Payroll Manager | UBS Arena

Oak View Group

Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet.

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Overview

Under general direction of the VP of Finance, the Payroll Manager ensures the efficient and effective operations of the organization's payroll function for the UBS Arena location which includes exempt, non-exempt, and union employees.

Compliance with all regulatory agencies and adherence to OVG's accounting and Human Resources policies is critical. The Payroll Manager will provide support and maintain a high level of customer service to all employees of the company.

Pay Range: $90,000 to $100,000

For FT roles: Benefits: Health, Dental and Vision insurance, 401(k) savings plan, 401(k) matching, and paid time off (vacation days, sick days, and 12 holidays).

job expires 8/31/2024

About the Venue

UBS Arena at Belmont Park is made for music and built for hockey. New York's newest premier entertainment and sports venue and home of the New York Islanders is developed in partnership with Oak View Group, the New York Islanders, and Jeff Wilpon.

The state of the art arena opened in November 2021 and has welcomed numerous top artists including Harry Styles, Sebastian Maniscalco, Billie Eilish, Dua Lipa, TWICE, Eagles, John Mayer, Kendrick Lamar and Post Malone. The venue delivers an unmatched live entertainment experience for guests including clear sightlines and premier acoustics.

UBS Arena is at the forefront of sustainability, being awarded LEED Green Building Certification in January 2023. The venue also achieved carbon neutrality for operations in Fall 2022 which made it the first arena to do so on the eastern United States seaboard. For more information on the venue's sustainability efforts, please visit UBSArena.com/sustainability.

Located on the historic grounds of Belmont Park, UBS Arena is located just 30 minutes by LIRR from Grand Central or Penn Station and is easily accessible from across the region via mass transit or car. To plan your trip, please visit UBSArena.com/plan-your-trip.

For additional information, please visit UBSArena.com or @UBSArena on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

Responsibilities

Ensure accurate processing and recording of all company payroll including union and non union payrolls

Manage and oversee all payroll processing activities, including calculating and processing employee wages, salaries, bonuses, and deductions

Work closely with union representatives to ensure accurate and timely processing of union -related payroll activities

Resolves employee concerns in a timely manner by thoroughly researching and investigating the issue(s) and reporting back the findings to the employee or escalating to the VP Finance for resolution

Create and audit reports required by local Collective Bargaining Agreements

Monitor changes and remains current on legal, regulatory, or governmental requirements (e.g., wage and hour, garnishments, tax matters, 401K and other benefit deductions)

Validates and prepares off-cycle manual check requests to ensure that all employees receive any additional funds owed

Assist with uploading of files for new hires and employee changes using ADP EV5 Payroll Systems

Process employee direct deposits and tax withholding changes

Maintains the accuracy and integrity of the payroll system by carefully reviewing all entries made and remaining aware of their impact on the payroll process

Maintains confidentiality regarding associates' personal information and payroll data at all times

Assist in evaluation of ADP EV5 Payroll System to determine changes necessary for better process flow

Update individual payrolls as stipulated by management, such a tax deductions or salary adjustments

Will oversee, supervise, and determine changes necessary for optimal process flow

Maintaining payroll systems implementing best practices to improve processes and enhance efficiency and accuracy

Ensuring all payroll systems comply with federal tax laws and legal requirements

Create state and federal withholding accounts on behalf of the company, as necessary, to ensure proper quarterly/ annual filings

Generate payroll reports for management and finance departments

Build partnerships and solicit feedback from internal and external business partners to define and develop successful scalable processes and practices for the company

Oversee the preparation of required reports or payments to government agencies, insurance companies, or other organizations

Act as a payroll liaison between Corporate Payroll and UBS Arena

Qualifications

Three to five years' experience in a payroll position with increasing level of oversight and responsibility

Thorough understanding of accounting and financial reporting principles and practices

Demonstrate knowledge of payroll and tax issues, basic knowledge of employment law

Experience with collective bargaining units, or union payroll

Advanced proficiency with computers in a Windows platform including Microsoft applications, accounting/payroll/HRIS systems and ADP Enterprise

Extensive experience preparing accurate spreadsheets and reports

Consistent and reliable attention to detail, accuracy and validity

Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, changing environment

Must work well under pressure of deadlines

Ability to successfully interact and collaborate all team members professionally and supportively

Excellent organizational and time management skills; ability to delegate tasks as required

Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference.

At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.

EEO

Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis ("protected class") including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.