Payroll Manager at BPG Real Estate Service – Wilmington, Delaware

The Buccini Pollin Group, formed in 1993, is a privately held full-service real estate management, development, and acquisition platform. The company manages commercial and residential properties in the northeast corridor from our headquarters in downtown Wilmington, Delaware. At BPG we believe that our success begins and ends with our people. Through the efforts of our associates and guided by our values, we transform the communities we serve, striving to exceed the expectations of our tenants, residents and clients.

At BPG, giving our associates the BPG Experience is a top priority. Join us as a Payroll Administrator.

Job Purpose

The Payroll Manager is responsible for the submission, review and timely processing of BPG’s bi-weekly payroll, payroll tax compliance, general ledger reconciliation, and the execution of any related financial analyses/other tasks. This position oversees ADP which serves as our main payroll provider under their full-service offering. The highest level of confidentiality will be expected at all times for this position.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Responsible for processing payroll for associates across all divisions
• Enforce company policy regarding timecard submission and approvals
• Oversee payroll changes that can be submitted directly by Associates (updating direct deposit details, withholdings, change of address)
• Submit other changes provided by managers, including, but not limited to allocation changes, title changes, increases, commissions, bonuses, etc.
• Review payroll information and audit for accuracy in a timely fashion
• Answer associate questions and investigate discrepancies related to payroll in a timely manner
• Validate accuracy of final pay for terminated employees, including PTO payout and final benefit deductions
• Generate and understand payroll reports and journal entries provided to Accounting
• Provide explanations for monthly payroll variance analyses, and maintain working relationship with Property Management team
• Ensure payroll reports are distributed as needed
• Manage funding and posting of payroll contributions for 401k and HAS
• Update 401k deferrals based on Fidelity Feedback File weekly
• Work with the payroll provider on payroll tax compliance items that may arise, and work with the provider on reconciling discrepancies, etc.
• Ensure timely/accurate filing and deposits for Form 941, 940, and other payroll tax related documents
• Maintain and update the payroll module as needed in ADP payroll system and create/generate reports
• Assist Food & Beverage department with maintaining of payroll system, Toast
• Manage and adhere to internal process for payroll checks and balances
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Strong attention to numerical accuracy and ability to deal effectively and courteously with a diverse group of internal and external contacts

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work successfully as an individually and collaboratively
• Must possess strong organizational skills and be attentive to detail
• Must have excellent time management skills

• Requires analytical and reconciliation skills necessary to handle complex payroll and accounting inquiries and an ability to resolve them in a quick and efficient manner
• Strong Microsoft Excel and computer skills
• A working knowledge of general accounting principles and payroll accounting
• Proven ability to handle confidential information

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or other related field required

Experience

• A minimum of 2-3 years of professional experience in processing payroll
• Experience with ADP Workforce Now and Toast strongly preferred
• Intermediate excel skills (vlookups, pivot tables, basic excel formulas, etc.) strongly preferred

Physical Requirements

• Requires prolonged sitting.
• Requires frequent operation of office equipment; such as a computer, copy machine, telephone, etc.
• Occasional stretching and / or bending to access file cabinets, office equipment, etc.
• Occasional standing and walking required.

Direct Reports

None. Oversees third party processing services (ADP/Toast)

Our benefits include:

Statement of Notices

Equal Employment Opportunity

BPG Real Estate Services, LLC, provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, or non-disqualifying physical or mental handicap or disability in each aspect of the human resources function.

Americans with Disability Act

Applicants as well as associates who are or become disabled must be able to perform the essential job functions either unaided or with reasonable accommodation. Applicants as well as associates are encouraged to meet with Human Resources as the organization shall determine reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law.

Job Requirements

The above statements reflect the general duties and responsibilities considered necessary to perform the essential functions of the job and should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. Other duties may be assigned. The Company may change the specific job duties with or without prior notice based on the needs of the company.