Payroll Manager

Centerplate is one of North America's largest providers of quality food and beverage, catering, merchandise and facility management services for many of America's best-known sports, convention and entertainment venues. As our singular goal is to be #1 in Event Hospitality, all of our managers, chefs and employees are "Hospitality Ambassadors."

"Craveable Experiences. Raveable Results." ^TM

We are currently seeking a Payroll Manager for the Corporate Office in Greenville, SC. 

PRINCIPAL FUNCTION:
This position manages the payroll function to ensure the accurate and timely processing of payroll information and related data for the Company.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure accurate and timely process of payroll in fast-paced environment.
• Generate and review payroll reports by division.
• Process wage assignments, support orders and subpoenas.
• Interact with outside federal, state and local government agencies.
• Oversee the process for deductions in leave, vacation, sick time, etc.
• Audit garnishments monthly for accuracy.
• Verify time card and employee input information for both salary and hourly employees.
• Oversee the process of employment verification.
• Review and distribute W-2 forms.
• Oversee the process of manual check submission and distribution.
• Process and pay Workers Compensation payments.
• Audit quarterly and monthly tax submission.
• Provide and maintain all payroll records.
• Manage strategic planning, budgeting and forecasting.
• Mentor and teach employees and internal professionals on best practices.
• Institute best financial practices throughout department.
• Perform other related duties, tasks and responsibilities as required from time to time.

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS:
Required:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or business.
• 5 years payroll experience. 
• Must be able to exercise good judgment. 
• Ability to problem solve. 
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Experience with time keeping functions. 
• Demonstrated understanding of laws relating to pay and employee relations.
• Ability to promote and participate in team environment concepts.
• Ability to understand written and oral direction and to communicate same with others.

Preferred:

• 1 year interactive HR experience.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Mobility is needed to attend various meetings and events.  Hours may be extended or irregular to include nights, weekends and holidays.  Travel may be required.

No relocation benefits provided.
*Please include salary requirements when applying.
This position is accompanied by a competitive salary and benefits package.
Send resume to resume@centerplate.com

Thank you for expressing interest in employment with Centerplate. While only those candidates considered for this position will be contacted, your resume will remain on file for 90 days.

Centerplate is an Equal Opportunity Employer.