Payroll and Commissions Lead

Role Overview

• Oversee 3rd party payroll processor and ensure the accuracy and completeness of payroll related data within Workday
• Collaborate with 3rd party processor to troubleshoot and resolve any tax filing discrepancies
• Manage the timely resolution of employee questions regarding payroll and expense reimbursements
• Manage full-cycle payroll processing for approximately 350 employees (bi-weekly and semi-monthly payrolls) and 40 states, ensuring accuracy and compliance with federal, state, and local laws
• Reconcile payroll data, including accruals, earnings, deductions, taxes, and benefits
• Calculate commission payments based on individual and team performance metrics and SIP (Sales Incentive Plans)
• Collaborate with sales, finance, and HR teams to address commission-related queries and discrepancies
• Conduct regular audits / reconciliations of payroll and commissions data to ensure accuracy and identify any discrepancies
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changes in payroll laws and commission structures
• Partner with HRIS to identify and resolve payroll system issues, implement process improvements and perform payroll related updates in Workday (creation of new earnings / deductions codes, reports, etc.)
• Participate in the implementation of payroll or commission software upgrades and enhancements.
• Respond to employee inquiries related to payroll, commissions, deductions, and taxes in a timely manner.
• Supervise team member responsible for T&E processing
• Collaborate with internal teams to improve payroll and commission processes, ensuring employee satisfaction.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field or equivalent work experience
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in payroll processing, with exposure to commission calculations.
• Experience with payroll and HR software systems such as Workday, ADP, Concur or similar platforms.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Payroll certifications FPC or CPP (or pursuing)
• Workday, Concur experience as well as proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Results oriented team-member who owns responsibilities and sees tasks through to completion
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize work based on urgency and impact
• Ability to build partnerships and effectively work with internal customers at all levels in the organization

Tech Stack

• C++