Overview:
Responsibilities:

• Manage full-cycle payroll processing and assist with exempt and non-exempt payroll transactions on a periodic basis.
• Assist with internal/external payroll audits and compliance reporting including 401(k) and Workers Compensation
• Strong multi-state tax and payroll compliance experience
• Reconcile and validate payroll data prior to Ceridian’s transmissions.
• Audits payroll information for accuracy and reconciles payroll deposits and wage garnishments.
• Ensure all off-cycle, special payroll runs, bonuses, and incentives are processed.
• Works closely with Human Resources to ensure a seamless employee experience.
• Perform periodic audits of employee salaries, deductions, and taxes.
• Liaison to Accounting and Finance on all payroll related matters.
• Make recommendations and implement approved internal process changes as required.
• Manage wage, tax adjustments and W2 corrections.
• Prepare and maintain payroll procedure manual.
• Investigates lost and misplaced payroll checks; coordinates stop payment activities with the finance department.
• Ensures all tax filings including W2 distribution are completed accurately and within mandated timelines.
• Remains current on new legislation and regulatory ruling impacting payroll. Enforce adherence to requirements and advise management on required actions.
• Ensure child support, wage garnishment, and other payroll related court orders are processed as needed.
• Assists with developing and implementing payroll-related policies and procedures and participating in continuous improvement measures within Payroll.
• Participate in special projects and perform other duties and assignments as needed.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of payroll management experience
• Bachelor’s Degree/Associates degree or professional certification (e.g., CPP) in payroll or related field a plus
• Ability to work well within a team environment
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Travel may be required, based on business needs.
• Adhere to regular in-office presence, including to engage in in-person team interaction, meetings and collaboration. Job duties may be performed effectively using the hybrid work program designated by the company.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor as the company retains the right to change duties to this position.
• Must have authorization to work in the United States.

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Requirements & EEO Statement: SPARC Group LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We value a culture of inclusion and diversity within our workforce, and are committed to maintaining a workplace free from prohibited employment conduct, including discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, domestic partner status, civil partnership, status as a covered veteran, status in the Uniformed Services of the United States, citizenship and any other characteristic protected by law. We are also committed to the full inclusion of qualified individuals in the job application and interview process. Employees are expected to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), and applicable state disability laws, it is the policy of SPARC to provide a reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. If a reasonable accommodation is required to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our Human Resources department.