Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Payroll Manager to lead and oversee payroll operations within our organization! This role is crucial to ensuring the accurate and timely processing of employee compensation while maintaining compliance with all applicable regulations.The Payroll Manager is responsible for overseeing all activities related to the recording of work hours, processing of time records, and compilation of payroll data. This role involves managing staff engagement, maintaining payroll records, calculating payrolls and quarterly taxes, and ensuring the timely and accurate distribution of pay and deductions. 

Who we are

At SMS group, our people are our greatest asset. We offer an entrepreneurial environment that promotes a culture of innovation, growth, and inclusion. We offer company events, activities, and opportunities to participate in charitable initiatives that benefit the communities where we are located. We value our employees and foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and growth. Join our team and contribute to a workplace that prioritizes excellence and employee satisfaction.

www.sms-group.us  

What you’ll do

• Manages all activities and staff engagement in the recording of hours of work, processing time records, compiling payroll data, maintaining payroll records, calculating payrolls and quarterly taxes, ensuring the timely and accurate distribution of pay and deductions
• Ensures and verifies that all timesheets have been received and that payroll system entries are accurate and complete, and within established time constraints
• Ensures that employment status changes for employees are made accurately and timely in areas such as terminations, wage adjustments, occupational classification changes, employee demographics, etc
• Ensures and verifies that payroll deductions are properly established and withheld in the payroll system for wage garnishments, personal payroll deductions, union dues and other miscellaneous items
• Ensures that direct deposit information is verified and recorded in the employee's file maintenance
• Ensures that direct deposit is transmitted after payroll has been posted and verified
• Ensures that all necessary payroll related forms and reports are prepared and provided to the various agencies and customers as required, to include all federal, state, and local tax forms, Department of Labor reports, union reports, new hire reporting, Certified Payroll, and other information as needed
• Ensures that all tax deposits and payroll related deductions are remitted timely and accurately
• Ensures that employee vacation and holiday eligibility is tracked, allocated and applied in accordance with applicable Company policies and procedures
• Ensures that the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Affordable Care Act (ACA), and COBRA are administered properly and in accordance with applicable laws and regulations
• Oversees unemployment compensation processing, including submitting responses to claims, submitting appeals, and participating in fact-finding or appeals meetings with state agencies
• Ensures that the enrollment process as it relates to payroll deductions, recordkeeping and documentation for all health-related benefits, are timely and accurate, and are maintained in accordance with all applicable policies, procedures and laws
• Oversees and administers payment for employee short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance programs coordinating any disability benefits with other leave programs
• Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations with respect to payroll and retirement savings plans
• Participates in payroll and benefits-related audits
• Other duties as assigned

What you’ll need

• Minimum of 5 years in payroll processing for a multi-state and global company, including tax set-up for new jurisdictions
• Proficiency in multiple payroll, HRIS, and financial systems
• Advanced Excel skills 
• Extensive knowledge of the payroll functions including preparation, balancing, internal controls, and payroll taxes for a multi-state organization
• Strong organizational and project management skills and ability to deliver quickly with accuracy
• Outstanding attention to detail and process so as to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and compliance
• Excellent communication and customer service skills

What we offer

• Competitive compensation, medical/dental/vision coverage, paid vacation, paid holiday time, 401k with a company match, training, a tuition reimbursement program and more!

SMS group Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, gender identity or other categories protected by law. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen and physical capacity profile test.