Payroll Specialist

The Payroll Specialist is responsible for assisting and executing end-to-end payroll processing for Ford Field Management & Detroit Lions staff.  The role involves working with all departments within the organization, which includes addressing payroll related questions/requests from employees and Managers.  This individual should be able to work independently, be well-organized, and maintain a high level of confidentiality.

• Field all staff payroll requests & inquiries from employees
• Review the time management system for approvals, accuracy and completeness
• Responsible for the review of timely tax filings
• Initiate monitor and record bank impound
• Transmit 401-K deductions to provider and perform per-pay tie outs
• Set up and process garnishment calculations
• Submit payroll deductions to appropriate authorities
• Assist the People Team with updating payroll records to changes in tax status, address, direct deposit, etc.
• Review and reconcile payroll
• Oversee the creation of the payroll calendars
• Responsible for cash flow projections for staff payroll
• Review quarterly tax filings to ensure third party vendor has filed correctly
• Schedule and manage workers comp audit and assist with financial statement and 401k audits
• Work with accounting to reconcile payroll accounts in general ledger on a periodic basis
• Responsible for monitoring pay codes and assist accounting with ledger accounts for staff payroll
• Support Payroll Manager and SVP of Finance for other entities and projects
• Help create and document best practices and procedures checklists for effective and efficient processing controls.
• Maintain employee confidence and protect payroll operations by keeping information confidential
• Complete employment verification requests for players and practice squad players

• Perform other duties as assigned
• Must be self-motivated and able to work independently or as part of a team
• Will accept other responsibilities and duties required by the supervisor consistent with the objectives and essential functions of this position. Such responsibilities shall be incorporated into the position description if they are ongoing
• Will advise supervisor if actual practice (activity) begins to deviate significantly from specified essential functions

• Minimum of 5 years of payroll experience required
• Experience with Dayforce strongly preferred
• Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or equivalent combination of education and work experience required
• Strong working knowledge of payroll practices and procedures
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Proficient in MS Office (including Excel)
• Flexibility to work non-standard hours, including weekends, holidays, and during office
• Ability to travel between Ford Field and the Meijer Performance Center
• A valid driver’s license and a good driving record