Payroll Supervisor
DLA Piper LLP (US)
Seattle, WA
JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time, Employee
SKILLS
ADP, Accounting, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Detail Oriented, General Ledger Accounting, High School Diploma, Information Technology & Information Systems, Interpersonal Skills, Journal Entries, Microsoft Excel, Multitasking, Payroll Administration, Payroll Management, Payroll Tax, Problem Solving Skills, Project/Program Management, Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relations, Reconciliation, State Tax, Strategic Planning, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Maintenance, Tax Accounting, Team Player, Telephone Skills, Time Management, Typing
LOCATION
Seattle, WA
POSTED
30+ days ago
Summary
The Payroll Supervisor, working in collaboration with and in support of the firm's strategic initiatives, will be responsible for supervising various functions within the Payroll Department in addition to processing Partner compensation and performing other payroll related tasks as required.
Location
This position can sit in any of our US offices and offers a hybrid work schedule.
Responsibilities
* Reviews and participates in calculating the Firm's Lawyer special compensation arrangements.
* Processes the non-exempt biweekly pay in Workday and assists in reviewing the exempt biweekly pay.
* Assists the Payroll Manager in addressing Partners payroll-related questions or concerns.
* Assists the Payroll Manager in processing Partner income verification requests.
* Liaisons with the IT Tech Team regarding system updates, upgrades and testing.
* Reviews the accuracy of employee state tax information entered in the Workday system. Research and resolve issues/concerns.
* Reviews and approves other payroll data that is transmitted to outside vendors (i.e. 401(k) files).
* Processes the employment tax payments process through ADP. Ensures accuracy of all the monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual tax filings and researches any employment tax inquiries, including amendment filings.
* Processes Employee W-2 and W-2PR Forms and other year-end filings.
* Reviews the monthly general ledger payroll account reconciliations and journal entries.
* Assists the General Accounting Department with special projects.
* Other duties as assigned.
Desired Skills
Workday experience required; ADP tax filing experience preferred. General Ledger and adjusting journal entry experience a plus. Strong computer skills with an emphasis on MS Excel. Strong communication and interpersonal skills necessary to interact with all levels of employees and Partners throughout the Firm. Excellent attention to detail required especially as it pertains to salary, deductions and tax information. Must be able to work effectively and efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Strong project management skills required to manage several projects or initiatives at one time.
Minimum Education
* High School Diploma or GED.
Preferred Education
* Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or similar field.
Minimum Years of Experience
* 5 years' payroll, tax and supervision experience required.
Essential Job Expectations
While the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty, there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all DLA Piper employees, which include but are not limited to:
* Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties.
* Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner.
* Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product.
* Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required.
* Foster positive work relationships.
* Comply with all firm policies and practices.
* Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings
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