Payroll Specialist

Detroit Lions; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Detroit Lions are seeking a Payroll Specialist to lead end-to-end payroll processing for Ford Field Management & Detroit Lions staff. You will handle staff inquiries, review time systems for accuracy, and ensure timely tax filings while maintaining strict confidentiality.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years payroll experience, Dayforce proficiency, and a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance. This role requires attention to detail, MS Excel skills, and some travel between Ford Field and the

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years payroll experience
• Experience with Dayforce preferred
• FPC preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business
• Strong attention to detail
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel)
• Flexibility to work non-standard hours
• Ability to travel between Ford Field and the Meijer Performance Center
• Valid driver’s license

Responsibilities

• Field all staff payroll requests & inquiries from employees
• Review the time management system for approvals, accuracy and completeness
• Responsible for the review of timely tax filings
• Initiate monitor and record bank impound
• Transmit 401-K deductions to provider and perform per-pay tie outs
• Set up and process garnishment calculations
• Submit payroll deductions to appropriate authorities
• Assist the People Team with updating payroll records to changes in tax status, address, direct deposit, etc.
• Review and reconcile payroll
• Oversee the creation of the payroll calendars
• Responsible for cash flow projections for staff payroll
• Review quarterly tax filings to ensure third party vendor has filed correctly
• Schedule and manage workers comp audit and assist with financial statement and 401k audits
• Work with accounting to reconcile payroll accounts in general ledger on a periodic basis
• Responsible for monitoring pay codes and assist accounting with ledger accounts for staff payroll
• Support Payroll Manager and SVP of Finance for other entities and projects
• Help create and document best practices and procedures checklists for effective and efficient processing controls.
• Maintain employee confidence and protect payroll operations by keeping information confidential
• Complete employment verification requests for players and practice squad players

Skills

Payroll processing

Dayforce experience

MS Excel

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

Tools

Dayforce

Job description

The Payroll Specialist is responsible for assisting and executing end-to-end payroll processing for Ford Field Management & Detroit Lions staff. The role involves working with all departments within the organization, which includes addressing payroll related questions/requests from employees and Managers. This individual should be able to work independently, be well-organized, and maintain a high level of confidentiality.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (including, but not limited to):

• Field all staff payroll requests & inquiries from employees
• Review the time management system for approvals, accuracy and completeness
• Responsible for the review of timely tax filings
• Initiate monitor and record bank impound
• Transmit 401-K deductions to provider and perform per-pay tie outs
• Set up and process garnishment calculations
• Submit payroll deductions to appropriate authorities
• Assist the People Team with updating payroll records to changes in tax status, address, direct deposit, etc.
• Review and reconcile payroll
• Oversee the creation of the payroll calendars
• Responsible for cash flow projections for staff payroll
• Review quarterly tax filings to ensure third party vendor has filed correctly
• Schedule and manage workers comp audit and assist with financial statement and 401k audits
• Work with accounting to reconcile payroll accounts in general ledger on a periodic basis
• Responsible for monitoring pay codes and assist accounting with ledger accounts for staff payroll
• Support Payroll Manager and SVP of Finance for other entities and projects
• Help create and document best practices and procedures checklists for effective and efficient processing controls.
• Maintain employee confidence and protect payroll operations by keeping information confidential
• Complete employment verification requests for players and practice squad players

NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Perform other duties as assigned
• Must be self-motivated and able to work independently or as part of a team
• Will accept other responsibilities and duties required by the supervisor consistent with the objectives and essential functions of this position. Such responsibilities shall be incorporated into the position description if they are ongoing
• Will advise supervisor if actual practice (activity) begins to deviate significantly from specified essential functions

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of 5 years of payroll experience required
• Experience with Dayforce strongly preferred
• Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or equivalent combination of education and work experience required
• Strong working knowledge of payroll practices and procedures
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Proficient in MS Office (including Excel)
• Flexibility to work non-standard hours, including weekends, holidays, and during office
• Ability to travel between Ford Field and the Meijer Performance Center
• A valid driver’s license and a good driving record

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