Payroll Manager

At LandCare, we’re passionate about creating meaningful environments for our customers and employees. Our teams make it happen with strong communication skills, service-minded work ethic, and most of all, teamwork.
We’re a growing commercial landscaping company with a footprint that spans the country.
2,000 Employees coast to coast
60 Locations in 25 states
25+ Years in business
200M in annual sales
THE POSITION
We are looking for a Payroll Manager who can commit to the timely and accurate delivery of LandCare’s multi-state weekly and biweekly payroll, as well as the day-to-day payroll operations. We encourage autonomy and support employee development, so the right person for this job will educate, train, and lead the payroll team with their extensive knowledge of federal, state and local payroll laws and regulations to ensure compliance and risk aversion for the organization.
In addition, the Payroll Manager plays a critical role in the planning and implementation of initiatives involving payroll, including organizational and policy changes, mergers and acquisitions, and the implementation of benefit changes. The Payroll Manager will be the primary business owner for the UKG Pro payroll system and will manage all system enhancements and upgrades.
Requirements
WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?
Lead and develop payroll team members
Ensure the timely processing of both weekly and bi-weekly payroll cycles for approximately 2000+ employees
Identify ways to improve the payroll process and create efficiencies to reduce turn-around time
Monitor payment of payroll taxes on behalf of company ensuring that the company is compliant with state and federal payroll laws and regulations
Develop and produce internal and external payroll reporting, as required for management reporting, compliance requirements and ad-hoc requests
Collaborate with Manager of Tax and Compliance to provide required payroll documents and data for audits and tax filings, as needed
Manage payroll projects in the UKG Pro payroll system and address any unforeseen system issues. Assist with the design, testing, and implementation of any system enhancements and upgrades.
Manage the preparation of annual W-2 and related tax filings,
Serve as payroll liaison across company to answer timekeeping/payroll-related questions, implement enhancements, and resolve any issues
Stay informed of current legislation and market trends affecting payroll and make recommendations accordingly
Exercise management skills in relation to hiring, training, coaching and providing feedback, performance management, and terminations of employment for payroll staff
Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university, with an accounting or business concentration preferred, or equivalent work experience
8 or more years’ experience in payroll with at least 3 of those years spent in a supervisory or management position
Prior experience in a multi-state, high-volume, fast-paced payroll environment
Demonstrated experience with building a team, establishing process improvements and efficiency gains
 
Knowledge & Skills
Federal/state labor laws and regulations affecting payroll and PTO
Extensive knowledge of HRIS systems, preferably with UKG Pro
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification preferred
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal, problem-solving, analytical, and organization and planning skills
Project management experience leading implementations
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office products (e.g. Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
Benefits
Besides a great team environment and career advancement opportunities, we also have a strong benefits package for our team members:
Competitive base salary
Team based profit sharing program
401K for all employees with 3.5% company match
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid Time Off Policy + 9 holidays
Formal training and development program
Other
Qualified candidates must be able to successfully pass a criminal background check