Senior Coordinator, Payroll Control - Chicago Transit Authority : Job Details

Description POSITION SUMMARYUnder general direction, oversees and coordinates complex payroll operations to ensure accurate processing, compliance with regulatory requirements, and alignment with Authority policies and union agreements. Provides advanced technical expertise, supervises payroll control staff, and serves as a liaison between Payroll and internal departments to resolve high-level issues. Supports strategic payroll initiatives, system enhancements, and continuous improvement efforts. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Leads bi-weekly payroll processing using Oracle ERP system. Ensures the integrity and accuracy of payroll data and calculations. Applies established rules, union agreements, and regulatory guidelines governing compensation and deductions. Approves special payroll runs and high-level pay adjustments. Oversees and coordinates payroll control functions. Directs work of payroll staff to ensure the timely and accurate execution of processes including time capture, deduction management, and retroactive adjustments. Reviews audit trails and reconciles discrepancies. Evaluates and improves payroll system processes. Identifies system enhancement needs, tests system changes, and collaborates with IT and HR to implement updates. Develops and refines standard operating procedures. Monitors compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements. Recommends and implements controls to mitigate risk. Ensures payroll procedures adhere to FLSA, IRS, and state guidelines. Develops and reviews payroll reports and analytics. Creates custom reports, monitors seeded and ad hoc reporting and presents findings to management. Ensures accuracy of payroll master data in Oracle. Resolves complex payroll issues. Serves as escalation point for high-level inquiries involving deductions, union dues, garnishments, and other sensitive payroll matters. Provides expert-level troubleshooting and resolution. Provides training, guidance, and supervision to payroll staff. Oversees day-to-day activities of Coordinators and Analysts. Provides coaching, performance feedback, and technical support. Performs related duties as assigned. MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES Reporting to this position are the following jobs:Job Title* Coordinator, Payroll Control* Payroll Analyst* Payroll Processing Clerk CHALLENGES* Verifying manual payroll data within a limited timeframe.* Keeping abreast of Fair Labor Standards Act, union contract agreements and Workers' Compensation regulations.* Keeping abreast of changes in local, state, and federal laws and changes in policy as they pertain to the payroll function. Qualifications EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS