Manager, Payroll Tax and Accounting

Job Description

What You’ll Do:

Key Responsibilities:

1. Payroll Management:

• Oversee the entire payroll process, ensuring accurate and timely payroll disbursements.
• Implement and maintain payroll systems and software.
• Resolve payroll discrepancies and address employee payroll issues.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.

2. Tax Compliance:

• Ensure accurate calculation and timely remittance of payroll taxes.
• Stay updated on changes in tax laws and regulations.
• Prepare and file quarterly and annual payroll tax reports.
• Manage payroll audits and respond to inquiries from internal and external stakeholders

3. Accounting and Financial Reporting:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date payroll and accounting records.
• Reconcile payroll accounts and assist with any needed journal entries.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements by providing timely and accurate payroll data.
• Coordinate with the finance team to ensure accurate financial reporting.

4. Team Leadership:

• Supervise and mentor payroll and accounting staff.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback.
• Develop and implement training programs for staff development.
• Foster a positive and productive work environment.

5. Process Improvement:

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures for payroll and accounting functions.
• Collaborate with other departments to streamline processes and ensure data integrity.

What You’ll Give:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in related field. Must have experience in multi-state payroll, tax and accounting.
• In lieu of degree, 10+ years of experience in related field.

Bonus Points: (Preferred qualifications)

• Workday Payroll, Finance system experience
• ADP SmartCompliance Experience
• Multi-company payroll costing allocation experience
• State and local tax registration experience

What You’ll Get:

Blue Cross NC is truly a great place to work – and we have the hardware to prove it.  Each year, we’re recognized for our commitment to our culture, community, work-life flexibility, benefits, diversity and more. 

If you’re ready to make a career out of making a difference, this is the opportunity for you! 

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