The Field Payroll Supervisor is a people manager role that is responsible for overseeing the processing of payrolls and time records accurately for assigned payrolls and collaborating with other teams to resolve payroll-related issues. The Payroll Supervisor coordinates payroll activities, monitors workflow, leads a team, makes assignments, and ensure compliance. It requires the subject expertise and/or knowledge of assigned Field Payroll areas as well as the laws and regulations to discern issues and interpret department policy.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
- Supervise a small or medium team that is responsible for complex multi-state/union activities for assigned payrolls.
- Responsible for monitoring workloads within the assigned and prioritizing team assignments.
- Assist in training subordinates to make sure they are meeting the needs of the business as well as performance reviews of direct reports and/or necessary performance issue resolutions within the team.
- Will act as a knowledgeable resource and/or mentor to other Payroll staff as well as other business responsible for Payroll functions directly or indirectly.
- Will be the decision-making authority in assessing risk and deciding upon regional within policy exceptions guidelines as necessary
- Process, audit, analyze and review timekeeping, payroll, and benefit setups and deductions.
- Audit time records from various locations, make needed adjustments, and ensure compliance.
- Resolve open items and identify any needed enhancements or changes to departmental procedures.
- Ensure third-party garnishments are in accordance with federal and state laws.
- Review per diems to determine their taxability and setup correctly on payroll.
- Review employees’ pay rates for compliance with union contracts and labor laws.
- Resolve escalated employee issues within standard guidelines of the collective bargaining agreement-related questions.
- Collaborate with HR on leave of absence and work location transfers.
- Keep up with current payroll regulations and tax law changes and recommend updates accordingly.
- Ensure employees tax records are setup and make necessary adjustments as needed.
- Work with internal or external IT to fix issues, identify enhancements, and monitor progress.
- Participate in testing Payroll application’s new or updated functionalities.
- Respond to employee questions or issues regarding paychecks or W-2s.
- Be able to back up other members of the team when necessary.
- Keep accurate control and distribution of payroll-related reports and payments.
- Help with the costing to GL transfer processes and assist with related month-end closing activities.
- Assists auditors with required payroll information
- The duties and responsibilities are to describe the general nature and scope of work this position performs. This is not a complete listing; other duties will be assigned based on the position’s role within the business unit.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:
- Payroll multi-state tax knowledge required.
- Computer skills required including proficient in using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.)
- Prefer experience with Fusion Oracle and Workday.
- Prefer union experience within the construction industry.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks, changing priorities, as necessary.
- Ability to work under time pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude.
- Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees, both management and staff alike, vendors, clients, and others
- Requires the highest level of professionalism and confidentiality in protecting highly sensitive personal pay data
- Effective oral and written communication skills required for the position. This role requires a professional demeanor, the ability to de‑escalate internal issues, and provide customer specific resolutions that are easily understood by the business.
- Research and analytical skills.
- Self‑motivated, proactive, and an effective team player
WHAT YOU BRING TO US:
- Associate degree or higher in finance, human resources, accounting, or related discipline.
- Minimum seven years of work experience in payroll, preferably with a union employer.
- Payroll, finance, and payroll tax related training a plus, either formal classes or seminars.
- Can be a combination of education, training, and relevant experience.