Payroll Manager:

Overview: The Payroll Manager assists with the daily employee payroll process, guaranteeing that all payroll functions are completed with accuracy and within deadlines. Candidates should have substantial multi-state payroll experience and be skilled in training and using payroll software and systems. This role also manages a team of Payroll Specialists and leads, serving as the go-to person for payroll questions and supporting the Director of Payroll with additional tasks as required.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Supervise weekly payroll activities to ensure that payments to employees are processed correctly and on schedule.
• Serve as the point of contact for a team of Payroll Specialists and Payroll Specialist leads, assisting with payroll-related inquiries.
• Review payroll submissions from the team to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain payroll records and generate reports for audits, management, and tax filing.
• Train new Payroll Specialists that join our growing team.
• Work directly with field Managers to problem solve payroll issues.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Payroll.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in any business administrative or HR-related field.
• Minimum of three years of payroll experience required. Two years of supervisory experience is highly preferred.
• Proven experience and knowledge of payroll systems and processes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (V-Lookup and Pivot tables).
• High ethical standards, including integrity and confidentiality.
• Forward thinker and problem solver.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Team player.

ESS Advantages:

• Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, life insurance).
• PTO (sick, vacation, holidays, mental health).
• 401(k).