Payroll Manager

[Metropolitan Market]

Incredible Opportunity for Talented and Enthusiastic Individuals to Join Our Team!

At Metropolitan Market, we know food! We are a company that is recognized in the food industry for freshness and quality – from our flame roasted prime rib, house made quiche, to our high volume Poke Bar and cut-to-order specialty meats and cheeses.

If you are looking for a company that is dedicated to your growth and development, while supporting the communities in which you work and live, we are the company for you! We provide outstanding employment opportunities, including a generous benefits program and attractive wages. We are looking for outgoing, friendly individuals who want to work in a healthy and rewarding environment!

Job Summary: This position assumes a critical role in planning and executing the strategic direction and initiatives for the payroll function, including process efficiencies and system enhancements. Upholds high standards of professional practice. Leads the Payroll Team responsible for processing payroll cycles in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, as well as collective bargaining agreements (CBAs). Processing includes all related documentation such as W-2s, state withholding forms, reports, and payroll registers. Oversees administration related to the Company’s timekeeping system.

Specific Job Duties:
Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Leads a team processing payroll cycles and related documentation (e.g., W-2s, state withholding forms, reports, payroll registers, etc.) in compliance with federal, state, and local laws; subject to multi-state law compliance as appropriate; subject to CBA compliance as applicable.
• Actively participates in the progression of the Company; provides leadership in support of company initiatives and objectives.
• Supervises Payroll Team in accordance with the Company’s financial policies and accounting practices; maintains a workplace conducive to a positive employee experience, department productivity, and financial accuracy.
• Creates and fosters a Payroll Team that provides helpful and friendly internal customer service to all team members with questions or who need assistance.
• Maintains knowledge of existing and new payroll related legislation; enforces adherence to requirements; advises management on needed actions.
• Oversees administration related to the Company’s timekeeping system.
• Evaluates and analyzes existing payroll policies, procedures, and systems, and recommends, implements changes, and/or quality control measures.
• Partners with Finance & Accounting Department to post journal entries and coordinate payroll accounting reconciliations.
• In collaboration with Human Resources Department, ensures payroll systems are configured and updated to reflect current employee data, including wages, deductions, time-off accruals, garnishments, etc.
• Determines and reconciles payroll liability.
• Resolves any payroll discrepancies and keeps a balance of payroll accounts.
• Oversees the completion of internal and external payroll tax and accounting audits.
• Furnishes and files tax forms to employees and with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).
• Ensures compliance with all applicable country, federal, state, and local regulatory reporting requirements and guidelines, and with all internal policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Upholds all Metropolitan Market policies and procedures; adheres to all applicable local, state, and federal laws; adheres to CBA provisions as applicable.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the CAO/Controller.

Skills Required / Qualifications:
Candidates will be selected from applicants having the best combination of the following qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or Finance required.
• Extensive knowledge of payroll function including preparation, balancing, internal control, and payroll taxes.
• Minimum five years payroll experience in retail industry with round-the-clock, hourly workforce organization required. Experience with CBAs. Knowledge of multi-state laws preferred. ADP Work Force Now payroll system experience preferred.
• Minimum two years management/supervisory experience.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP).
• Ability to build and sustain effective relationships with peers and senior leadership.
• Working knowledge of payroll systems; experience implementing new systems preferred.
• Excellent computer skills; must be proficient in MS Office.
• Attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills a must.
• Analytical and problem solving skills.
• Proven history of analyzing numerical data with an ability to maintain a big picture focus.
• Superior oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to produce quality output while working within deadlines a must. Sense of urgency and ability to function in a fast-paced environment required.
• Proven ability to interact and perform all job responsibilities with professionalism and confidentiality essential.

How to apply:

Applications are accepted online. Please visit our website to view complete job description for the Payroll Manager position.

1. Go to https://www.metropolitan-market.com/careers
2. Complete a general application and create a profile
3. Search open positions and apply anytime, using your general application and profile

BENEFITS & COMPENSATION:
* Attractive Hourly Wage, Negotiable DOE
* Rich Paid Time Off Benefits including Vacation, Personal, Holiday, and Sick
* Generous Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
* Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
* 401 (k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Matching
* Generous Employee Discount
* HRA and HSA Options with Money Provided to you by the Company for Health Care Expenses
* Met ACTIVE Account: Money Provided to you by the Company to Support an Active, Healthy Lifestyle

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