Payroll Manager
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Description Description If you are passionate about payroll and are interested in joining a growing organization that promotes career growth and where it's fun to come to work every day, The Bloomin' Apple/Heartland Apple may be the place for you. This role, leading all of our payroll functions, is critical to our future success and will require a scrappy mentality, with significant attention to detail and a passion for people. We offer competitive pay and awesome benefits for our team members. We care about our employees; we have fun at work; we celebrate victories, and we learn from our mistakes - together. We re eager to find team members who can work both independently and with their team to support those who serve our patients. The Payroll Manager will oversee and supervise the organization's payroll functions, alongside our payroll processor ensuring pay is processed on time, accurately, and in compliance with government regulations. Your responsibilities will include: Manages the workflow of payroll implementation and operations to ensure optimal efficiency and maintain high standards Manages all payroll functions including establishing and maintaining employee data in payroll system, maintaining accruals for PTO balances, 401K employer match and workers' compensation Ensure policies, procedures and practices are documented and maintained for the payroll team Serve as technical expert for payroll issues through a deep understanding of payroll law, tax regulations and accounting principles Conduct thorough payroll review and resolve discrepancies each pay period to achieve zero error rate Manages filings for federal and state tax filing and payments including social security, Medicare, Unemployment, and Workers Compensation payments Manages unemployment hearings alongside our Attorney Responsible for new entity set-up for state and unemployment tax accounts Assist in the resolution of highly complex and escalated payroll issues Processing quarterly payroll reports and year end activities including W2s and ACA reporting Performs monthly and ad-hoc reporting as needed Manage and develop others to set objectives and measure performance Complete special payroll projects Manages payroll integration projects for all new company acquisitions People & benefits forecasting & variance analysis Requirements Who we are looking for: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field preferred 3+ years of experience managing payroll in a multi-state and multi-entity environment Extensive knowledge of the payroll function including preparation, balancing, internal control, and payroll taxes Proficient with Excel, Intacct and Payroll software with strong analytical and problem-solving skills Strong supervisory and leadership skills Passion for building out processes, problem solving and working independently Cross-functional collaborator and communicator Highly organized, accurate, detail-oriented, and takes pride in the quality of their work Acumen and curiosity to learn the business Prioritizes and maintains composure to meet deadlines High energy, humble team player, and get-it-done attitude Composure and confidence to interact with execs Experience working in a fast growing and/or start-up environment is strongly preferred. Experience with acquisition integration and implementing payroll systems Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) a plus Total Rewards: You'll be welcomed into a winning culture that encourages continuous improvement, a challenging and rewarding work environment with a genuine desire to see each other succeed. We will also provide the following: Support you Professionally:Competitive pay, Bonus potential, employer paid licensure fees, career growth opportunities Support your Health & Well-being: Employee/Employer-paid health, dental and vision insurance. We also offer life insurance as well as short term disability. Life Balance with two weeks vacation. Planning for the future: 401K retirement plan with matching company contributions Company Information It all started in 1980 in Atlanta, Georgia Bill and TJ Palmer opened the restaurant that would later become Applebee's. We've grown up a lot since then, with almost 2,000 locations in the U.S. and around the world. Here you will always be welcome - for delicious food, in a neighborhood setting, with attentive service, at a great value.