Payroll Manager overseeing payroll processing and compliance for Learfield, the leading media and technology company in college athletics. Managing audits, reporting, and team collaboration while ensuring regulatory alignment.
Responsibilities
Manage end-to-end semi-monthly and off-cycle payroll processing for hourly and salaried employees using Workday Payroll.
Review and approve all payroll inputs (terminations, transfers, compensation changes and deductions).
Oversee accuracy of timekeeping data, ensuring compliance with FLSA and state wage/hour laws.
Partner with HR, Finance and Accounting to ensure payroll journal entries, GL reporting, and funding align with corporate timelines.
Oversee federal, state, and local tax filings, amendments, and reconciliations through ADP SmartCompliance.
Ensure compliance with multi-state payroll regulations, garnishments, and tax jurisdiction setups.
Stay current on payroll legislation and regulatory changes; implement required updates in Workday and ADP systems.
Support year-end tax processes, including W-2, 941, and 940 reconciliations.
Serve as Payroll functional lead for Workday Payroll configuration, testing, and release management.
Manage integrations and data flow between Workday and ADP SmartCompliance, escalating and resolving issues as needed.
Maintain confidentiality and data security standards for all payroll-related information.
Collaborate with HRIS and Finance to enhance automation, accuracy, and reporting.
Prepare and reconcile payroll reports, audit trails, and work with Accounting and ADP on funding files.
Partner with internal and external auditors to support quarterly and annual reviews/audits.
Supervise, train, and develop the Payroll Specialist, ensuring accurate processing and professional growth.
Requirements
5+ years of payroll processing experience, with at least 3 years in management or lead role.
Strong working knowledge of Workday Payroll and ADP SmartCompliance.
Experience managing multi-state payroll and complex tax compliance.
Strong analytical and reconciliation skills; proficiency in Excel and payroll reporting.
In-depth knowledge of payroll processes, labor laws, taxation and statutory compliance.
Experience in handling payroll audits, and tax compliance related issues.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Health Savings Account
Life Insurance and Other Insurance Plans
Flexible Paid Time Off (minimum 10+ days annually)
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