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Summary:
The Payroll Manager ensures accurate, timely, and compliant payroll operations in accordance with company policies outlined in the personnel manual. This role oversees all payroll functions, including payroll processing, tax reporting, administration of voluntary and involuntary deductions (such as garnishments and levies), procedure updates, and preparation of management reports. The Payroll Manager independently manages the full payroll lifecycle.
Essential Duties and Functions: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Process bi-weekly payroll for large, diverse employee populations.
- Administer multiple payroll disbursements, including deferred compensation and other payroll-related contributions.
- Maintain and manage 401(k), employee headcount, HSA (benefits), and other accounting-related spreadsheets; provide requested reporting to the Brown & Brown corporate office.
- Ensure accuracy within the timekeeping system by updating employee earnings, hours worked, and other payroll data as needed.
- Review payroll and timekeeping data to confirm compliance with company policies outlined in the employee handbook.
- Partner with Human Resources, Finance, and other departments to support efficient payroll operations and alignment with broader business processes.
- Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, paychecks, and deductions in a timely and professional manner.
- Verify tax withholdings and monitor payroll tax payments; assist the corporate office with establishing and closing payroll tax withholding accounts as required.
- Safeguard sensitive and confidential information with the highest degree of discretion and integrity.
Competencies:
- Planning/organizing—the individual prioritizes and plans work activities and uses time efficiently.
- Interpersonal skills—the individual maintains confidentiality, remains open to others' ideas and exhibits willingness to try new things.
- Oral communication—the individual speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations and demonstrates group presentation skills.
- Written communication—the individual edits work for spelling and grammar, presents numerical data effectively and is able to read and interpret written information.
- Problem solving—the individual identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and analyzes information skillfully and maintains confidentiality.
- Quality control—the individual demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and monitors own work to ensure quality.
- Adaptability—the individual adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.
- Safety and security—the individual observes safety and security procedures and uses equipment and materials properly.
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, or equivalent education/experience.
- 3-5 years of payroll experience.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and electronic payroll systems.
- Strong commitment to confidentiality.
- Analytical, methodical, and process-driven mindset.
- Commitment to continuous personal development.
- Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
Preferred:
- Experience with Workday.
- Knowledge of employment laws and payroll regulations.
Physical Requirements Necessary on a Regular Basis:
- Manual dexterity, arm and upper body range of motion sufficient for use of a keyboard, mouse and telephone 7-8 hours per day
- Speech and hearing sufficient for in-person and telephone communication 7-8 hours per day
- Vision sufficient for use of a computer monitor.
- Sedentary position. Ability to sit at a desk 7-8 hours per day.
- Workers are not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
- Lifting and/or carrying (<10 lbs.)
- Manipulate small and/or large bulky objects
- Standing, reaching, kneeling, stooping, bending, pushing and pulling may be required.
Pay Ranges:
Any posted pay range considers a wide range of compensation factors, including skills, experience, work location and more. We offer competitive pay while still allowing for compensation growth within the position and company.
EEO Statement:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Proctor Loan Protector provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants including Veterans and those with disabilities.
Teammate Benefits & Total Well-Being
We go beyond standard benefits, focusing on the total well-being of our teammates, including:
- Health Benefits: Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
- Financial Benefits: ESPP; 401k; Student Loan Assistance; Tuition Reimbursement
- Mental Health & Wellness: Free Mental Health & Enhanced Advocacy Services
- Beyond Benefits: Paid Time Off, Holidays, Preferred Partner Discounts and more.
Not reflective of all benefits. Enrollment waiting periods or eligibility criteria may apply to certain benefits. Benefit details and offerings may vary for subsidiary entities or in specific geographic locations.
The Power To Be Yourself
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment comprised of people from all backgrounds, with a variety of experiences and perspectives, guided by our Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (DIB) motto, “The Power to Be Yourself”.