Payroll Manager

• Payroll Processing & Administration:
  • Oversee the timely and accurate processing of payroll for all employees, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and company policies.
  • Process employee compensation, including wages, bonuses, commissions, overtime, and deductions.
  • Ensure all payroll data (hours worked, paid time off, benefits, etc.) is accurately entered and updated in the payroll system.
  • Maintain up-to-date records of employee compensation, tax withholding, and deductions.
  • Review payroll reports for accuracy, making adjustments as necessary to ensure compliance with company policies and regulations.
• Compliance & Tax Filing:
  • Ensure payroll processes are in compliance with local, state, and federal labor laws, including tax regulations, overtime rules, and other applicable employment standards.
  • Ensure the timely filing and payment of payroll taxes, including federal, state, and local income tax, Social Security, Medicare, and unemployment taxes.
  • Prepare and submit quarterly and annual payroll tax reports, including Forms 941, W-2, W-3, and any other necessary filings.
  • Stay current on changes to labor laws and payroll tax regulations, ensuring that payroll processes are adjusted accordingly.
  • Handle any audits related to payroll processing, ensuring all records are accessible and compliant with regulations.
• Employee Records Management:
  • Maintain accurate and secure records of employee payroll information, including wage rates, benefit elections, deductions, and direct deposit details.
  • Update and manage employee records related to new hires, terminations, promotions, pay raises, and other personnel changes.
  • Work with HR and department managers to ensure all employee data is up-to-date and accurate in both the payroll and HR systems.
  • Maintain confidentiality of sensitive payroll data and ensure secure handling of payroll-related documents.
• Benefits & Deductions Management:
  • Ensure accurate processing of employee benefit enrollments and deductions, including healthcare, retirement plans, and other voluntary benefits.
  • Manage deductions for garnishments, child support, and other court-ordered payments.
  • Coordinate with HR and benefits providers to ensure accurate deductions and timely updates for changes to employee benefit elections.
• Payroll Reporting & Analytics:
  • Generate and distribute regular payroll reports, including cost summaries, tax liabilities, and benefit contributions, for management review.
  • Provide financial reports related to payroll for budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis purposes.
  • Work with the finance and accounting departments to reconcile payroll expenses and ensure that payroll costs are accurately reflected in financial statements.
  • Provide ad-hoc payroll data as requested by senior management.
• Team Leadership & Training:
  • Lead and manage the payroll team, providing guidance and support to ensure the team delivers accurate and timely payroll processing.
  • Provide ongoing training to payroll team members and other employees on payroll policies, procedures, and best practices.
  • Foster a positive and productive work environment, encouraging collaboration and continual learning.
  • Conduct performance reviews for payroll team members and provide feedback and development plans to ensure continuous improvement.
• Process Improvement & System Optimization:
  • Review and improve payroll processing systems and procedures to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and cost-effectiveness.
  • Identify areas for automation and implement system enhancements that streamline payroll operations.
  • Collaborate with IT and HR to improve payroll system functionality and integration with other software tools.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in payroll processing, with at least 2-3 years in a managerial or supervisory role.
• In-depth knowledge of payroll systems, tax regulations, benefits administration, and employment laws.
• Experience with payroll software (e.g., UKG, ADP, Evention, etc.) and HRIS systems.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation preferred, but not required

Skills/Specialized Knowledge

• Strong knowledge of payroll laws, tax regulations, and accounting principles.
• Excellent attention to detail, with the ability to spot errors and discrepancies.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to generate and interpret reports.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• High level of confidentiality and integrity, with the ability to handle sensitive information.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with employees and senior management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and payroll software.

Compensation

• Pay range: $85,000 - $90,000 per year

Physical Demands

• Ability to sit at a desk for extended periods.
• Ability to work with numbers and data for long periods of time.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 25 pounds (e.g., office supplies, payroll records).

Why Join Proper Hospitality

At Proper, we build experiences that move people — and that begins with the team behind them. As a best-in-class employer, we’re committed to creating one of the Best Places to Work in hospitality by nurturing a culture where creativity, excellence, and humanity thrive together.

Everything we do is grounded in the belief that hospitality is more than a profession - it’s an opportunity to care for others and make lives better. Guided by the Pillars of Proper, we show up with warmth and authenticity