Mgr, Payroll

About Us

As a family-owned company, it’s the people who continue to make STIHL a successful, world-class brand.  Since revolutionizing the forestry industry in Germany with the first electric chainsaw in 1926, the STIHL name has remained synonymous with outstanding innovations, high-quality products and comprehensive service.

STIHL is seeking a highly motivated Payroll Manager to join Team STIHL in our Virginia Beach, VA location! With competitive compensation, excellent benefits and exciting growth potential, it's a great time to join the STIHL team.

Company Benefits Include:

• Multiple bonus opportunities with potential annual merit increases
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Onsite Health & Wellness Center for employees and family members
• Company Paid Short & Long-Term Disability
• Company provided Life Insurance
• Fully vested after 5 years Pension Plan
• 401k Plan with employer match
• Vacation, & Sick time with 11 paid holidays

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Manages work completed by Supervisor Payroll and Retirement Plan Coordinator in compliance with Company policy and federal and state regulations.
• Reviews payroll systems for improvements in reporting/efficiency and other progressive changes.
• Continuous communication with all levels of management, employees, and applicable vendors. 
• Tax compliance for payroll and compensation related items, for domestic employees and expats / inpats.
• Participates in audits as required, and reviews payroll procedures and prepares materials for auditors as requested.
• Supervises and processes personnel costs and profit sharing transactions, 401K and pension plan documentation.
• Reviews analysis for various costs, including German social security, personnel cost, fringe benefits, moving, auto, and other compensation items.
• Prepares personnel costs for annual and strategic planning.
• Analysis and compiles y-e compensation files for submission to pension and 401k vendors.
• Manages compilation of hours worked, rates, master file information, taxes, insurance, and other items necessary to process the payroll for both hourly and salary employees.

Specifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Human Resources, or related discipline preferred CPP preferred
• 5+ years of related experience, including tax related experience. 3+ years of supervisory experience.
• Experience with UKG preferred. 
• Ability to quickly identify problems, develop alternative solutions, and implement corrective action efficiently and effectively.
• Excellent communication, organizational, project management, and leadership abilities.