Payroll Supervisor

at Transdev in Lombard, Illinois, United States

Job Description

About Transdev: Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.

Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev – the mobility company – empowers the freedom to move every day thank to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at www.TransdevNA.com or watch an overview video.

Based near Chicago, Transdev is the largest private-sector operator of multiple modes of transit in North America, including bus, rail, streetcar, paratransit, and shuttle services. Transdev is committed to being the trusted partner of cities and transit authorities through quality execution and innovations in mobility. Its parent company, Transdev Group, is a leading global operator and integrator of mobility operating in 19 countries and provides passengers every day the freedom to connect to what they care about in their cities. www.transdevna.com

About the role: The Payroll Supervisor is responsible for overseeing and managing the payroll functions of the organization. This role ensures that payroll processing is completed accurately and on time, adhering to all company policies and regulatory requirements. The Payroll Supervisor will lead the payroll team, provide training and support, and handle escalated issues. The supervisor will be engaged with all aspects of the process, including processing. This position requires a high degree of accuracy, confidentiality, and strong organizational skills.

Assists with oversight of payroll operations. Ensures payroll is processed timely, accurately, and in compliance with government regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Assists with recruiting and training of payroll staff

+ Oversees the daily workflow of the department.

+ Provides constructive and timely feedback

+ Oversees procedures and processes and manages inquiries and requests related to preparation and distribution of payroll.

+ Processes payroll transactions including salaries, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and other deductions.

+ Ensures accurate and timely processing of payroll updates including new hires, terminations, and changes to pay rates.

+ Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws and best practices.

+ Facilitates audits by providing records and documentation to auditors.

+ Identifies and recommends updates to processes and procedures.

+ Other duties as required.

+ Supervise, train current and new payroll staff

+ Collaborate with payroll provider, IT, HR for compliance and correct functionality.

+ Serve as primary point of contact for payroll related inquiries from employees and location.

+ Handle and resolve payroll discrepancies and issues promptly.

+ Identify opportunities to streamline process, implement best practices.

Education, Licensing, and Certifications:

+ Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field required.

+ FPC or CPP preferred

Experience:

+ Four years of experience in payroll processing required with two years in a supervisory or management role preferred.

Skills and Knowledge Required:

+ Excellent time management and organizational skills.

+ Exceptional attention to detail.

+ Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.

+ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

+ Strong supervisory and leadership skills.

+ Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

+ Proficient with payroll software (ADP Enterprise version 5).

Skills and Knowledge Preferred:

+ Travel requirement outside of immediate area less than 10%

Pre-Employment Requirements:

+ Drug testing and background check

+ Testing related to job requirements

Physical Requirements:

+ Must be able to work flexible work schedules as needed.

+ 100% of work is accomplished indoors and in air conditioned or well ventilated facilities

+ Work is accomplished in an office or in a cubicle space equipped with a telephone and computer.

+ The employee is generally subjected to long periods spent sitting, typing, or looking at a computer screen.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Drug-free workplace

If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check.

California applicants: Please Click Here for CA Employee Privacy Policy.

Version Nov 2014

Job Category: Administrative / Clerical / Payroll / HR / Accounting

Req ID: 2659

Pay Group: NF2

Cost Center: 839

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Drug-free workplace

If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check.

California applicants: Please Click Here for CA Employee Privacy Policy.

About Transdev

Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.

Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev – the mobility company – empowers the freedom to move every day thank to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common goo