Payroll Manager

Detroit Wayne Mental Health Authority•Detroit, MI

3d•Remote

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Associate Vice President of Finance, the DWIHN Payroll Manager will oversee and supervise the DWIHN payroll functions, ensuring pay is processed on time, accurately and in compliance with Federal, State and Local regulations.

Requirements

Extensive knowledge of the payroll function including preparation, balancing, internal control, and payroll taxes.
Knowledge of payroll laws and tax obligations.
Knowledge of Federal, State and local laws as they relate to employment practices.
Knowledge of human resource practices and principles.
Knowledge of finance practices and principles.
Knowledge of DWIHN policies, procedures, and practices.
Ability to multi-task.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Proficient with payroll software.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
Ability to communicate orally.
Ability to communicate in writing.
Ability to work effectively with others.
Ability to work with an ethnically, linguistically, culturally, economically. and socially diverse population.
A Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized college or university in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field.
Five (5) years of full-time paid professional experience performing payroll functions for an organization of at least 250+ employees.
Experience with payroll software (ADP preferred).
A valid State of Michigan Driver’s License with a safe and acceptable driving record.

Nice To Haves

Experience with payroll software (ADP preferred).

Responsibilities

Hires and trains Payroll Specialist(s).
Oversees the daily workflow of the payroll team.
Monitors payroll team performance, providing constructive and timely performance evaluations.
Coordinates with Human Resources and Finance to verify employee data and accounts.
Implements, maintains, and reviews payroll processing systems to ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll transactions including salaries, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and other deductions.
Analyzes various documents for accuracy, including payroll previews, quarterly tax reports and W-2’s.
Documents and maintain payroll processing standard operating procedures.
Assists employees with payroll issues, answering questions and solving problems.
Prepares reports by compiling summaries of earnings, taxes, deductions, leave, disability, and nontaxable wages.
Resolves payroll discrepancies.
Reviews and reconciles timecards to ensure the information is accurate and consistent with actual hours worked.
Maintains detailed records and documentation for auditing.
Compiles internal reports from the payroll system software.
Identifies and recommends updates to the payroll system software, workflows and procedures.
Ensures accurate and timely processing of payroll updates including new hires, terminations, departmental transfers, promotions, and changes in pay rates.
Ensures compliance with Federal, State, and Local payroll, wage, and hour laws.
Performs related duties as assigned.