Payroll Lead/Coordinator

@ Ware Malcomb
Ware Malcombwaremalcomb.com

Payroll Lead/Coordinator

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About the job

Ware Malcomb is a design firm offering architecture, engineering, and more. The Payroll Lead handles US payroll daily, working closely with HR and Payroll Manager, supporting accurate and compliant payroll operations.

Requirements

  • 2-7 years multi-state payroll experience
  • Experience with HRIS and MS Office
  • Knowledge of payroll taxes and internal controls
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication skills

Qualifications

  • Prolonged desk work and computer use
  • Ability to lift 5 pounds
  • Full-time, long-term position
  • Detail-oriented and confidential traits

Full job description

Are you ready to join a growth-oriented team where creativity meets innovation? At Ware Malcomb, we are a dynamic and forward-thinking design firm committed to pushing the boundaries. Our team-oriented, collaborative approach ensures that every project is a blend of visionary design, seamless project delivery, and we are actively engaged with both the community and the industry. Discover our vibrant culture to get an inside look into life at Ware Malcomb and the programs we offer. https://waremalcomb.com/life-at-ware-malcomb/

As Payroll Lead at Ware Malcomb, you will be responsible for the day-to-day administration of U.S. payroll, ensuring timely and accurate processing in compliance with applicable laws and company policies. This is an onsite position where you’ll partner closely with the Payroll Manager and collaborate with cross-functional teams to support a seamless and efficient payroll experience.

Your Role

  • Process payroll-related employee changes and maintain accurate payroll records, including new hires, terminations, and status or compensation updates.
  • Provide excellent customer service to all team members in partnership with the Human Resources team when resolving timesheet and/or payroll issues for U.S.
  • Review and approve U.S. digital timesheets. 
  • Ensure final checks are accurately created in a timely manner for separating team members. 
  • Register, set up, and maintain payroll tax accounts and ensure accurate tax filings in partnership with HRIS vendors.
  • Audit payroll data, timesheets and transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance.
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations.
  • Participate in company, office and team events as appropriate. 
  • Assist with annual 401(k) audit in partnership with the Payroll Manager.
  • Prepare and analyze payroll and headcount reports for multi-state operations.
  • Communicate with the general accounting team regarding payroll processes related to general ledger reports.
  • Collaborate with the human resources team on tasks and projects relating to payroll.
  • Support specialized payroll-related projects as assigned.

    • Qualifications

    • Minimum of 2-7 years of multi-state payroll experience.  
    • Experience with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office is essential.
    • Experience with Paycom, Deltek Vantagepoint, and international payroll functions are preferred. 
    • Strong knowledge of the payroll function including preparation, balancing, internal control, and payroll taxes.
    • Strong problem-solving and auditing skills are essential.
    • Thrives on thinking outside the box and has a continuous improvement mindset.
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills to positively interface with all levels of team members is essential.
    • Ability to achieve results under tight deadlines and prioritize multiple tasks is essential.
    • Well-organized, detail-oriented, and confidential are essential traits required of the individual.

    Physical Requirements

  • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Must be able to lift up to 5 pounds at times.
  • Regular attendance at work is required.


    • This is a full-time, long-term position.

    Established in 1972, Ware Malcomb is a dynamic, forward-thinking commercial real estate design firm providing professional architecture, interior design, civil engineering, branding, building measurement, structural engineering and MEP engineering services to clients throughout the world. With office locations throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Brazil, the firm specializes in the design of office, industrial, science & technology, healthcare, multifamily, retail, hospitality and public/institutional projects.

    The firm is also ranked among the top 10 Architecture/Engineering firms in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms and the Top 30 Interior Design Firms in Interior Design magazine’s Top 100 Giants. For more information, visit waremalcomb.com.


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