Payroll Manager

Martignetti Companies is the leading distributor of wine and spirits in New England. From our Taunton Office, our Human Resources team supports approximately 1,700 employees at peak times. Our employees are in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Maine, Vermont, and Connecticut.

The Payroll Manager will play a key role in overseeing the day-to-day operations of our payroll programs and administration. This includes ensuring accurate and timely processing of payroll, safeguarding payroll data integrity, and driving operational efficiency. This individual will be responsible for developing and implementing payroll policies and procedures that comply with company policies and local, state, and federal regulatory requirements. The Payroll Manager will also be hands-on, assisting with payroll processing as needed.

Martignetti Companies processes both a weekly and bi-weekly payroll. Our workforce includes exempt and nonexempt employees, union and non-union, seasonal/temporary, and those on commission and/or incentive-based pay plans. The ideal candidate will have experience managing payroll in a similarly complex environment.

This position is eligible to participate in our hybrid work schedule, which includes working in the Taunton office three days per week and remotely two days per week.

What You’ll Do

• Manage and collaborate with the payroll team to develop streamlined functionality
• Entry of payroll transactions (i.e., timesheets, vacation requests, direct deposits, tax changes, etc.) into the payroll system
• Oversee weekly and bi-weekly payroll and all applicable payments/vouchers/uploads to vendor
• Oversee and ensure a smooth quarter-and year-end payroll process
• Manage deferred compensation and performance-based compensation and all retirement plans
• Assists with and at times leads audit reconciliations and reporting requests
• Drives a culture of strong internal customer service
• Stays current with payroll and timekeeping laws and ensures compliance, resolving any issues
• Identifies process improvement initiatives and defines standards for new processes
• Analyze and implement collective bargaining agreements from a payroll perspective and the complexities of multiple pay structures
• Maintain a process to ensure the integrity and accuracy of payroll data by conducting reconciliations and detailed audits to ensure accurate processing
• Research and propose system enhancements and payroll process improvements
• Manage and/or assist with special projects, e.g. system enhancements, and payroll upgrades
• Proactive in identifying new trends, and forward-thinking payroll processes
• Serve as a liaison between third-party vendors and the Finance and Human Resources departments.

Accountabilities

• Ability to handle extremely confidential information in an expeditious and discretionary manner
• Solid problem-solving and project management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Extensive knowledge of payroll processes, payroll law, tax compliance, and unemployment laws
• Ability to interface and effectively communicate with all levels of employees including leadership
• Excellent computer skills, especially Microsoft Excel and payroll/time & labor systems
• Strong organization skills and ability to prioritize tasks for self and team to meet deadlines
• Strong leadership skills and ability to drive and motivate to achieve results
• Strong math skills and attention to detail

Education/Training/Experience

• Associate degree or higher preferred but previous work in payroll will be taken into consideration
• Minimum 3 years experience leading and managing a payroll department
• Minimum of 6 years of Payroll required
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification preferred
• Experience with Paylocity Payroll Software a major plus
• Experience in accounting, payroll budget development and management
• Advanced competency in Microsoft Word, Excel (VLOOKUP, Sum if, Nested Formulas, Pivot tables), and Outlook required

Martignetti Companies prides itself on being a company where you can bring your best self to work every day. We strive to be an employer of choice where everyone feels that they belong. We do so by acting on our commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and offering a substantial benefits package that includes generous paid time off, medical, dental, and vision insurance, a comprehensive 401K plan, and employee discounts. All are welcome to apply to work for a company that truly believes its employees are its greatest asset!

Martignetti Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, and local laws. In addition to federal law requirements, Martignetti Companies complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

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NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.