Payroll Manager

Company: Sandia Resort Casino
Location: Albuquerque
Posted on: September 23, 2022

Job Description:

PAYROLL MANAGER

Description:

Position Summary

Lead, direct, and supervise payroll process. Maintain payroll management information systems. Help research and produce accurate and efficient SOPs. Responsible for responding efficiently to internal and external inquiries and will demonstrate ability to inform and train others on payroll-related policies and systems.

Supervision Exercised

Supervised by the Financial Accounting Controller.

Supervise and lead the work of the Sr. Payroll Clerk and Payroll Clerks.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Assists in establishing Payroll Accounting processes and procedures.
Monitors and maintains Payroll management information systems, both manual and computerized.
Ensures accurate, efficient, and timely payroll processed bi-weekly for 2000 employees.
Directs payroll disbursement functions, including direct deposits.
Researches, analyzes, and maintains time and attendance systems.
Analyzes and reconciles general ledger payroll journals.
Compiles and prepares employer payroll tax forms.
Communicates with department Managers to provide proper training and information on payroll systems.
Coordinates with Human Resource department in order to resolve employee concerns and issues.
Ensures timely and accurate employer tax deposits.
Prepares and maintains 401k reports for payment.
Ensures compliance of casino, Federal, State, and Tribal reporting requirements.
Evaluates subordinates and completes performance appraisals in a timely manner.
Performs additional related duties as assigned and necessary.

Secondary Duties and Responsibilities

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Excellent computer skills, especially in spreadsheets and payroll software.
Thorough knowledge of payroll accounting principles, procedures, and standards.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to supervise and coordinate sensitive work under strict deadlines.
Ability to be flexible and move from one task to another easily and quickly.
Ability to exhibit strong initiative and motivational commitment to the organization.
Ability to use sound and efficient judgment in handling documents.
Ability to use discretion in working with sensitive and confidential records.
Knowledge of Kronos time reporting systems.
Knowledge of Cognos Impromptu report processing capabilities.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications, Education and Experience

Required:

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field and four (4) years' experience in payroll processing and reconciliation including two (2) years supervisory experience. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling eight (8) years may substitute for the required education and experience.
Must be at least 21 years of age.

Licensing Status

Must be able to obtain and maintain the required Gaming License.
Will require a post-offer, pre-employment and random drug screening.

Working Conditions

Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
No or very limited exposure to physical risk.
Work hours subject to change with overtime or odd work occasionally required.
Duties may involve walking, standing or sitting for long periods of time.
Specific required movements include the following:

High volume data entry
Carry up to 25 lbs

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