• The Payroll Tax Manager performs payroll tax-related functions, including tax notice research, audit, and resolution. • Fields payroll tax compliance questions from internal and external stakeholders. • Reviews payroll reporting in a multi-site, multi-state, high-volume environment. • Provides excellent customer service to managers and associates. • Set up income tax withholding, unemployment, and other employer payroll tax accounts for various states and municipalities for clients. • Research and resolve payroll tax notices. • Audit payroll platforms and state tax portals to ensure all tax account information is complete and timely filed. • Be organized and detail oriented to oversee and follow up on outstanding tax notices.

• Prepare and submit payrolls for multiple clients, managing a portfolio of 6-12 clients. • Follow appropriate workflows and procedures for the payroll department. • Ensure all employees are paid on time via live check or direct deposit. • Screen time-worked inputs for calculating, coding, or other errors. • Calculate and process Federal & State tax and social security with-holdings along with other deductions including insurance, benefits, 401(k) contributions and company match. • Review and process payroll adjustments, including vacation, sick and other time off. • Collect banking information for direct deposit setup and initiate deposits on paydays. • Maintain knowledge of rules and laws which govern payroll administration practices including taxation, benefits, and state & federal regulations. • Ensure that payroll-related transactions are processed in compliance with external and internal policies. • Perform actions necessary to track and determine regular and overtime pay, and factors commission-based income or bonuses into an employee's salary. • Assist HR Department with open enrollment by manually entering new elections. • Process and monitor garnishment orders and other issues that impact payroll specifications. • Processing all employee terminations and are completed in the payroll system. • Generate accrual entries as needed. • Reconcile errors and maintain/document all payroll records. • Reconcile general ledger regarding payroll transactions. • Detect and process issues related to uncollected payroll. • Responsible for double checking all new hire information, and existing employee changes before every payroll run. • Handle all tax change requests in the payroll systems. • Field and respond to payroll inquiries and resolves discrepancies.

AXL Global Consulting is looking for experienced individuals to join our Dayforce Consulting team. As a Dayforce Payroll Consultant, you will play a crucial role in the successful implementation and deployment of Dayforce HCM (Human Capital Management) solutions for clients. You will work closely with clients to understand their payroll processes, configure Dayforce Payroll to meet their specific requirements, and ensure a smooth transition from their existing payroll systems. Your expertise will be pivotal in guiding clients through the implementation process, providing training, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring that the Dayforce Payroll system is effectively integrated into their overall HCM strategy. AXL hires people with a broad set of skills who are ready to tackle some of the industry’s greatest challenges. You should have a technical mindset and be comfortable problem solving with multiple systems. This is a functional consulting position; however knowledge of the technical aspects of software implementations such as System Integration or Report Writing is a big plus. Ideal candidates are fast learners and great communicators who can support the needs of our organization, your clients, and our partners. You must be resourceful and possess outstanding customer service and strong analytical skills. This is a full-time, remote (USA or Canada) role. Responsibilities - Collaborate with clients to understand their payroll processes, business requirements, and regulatory compliance needs. - Conduct workshops and meetings to gather functional and technical requirements for configuring Dayforce Payroll. - Configure Dayforce Payroll based on client requirements and best practices. - Manage data migration activities to ensure accurate and timely transfer of payroll data into Dayforce. - Develop and execute test plans to validate the functionality and accuracy of configured payroll processes. Advise on variances in results between legacy and Dayforce Payroll. - Conduct system integration testing with other modules within Dayforce HCM. - Provide comprehensive training to client stakeholders on using Dayforce Payroll effectively. - Act as a subject matter expert (SME) to address client queries and provide ongoing support during and after implementation. - Create project plans and timelines for implementation activities. - Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to ensure on-time delivery and client satisfaction. - Document configuration decisions, processes, and any customizations made during implementation. - Prepare status reports and updates for clients and internal stakeholders. - Stay updated with Dayforce Payroll updates, features, and industry best practices. - Recommend enhancements or additional modules that could benefit the client’s payroll operations. Minimum Requirements - Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Computer Science, or related field. - Proven experience (typically 3-5 years) in implementing, configuring, and testing Dayforce HCM solutions, with a focus on Payroll. - Strong understanding of payroll processes, tax regulations, and compliance requirements. - Proficiency in analyzing and working with large data sets including data transformation. - Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. - Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize effectively. - Certification in Dayforce HCM or related HR/payroll systems (preferred). - Full-time, US or Canada – remote. Preferred Qualifications - Client management experience - Experience with Payroll systems such as Dayforce, UKG, ADP, Novatime, etc. - SQL and XML knowledge is a plus - Relevant Certifications in HR, IT, WFM, and/or PROSCI are a plus

This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description The Payroll & Benefits Specialist assists with accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing for Huna Totem Corporation and its subsidiary entities, supporting a workforce of 500+ employees across seasonal and year-round operations. This position serves as a liaison between Human Resources, Finance, and ADP, ensuring all personnel actions, time records, and benefit elections are properly documented, approved, and reflected in payroll systems. The role requires a high degree of accuracy, confidentiality, and adherence to federal, state, and local payroll regulations. Essential Duties and Responsibilities - Payroll Processing - Process bi-weekly payrolls in ADP Workforce Now for multiple entities - Review employee timecards and exception reports for accuracy and compliance - Ensure timely payroll submission and funding - Validate earnings, deductions, taxes, and benefit elections - Process off-cycle payrolls, adjustments, and corrections as needed - HR Coordination & Data Management - Process personnel action forms in ADP, including new hires, terminations, pay changes, and job changes - Ensure all payroll-related actions are properly approved and documented - Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee master data - Partner with Human Resources to research and resolve payroll discrepancies - Compliance & Internal Controls - Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations - Monitor overtime calculations and Alaska labor law requirements - Support ACA tracking, garnishments, and workers’ compensation reporting - Maintain payroll internal controls, procedures, and documentation - Reporting & Reconciliation - Prepare payroll registers, funding reports, and audit documentation - Reconcile payroll to the general ledger and benefit invoices - Support month-end and year-end close processes - Assist with year-end tax reporting, including W-2 processing - Provide payroll data for audits, budgeting, and financial analysis - Process Improvement & Employee Support - Maintain and update payroll procedures and documentation - Identify opportunities for workflow efficiency and process improvement - Support payroll system upgrades and integrations - Respond to employee payroll-related inquiries in a timely and professional manner - Research and resolve payroll discrepancies - Perform other related duties as assigned Physical Requirements & Work Environment - Primarily office-based with periodic site visits - Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally - Occasional travel, including travel by small aircraft - Valid Alaska driver’s license required Qualifications - Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or Human Resources preferred - 5 years of payroll administration experience supporting a workforce of 300+ employees required - Experience supporting multi-entity or seasonal workforce preferred - Experience with ADP Workforce Now strongly preferred - Remote experience preferred Technical Skills & Competencies - Strong proficiency with payroll and timekeeping systems; ADP experience required - Advanced Excel skills for reconciliation and reporting - Knowledge of payroll tax, wage and hour laws, and benefit administration - Ability to integrate payroll data with HRIS and accounting systems - Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy - Strong organizational and deadline management skills - High ethical standards with the ability to maintain confidentiality - Clear, professional communication skills - Calm, solutions-oriented approach in a fast-paced environment Company Description This job description is not comprehensive but provides examples of typical responsibilities for a Payroll & Benefits Specialist. The Payroll & Benefits Specialist is responsible for performing other duties of a similar nature and level as in this description, as well as others necessary to carry out the goals and objectives of Huna Totem Corporation. Huna Totem Corporation is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer with the exception to Native Preference under P.L. 93-638.