ManagerPayrollOperations

****POSITION SUMMARY:**** The Manager, Payroll Operations is responsible for the Company’s payroll processes and services. This role develops and monitors all tasks necessary to accomplish the organization’s payroll processing objectives, which includes the management of relationships with internal and external auditors. The Manager, Payroll Operations leads business improvements of systems used internally in support of pay processes and union due & health/welfare/pension administration. This role also assists with the development and execution of payroll strategies related to procedural efficiency and system improvements, which include recommendations to the Director, Payroll. ****PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES:**** * Manages all aspects of payroll processing which includes the First Contact Team and Union Processing Team to ensure operations occur on-time and accurately. * Ensures payroll is processed in accordance with established policies and procedures while meeting all compliance requirements. * Develops robust payroll audits to ensure accurate processing. * Oversees inbound and outbound payroll data by working closely with HR Systems Integration and Kronos Time Keeping Teams. * Responsible for team talent acquisition, alignment, coaching, performance management, and development. * Leads and supports Workday payroll process improvement projects. * Drives change using metrics and KPI’s to optimize payroll operations, increase productivity, and reduce process waste. * Performs SOX controls monthly, quarterly and annually. * Completes root cause analysis of issues and organizes action plans, including building communications. * Collaborates with the broader Accounting, Finance, Tax, HR and Legal teams to provide support, communication, and accurate information as required or requested. * Performs other job-related duties as assigned or apparent. ****PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:**** * PPM, Six Sigma, or payroll certifications * 5 years performing as a payroll function le