The E.W. Scripps Company is seeking a Senior Lead of Payroll & Compliance to serve as a senior advisor to HR business partners and cross-functional teams, providing advanced payroll expertise on complex operations, regulatory compliance, and organizational transformation initiatives. Manage and execute specialized payroll processes including multi-jurisdictional, retiree, and leave administration with precision and attention to detail.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
Apply expertise in state reciprocity and local taxes to ensure accurate employee tax setup.
Respond promptly and accurately to tier 3 payroll support inquiries.
Process the retiree and Canadian payroll and remit monthly filings.
Process and analyze the validity of all retro payroll transactions.
Prepare payroll entries including earnings, deductions and off cycle checks ensuring compliance with state laws and company policies for all final payments, recoups, contract payouts, and missed pay.
Provide training and support to payroll team members for day−to−day tasks as well as serving as a back up to team members.
Maintain comprehensive knowledge of leaves processes and upcoming state leave legislation.
Manage and review timecards and leave calculations for accuracy during leave period.
Assist third party vendor with troubleshooting errors to ensure short term disability, FMLA, and workers compensation payments are administered correctly.
Provide support and guidance to HR business partners while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local laws and company policies.
Ensure HR compliance by completing compliance reporting and assisting with subpoenas, I-9 Forms, E-Verify and audit requests.
Assist with the payroll activities for company transformation, AI projects, mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures.
Ensure policy and procedure compliance by coordinating with all relevant stakeholders.
Other duties as assigned.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
Associates degree in related discipline or equivalent years of experience preferred
Generally, 5+ years of experience in related field responsibility preferred
WHAT YOU'LL BRING:
Strong adaptability, problem solving, attention to detail and written communication skills.
Strong critical thinking skills with attention to detail
Ability to partner effectively with distinct groups of "customers" who may have competing interests
Excellent organizational and customer service skills
Experience in leave of absence and multi-state payroll a plus
Ability to interpret policies and procedures
Strong relationship-building skills with stakeholders at all levels using diverse communication channels including phone, video, and written correspondence
Knowledge of state reciprocity and local taxes to ensure accurate employee tax setup a plus
Experience in Workday is preferred
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SCRIPPS’ COMMITMENT TO A CULTURE THAT CREATES CONNECTION:
At Scripps, we are committed to a culture that reflects the audiences and communities we serve. We are intentional about creating an environment where employees, our audiences and other stakeholders feel valued and inspired to reach their full potential and create connections. To successfully deliver on this commitment, we must understand and reflect the values and perspectives those around us embody. That process begins by looking inward to build and celebrate a respectful workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging and connection. By continuing to cultivate an environment where all employees have a fair chance to succeed, are included, valued, and seen, we will strengthen the connections that drive positive business impact and align with our core purpose.
ABOUT SCRIPPS:
The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified media company focused on creating connection. As one of the nation’s largest local TV broadcasters, Scripps serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of more than 60 stations in 40+ markets. Scripps reaches households across the U.S. with national news outlet Scripps News and popular entertainment brands ION, ION Plus, ION Mystery, Bounce, Grit and Laff. Scripps is the nation’s largest holder of broadcast spectrum. Scripps Sports serves professional and college sports leagues, conferences and teams with local market depth and national broadcast reach of up to 100% of TV households. Founded in 1878, Scripps is the steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee and its longtime motto is: “Give light and the people will find their own way.”
As an equal employment opportunity employer, The E.W. Scripps Company and its affiliates do not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, color, religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, citizenship or national origin, and military membership or veteran status, or on any other basis which would be in violation of any applicable federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the company will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship for the company.
About Scripps
The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified media company focused on creating a better-informed world. As one of the nation’s largest local TV broadcasters, Scripps serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of more than 60 stations in 40+ markets. Scripps reaches households across the U.S. with national news outlets Scripps News and Court TV and popular entertainment brands ION, Bounce, Defy TV, Grit, ION Mystery and Laff. Scripps is the nation’s largest holder of broadcast spectrum. Scripps is the longtime steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Founded in 1878, Scripps’ long-time motto is: “Give light and the people will find their own way.”
