Senior Payroll Manager Jobs

• Compile regular and ad hoc reports for payroll, benefit plans, and special management requests.
• Drive operational optimization by identifying process gaps, evaluating scalable solutions and improvements, and collaborating with the HR team to develop processes for data accuracy. Maintain strong cross departmental collaboration.
• Provide ongoing support, training, mentoring, and development to reporting staff (2 payroll specialists), fostering a culture of learning and growth.
• Balance quarterly federal and multi-state tax returns. Handle processing and distribution of W-2s.
• Process semi-monthly pay groups and ensure accurate and timely processing of bi-weekly pay groups by payroll staff (approx. 1,000 employees total). Calculate and reconcile agency remittances for employee deductions. Assure maintenance of individual payroll records, direct deposit records, and time records.
• Develop and maintain payroll calendars, checklists, processes, and other procedural documentation. Comply with and enforce record retention policies.
• Properly interpret and align with with federal, multi-state, and local payroll tax regulations including workers’ compensation and unemployment rules.
• Maintain vendor relationships with UKG/Ceridian to ensure all tax, compliance, and payroll functions are facilitated accurately and on time. Keep current with new payroll and tax law changes. Support and incorporate approved departmental and corporate polices.
• Process and run multiple payroll activities with semi-monthly, monthly, quarterly, and annual deadlines. Provide problem resolution and employee customer service.
• Committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment, you will work to ensure that all employees feel valued and supported.
• Facilitate annual payroll audits for workers compensation, 401K, and company benefits.

• Preferred: Certified Payroll Professional
• Possess a bachelor’s degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Possess a minimum of 6 years in a comparable Senior Payroll Manager role
• Have a solid understanding of accounting software and tax service software.
• Have Intermediate knowledge and experience with Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Are detailed oriented to ensure accuracy of pay and payroll details.
• Provide information to supervisors, co-workers, and team by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
• Maintain confidentiality, work with sensitive or proprietary information, and exercise discretion.
• Place a high priority on customer service and satisfaction; anticipate and understand the internal and external customers' needs and respond accordingly.
• Develop and maintain constructive and cooperative working relationships with others.

The Portland Trail Blazers at the Rose Quarter embraces diversity and inclusion. We celebrate individual expression and uniqueness on our campus. We do not tolerate harassment or discrimination. We are committed to hiring individuals that reflect the community we serve without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristics. We are an equal opportunity employer.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

PERKS:

We invest in our employees inside and outside of work. Our benefits package for full-time teammates includes:

• Flexible Time Off (3 weeks + 11 holidays)
• Salary Range: $115,000 – $125,000
• Paid Maternal & Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Perks
• Relocation Assistance Available, if applicable
• Daily Free Lunch
• Competitive Healthcare Coverage
• Discounted & Complimentary Tickets
• Free Parking + Discounted Mass Transit Passes
• Ongoing Learning & Development
• Retirement Plan