, 401k with match, PTO, paid holidays, bonus incentive and more!

• Provides guidance to teammates and trains Payroll Coordinators
• Payroll Lead; Manages Payroll Coordinators in absence of Payroll Manager
• Develops BI Reports in UKG/UltiPro
• Manages 8027 Annual Tip Filings
• Manages FL Reemployment Tax Filings
• Responsible for UEZ reports
• Maintain communication between HR and Payroll
• Manages and assists with various Payroll Projects, including analysis and testing
• Keeps up-to-date on legislative and system changes
• Ensures compliance with all local, state, and federal income tax laws and ensures proper disbursements are made to agencies
• Reviews and oversees restaurant managers’ monthly reconciliation
• Manages and oversees multiple entities payroll submissions
• Processes weekly/biweekly payrolls.
• Ensures timely and accurate W-2s; Involved with year-end process and adjustments
• Responsible for completing all payroll related reports, paperwork, and documents accurately and in a timely manner.
• Resolves discrepancies in hours worked and hours paid and communicates issues appropriately
• Ensures the accurate collection and entry of data.
• Supports field management in resolving payroll issues
• Participates in special projects and compiles a variety of special reports, as assigned.

• Assoicate degree in related field
• Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance
• 1-3 years hands on payroll experience
• Knowledge of payroll tax laws, regulations, and reporting requirements.
• Strong understanding of payroll software and related computer applications.
• Experience with multiple state (NY, NJ, CT, and PA) payroll processing.
• Advanced math skills; ability to calculate figures, amounts, and percentages, and apply concepts of mathematics relating to financial calculations
• Ability to manage people effectively
• Must have initiative and ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Ability to maintain highly confidential information
• Strong interpersonal skills to interface with all disciplines and levels
• Resourceful with exceptional problem solving and decision-making skills, ability to troubleshoot with keen attention to detail
• Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment with multiple competing demands with a strong sense of urgency