Payroll Manager at Wunderman Thompson

Responsibilities:

• Providing guidance and support to finance department to ensure payroll functions are performed accurately and efficiently.
• Accurately post payroll information into the financial reporting system monthly
• Coordinate and supervise the full payroll cycle, including data input, processing payroll, calculating, and recording deductions.
• Collaborate with HR and Finance departments to maintain accurate employee data, ensuring all changes related to pay, benefits, tax withholdings, and deductions are updated in a timely manner.
• Monitor and comply with all local payroll tax regulations and reporting requirements, including filing appropriate tax forms, and making timely tax payments.
• Stay up to date with changes in payroll laws and regulations, assessing their impact on the company's payroll practices and implementing necessary adjustments to ensure compliance.
• Prepare and maintain accurate payroll records, reports, and documentation for auditing and legal purposes.
• Handle inquiries and resolve issues related to payroll from employees, management, and external stakeholders, providing excellent customer service.
• Collaborate with the IT department to optimize payroll software and systems, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in payroll processing.
• Conduct regular payroll audits to identify and rectify discrepancies or errors, ensuring high data integrity and accuracy.
• Develop and implement internal controls related to payroll, in order to maintain confidentiality and prevent fraud or unauthorized access to sensitive payroll information.
• Ensure all payroll information and records are maintained in accordance with statutory requirements and support internal and external audits related as such.
• Review and abide by WPP policies and procedures.
• Oversee and on-going maintenance of ESS and leave management and data integrity of sage 300.
• Efficient and accurate payroll Implementations of company mergers on the payroll system
• Run the dummy runs for HR and CFO Approval

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Proven experience (3 years) in payroll management or a similar role, preferably in a medium to large-sized organization.
• Thorough knowledge of local payroll laws and regulations.
• Proficiency in using payroll software/systems SAGE/SAGE 300 and Microsoft Office Suite Excel. 
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to handle and interpret large sets of data accurately.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet strict deadlines.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and general ledger reconciliation.
• Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to explain complex payroll concepts to diverse stakeholders.
• Strong leadership qualities, with the ability to mentor and develop a payroll officer.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality when handling sensitive payroll information