Payroll Manager

Payroll Manager

Hybrid - must reside in one of our service territories (DE, MD, PA, OH, VA, NC, GA, FL)

Your role in our success:

The Payroll Manager oversees the management of all aspects of the company’s payroll, timekeeping, and absence management ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time while maintaining compliance with federal, state and local tax laws.

What you'll be working on:

- Manages full cycle payroll operations across multiple states, from timekeeping and data entry to accurate calculation of wages, bonuses and deductions. Ensures payroll is processed accurately and on schedule for all pay periods, including regular, off-cycle and bonus payrolls.

- Oversees payroll tax compliance, wage garnishments, benefit deductions, year-end processing (e.g., W-2 and 1095-C), adherence to labor laws, and reporting requirements at federal, state and local levels. Ensures the payroll department is Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) compliant.

- Ensures compliance with company policies, local regulations and collective bargaining agreements.

- Generates, analyzes and reconciles payroll reports to support decision making, budgeting process and auditing purposes. Researches discrepancies of payroll information and/or documentation for the purpose of ensuring accuracy.

- Responsible for ensuring the appropriate maintenance of a wide variety of payroll information, files and records for the purpose of providing an up-to-date reference and audit trail for compliance.

- Collaborates with a variety of internal and external stakeholders for the purpose of facilitation and/or resolution of issues and providing best practices.

- Oversees the implementation, maintenance, and upgrades of payroll systems and software. Provides functional insights to enhance system capabilities, streamline workflows and increase efficiency and accuracy.

Who are you:

- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or a Related Field

- Minimum of five years of experience in managing payroll function

- Regular Driver’s License

- Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) preferred

- In-Depth knowledge of payroll laws, tax regulations, SOX and accounting principles

- Technical proficiency in payroll software such as UKG Workforce Management, SAP Employee Central Payroll, and ADP

- Excellent organizational skills

- Strong written and oral communication skills

- Strong Analytical and problem-solving skills

- Ability to interact and communicate effectively with internal and external customers

- Proven experience managing and developing a payroll team, including assigning work, mentoring, and conducting performance evaluations.

What makes us great...

At the heart of our Company is a dedication to delivering energy that drives progress. We put people first, work to keep them safe and build trusting relationships.

Benefits/What’s in it for you?

- Flexible work arrangement

- Competitive base salary based on successful candidate’s background as it relates to the job requirements as well as internal equity considerations

- Eligible for overtime, shift differential or premium pay (if applicable)

- Fantastic opportunities for career growth

- Cooperative, supportive and empowered team atmosphere

- Annual bonus and salary increase opportunities

- Monthly recognition events

- Endless wellness initiatives and community events

- Robust and customizable benefit packages-choose what works best with your life. Options include generous 401k, medical, dental and life insurance, tuition reimbursement, compensated volunteer hours and MORE!

- Paid time off, holidays and a separate bank of sick time!

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors. Applicants with a disability that need assistance applying for a position may email careers@chpk.com