Payroll Manager
Chicago, IL, US, 60610
Job Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Payroll Manager to oversee all aspects of payroll processing for our organization. The ideal candidate will ensure timely, accurate, and compliant payroll operations, manage payroll staff, and collaborate with other departments such as HR and Finance to align payroll with organizational goals.
Verano requires applicants to have permanent United States work authorization (U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Create and implement payroll processes and procedures for the enterprise.
- Provide training to Managers and Human Resources representatives on payroll systems and processes.
- Process bi-weekly payroll for all employees across the organization.
- Identify timesheet data, exceptions, and payroll changes.
- Maintains and reviews payroll processing systems to ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll transactions including salaries, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and other deductions.
- Maintain accurate records of payroll documentation and transactions.
- Quickly and accurately resolve payroll related issues/discrepancies.
- Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws and best practices.
- Respond to payroll-related inquiries and resolve concerns.
- Prepare periodic payroll reports for review by leadership.
- Maintain strict confidentiality.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
- 4+ year(s) of payroll experience.
- 3+ year (s) of management experience.
- SAP/Employee Central Payroll Software experience.
- Working knowledge of basic accounting principles and payroll practices required.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
- Excellent verbal and written communication.
- Confidentiality is a must.
- Able to demonstrate strong organizational and time management skills.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States.
- Must be 21 years of age or older.
- Must be willing to undergo a background check.
Nearest Major Market: Chicago