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Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP Payroll Manager in Washington, District Of Columbia
Location: Washington, DC
Schedule: 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM
FLSA: Exempt
Position Type: Full-Time/Regular
Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP is a leading international law firm with more than 900 lawyers in offices throughout the United States, Europe, Asia and the Middle East. We are currently seeking a Payroll Manager in the Human Resources department, reporting to the Senior Payroll Manager.
The role will reside in the Washington, DC office with hybrid work capabilities and will support the Senior Payroll Manager overseeing all aspects of payroll processing. Responsible for assisting with the data entry, preparation, processing, validation and reconciliation of payrolls for the firm’s U.S. offices. The Payroll Manager is expected to perform all responsibilities with a commitment to providing superior service to the firm’s attorneys, advisors and staff, and maintaining an atmosphere of teamwork and continuous improvement.
Key responsibilities of this position include:
Process bi-weekly, semi-monthly and monthly payroll, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
Enter payroll and HR data into the firm’s Workday HRIS system, including various HR, Recruiting and tax-related transactions.
Analyze payroll data for accuracy and tax compliance ensuring all deadlines are met.
Process on\off cycle payments and various adjustments.
Submit, validate and reconcile periodic, quarterly and annual tax submission to third-party vendor for tax filing.
Coordinate international wire transfer payment requests with outside vendor.
Collaborate with HR and Finance departments to ensure payroll transactions are accurately reflected in financial records.
Stay updated with federal, state and local payroll tax laws and regulations.
Assist in implementing and maintaining payroll systems and software.
Assist employees and partners with payroll-related questions in a professional and timely manner.
Provide payroll reports as requested from various internal departments.
Assist Finance and Tax departments with analysis of general ledger.
Process Accounts Payable check requests for payroll-related items such as garnishments and vendor invoices.
Create and coordinate all payroll items processed through Accounts Payable (e.g., non-employee stipends and other payments) for later entry into the Workday HRIS system.
Answer questions and assist personnel with tax and other payment modeling and estimates through the Workday HRIS system.
Prepare administrative analyses and reports and related functions.
Assist with other HR departmental responsibilities as requested.
Qualifications (Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities):
College degree, with specialization in accounting or finance, required
Previous experience with automated payroll/HRIS systems, including Workday, preferred
Proven experience as a Payroll Manger, preferably in a law firm or professional services environment.
In-depth knowledge of payroll processes, procedures and regulations.
Experience with Workday Payroll, Time Tracking and Absence.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks; strong attention to detail.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify and resolve problems.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
Strong service orientation and an ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with peers, office and firm management, and outside business partners
Ability to read, write and speak English
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Outlook
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to read, comprehend and follow instructions
Ability to use critique of work to improve performance
Commitment to maintaining confidentiality of all information, and adhering to the Firm’s Core Values
Commitment to professional growth and development
The base salary range for this position in Washington, DC is $115,000 to $160,000. Additional information about benefits and rewards can be found here (https://www.akingump.com/en/careers/business-services) .
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