Payroll Supervisor jobs in Alaska

JOB SUMMARY

The Payroll Supervisor will oversee and supervise the company’s payroll functions, ensuring pay is processed on time, accurately, and in accordance with government regulations.  

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, HR, or related field. Education may be substituted with relevant work experience.
• 5 years of experience with multi-state payroll processing.
• Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn payroll software.
• Solid understanding of accounting fundamentals and payroll best practices.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite.
• Proficient with payroll systems/software.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work well independently and in a team environment.
• Trustworthy with attention to confidentiality.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior supervisory experience
• Multi-state payroll experience for medium to large companies (500 employees)
• CPP
• Experience using Sage 100 software

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

•  Oversees payroll procedures and processes as well as daily workflow of the department.
•  Manages inquiries and requests related to preparation and distribution of payroll.
•  Supervises payroll specialist(s) according to company policies.
•  Ensures accurate and timely processing of payroll updates including new hires, terminations, and changes to pay rates.
•  Processes payroll transactions including salaries, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and other deductions.
•  Maintains or oversees the maintenance of employee records.
•  Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws and best practices.
•  Facilitates audits by providing records and documentation to auditors.
• Identifies and recommends updates to payroll software, systems, and procedures.
• Calculates and processes Federal and State tax and social security withholdings, union dues, and other deductions, insurance, benefits, pension/retirement, 401(k) contributions and company match, etc.
• Research, analyze and resolve pay cycle discrepancies.
• Prepares and maintains accurate records and reports of payroll transactions.
• Prioritizes work demands to work accurately under pressure of deadlines.

JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES

• Knowledge of company policies and procedures.
• Ability to balance competing timelines in order to accurately and timely process Multi-State payroll cycles.
• Ability to handle sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to communicate skillfully and effectively with employees.