Payroll Manager

Job Number: 16665

Position Title: Mgr Payroll

External Description:

This position is responsible for managing all aspects of the payroll department to ensure payroll is processed accurately, timely and in compliance will GAAP, Federal, State and Local regulations as well as Talbots policy.

 What We Offer:
• Growth! Here at Talbots our goal is to give you the tools to grow beyond this position and into the next.
• Condensed Work Week! If we have no work obligations, our Life-Work balance approach allows for us to start our weekend at 1pm on Fridays.
• Complete Benefit Package! Our benefits kick off the first day of the month after your start date! Discover more about our full benefits package here. We have competitive time off, including paid time to volunteer within the community.
• Merchandise Discounts! 50% off Talbots and our Haven Well Within brand as well as local business discounts (where applicable)!

What You'll Do: 
• Manage the day to day payroll operations while developing a team capable of performing the department objectives.
• Develop and implement payroll procedures to ensure accurate and timely payments to associates
• Ensure all compensation related costs are accurately reflect and reconciled on the general ledger in accordance with GAAP
• Identify, analyze and test Workday payroll system processes working with the Human Resources and MIS departments staff.
• Research and review recent changes in federal, state and local compliance regulations and work within the team to ensure compliance by the Company
• Monitor all reportable sources of compensation developing procedures to ensure the accuracy of the taxation and ensure proper W-2 reporting.
• Assist with the compilation of various audit requests throughout the year

 

Who You'll Work With:
Internal
• Associates
• HRIS, HR, IT and Store Ops

External
• Federal, state, and local tax authorities and departments of revenue
• Auditors from public accounting firms, tax jurisdictions, insurance companies
• Representatives from payroll service in Canada
• Lawyers and court officers (Wage Garnishments)
• Vendors (Ceridian and Alight)

 

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Who You Are:
• Knowledge and experience normally acquired through the completion of a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
• 5-8 years payroll experience in a supervisory position
• Knowledge of multi-state tax regulations
• Knowledge of wage and hour regulations
• Knowledge of garnishments
• Experience with automated payroll systems
• Intermediate general accounting and specific payroll accounting skills
• Excellent PC software applications skills particularly in spreadsheet applications
• Strong interpersonal and communications skills

 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel assigned to this job.

 

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Company Profile:

Talbots is a leading omni-channel specialty retailer of women's clothing, shoes and accessories. Established in 1947, the company is known for modern classic style that's both timeless and timely, fine quality craftsmanship and gracious service. At Talbots relationships are the key to our business, we hire individuals who bring new ideas to the table, understand smart risk taking and  can enhance an already thriving culture.  With a commitment to offer modern classic style for every body type, through a  full range of sizes, inclusive to every woman in your life.

EEO Employer Verbiage:

Talbots is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to race, sex, national origin, color, age, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, religion, or any other category protected by applicable law. Talbots is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process please contact recruiting@talbots.com. Talbots will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company’s business.

PositionType_Description: Full Time

Location_formattedLocationLong: Hingham, Massachusetts US