Payroll Supervisor

Overview of the role 

This position is responsible for managing the accurate and timely processing of payroll using UKG and Kronos/WFM time and labor systems.  This associate will respond to frequent and urgent requests for information regarding payroll, will be responsible for the administration of payroll, including escheatment and garnishment notifications, maintaining policies and procedures, seeking areas for constant efficiencies and improvements, and managing the overall processing needs of the payroll department. 

Responsibilities

• Manage weekly and bi-weekly payroll processing through UKG and ensure completeness, accuracy and timeliness of runs
• Respond to questions from associates and managers regarding paychecks, direct deposit, W-2s, and/or general payroll questions
• Run and prepare reports on a regular basis for Payroll and other departments
• Prepare and administer payroll information for imports/exports from Core HR system and time keeping systems into UKG payroll for processing, assist with quality control and record maintenance to ensure accuracy, service quality and data integrity
• Manage audit checks to validate accuracy of payroll (pre check and post checks)
• Manage payroll check escheatment process and garnishment notifications
• Process special requests and off-cycle payroll checks as needed
• Oversee the company’s compliance with all federal, state, and local payroll and tax regulations as well as company policies and procedures
• Oversee the daily work activities and operations of a team offering feedback, coaching and development of effective team dynamics
• Assists with the acquisition and retention of talent, performance management, and other associate interactions
• Able to manage routine associate performance issues (e.g. failure to meet objectives), partnering with HR.
• Participate in special projects as assigned, including projects involving HCM HR and Finance, Benefits systems and payroll audits
• Assist and back up team members as needed
• Support additional projects as assigned by Director of Payroll

Criteria

• Three to five years of payroll processing experience
• Strong technical background with UKG payroll system and Kronos timekeeping system, a plus.
• Strong administrative skills, including attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organizational, prioritizing and time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong focus to customer service, including the ability to work well with internal and external customers and vendors, as well as a commitment to meeting or exceeding customer expectations
• Strong excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, condition formulas
• Strong sense of business ethics, integrity, confidentiality and accountability
• Must be team-oriented, flexible and support the company’s values

Benefits Just for You

Depending on your position and your location, here are a few highlights of what you might be eligible for:  

• A generous discount on all Williams-Sonoma, Inc. brands 
• A 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities 
• Paid vacations, holidays, and time off to volunteer 
• Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits 
• Tax-free commuter benefits
• A wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional health 

Your Journey in Continued Learning

• In-person and online learning opportunities through WSI University  
• Cross-brand and cross-function career opportunities 
• Resources for self-development
• Advisor (Mentor) program
• Career development workshops and learning programs
• Speaker series

WSI will not commence an immigration case or "sponsor" an individual for this position at this time (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration).

This role is not eligible for relocation assistance.

Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Williams-Sonoma, Inc. will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, or other applicable state or local laws and ordinances.