Senior Manager Timekeeping/Payroll LIRR

Senior Manager, Timekeeping Payroll, LIRRThis position is responsible for the day-to-day management of staff and for the processing of employee time for payroll and time/leave benefits administration for all Long Island Railroad employees.Responsibilities:Select, develop, and motivate personnel within the department. Provide career development for subordinates. Provide prompt and effective coaching and counseling. Responsible for discipline/termination of employees when necessary. Review performance of staff. Create a professional environment that respects individual differences and enables all employees to develop and contribute to their full potential.Responsible for the management of staff involved in the weekly processing of time and leave for all LIRR-paid employees. Including the receipt, review, and processing of time documents and electronic files from payroll sub-systems to calculate net wages and Kronos payroll reviews/adjustments/submissions and back up payroll closing processes.Lead a core resource group responsible for the development, functional and technical design, project management, and implementation of new initiatives and processes. Manage payroll/timekeeping systems and other source-to-gross systems (i.e., MDS, TEAMS, PeopleSoft, etc.) enhancements and ensure the integrity and accuracy of Timekeeping/Payroll systems and processes.Advise technical consultants regarding business requirements, system process flows, and impacts of technical modifications on Timekeeping/payroll functionalities.Provide functional support to ensure Timekeeping/payroll system maintenance requirements and automate special payroll calculations for accuracy.Develop the Internal Controls program review process for timekeeping/payroll functions such as off-cycle checks, final payouts, and weekly payroll processing. Coordinate the execution and preparation of reports of internal control testing and results.Manage year-end tax reporting and various gross wages analysis. Assist with the annual year-end, year-end accounting requests, vehicle usage calculation for W2s, and annual system process (i.e., holiday updating, leave adjustments, etc.) processing, including processing W-2's.Performs other duties as assignedRequired Qualifications:Must have good time management skills to meet continuous critical deadlines.Ability to effectively communicate with all departments within the organization and various levels of management and external contacts.Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skillsStrong organizational skills and the ability to work independently to ensure timely completion of assigned tasks.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Detail-oriented and able to multitask.Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel) and/or comparable applications.Availability to work late on weekly payroll closing day, scheduled on Fridays.Availability to work weekends and holidays.Excellent organizational and presentation skills.Demonstrated ability to work at all internal levels within the MTA organization.Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact well with external agencies.Demonstrated ability to work in a high-profile, high-pressure environment effectively.Required Education and Experience:Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) in Finance, Business, Transportation, Public Policy, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of a degreeMinimum 6 years in a Payroll/Timekeeping function to include payroll processing, auditing, analysis, and reporting.Minimum 2 years in managing and monitoring employeesPreferred Education and Experience:Knowledge of Payroll rules and collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) that govern payment to employees.Demonstrated ability to work with New York City Government, elected and other public officials, as well as any staff, External agencies may include the Governor’s Office for New York State, New located at other federal or state agencies or authorities.Equal Employment OpportunityMTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including those concerning veteran status and individuals with disabilities. Metropolitan Transportation Authority