Manager of Payroll & Employee Benefits

Role Purpose:

Responsible for preparing and distributing a company’s payroll, preparing tax documents, ensuring all hours, benefits, and deductions are logged correctly, and keeping payroll accounts balanced.

Key Accountabilities & Activities

• Ensure all payroll accounts are balanced.
• Enter employee personal information into payroll database.
• Prepare and submit payroll documents.
• Adhere to state and federal regulations for payroll processing.
• Explain benefits and payroll processes to new employees.
• Respond to inquiries from employees about salaries and wages.
• Process overtime payments.
• Resolve payroll discrepancies.
• Prepare year-end payroll reports.
• Report to finance manager or HR services director with updates and problems.
• Set up direct deposits.
• Prepare and distribute paper checks when necessary.
• Contact banks and the IRS for any deposit, withdrawal, or tax questions and discrepancies.
• Assist finance department in preparing for an audit.
• Keep detailed and organized payroll records.
• Communicate regularly with benefits experts and finance managers to ensure employee records and accounts are aligned.

Background, Skills & Qualifications

Knowledge Skills and Experience:

• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in a similar role.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy, Business, or related field.
• Strong written and oral communication in English and Arabic.