Manager, Payroll and Benefit Plans, Jacksonville Jaguars

Company: Jaguars
Location: Jacksonville
Posted on: August 6, 2022

Job Description:

About the Jacksonville Jaguars
The Jacksonville Jaguars are a professional football team and a member of the National Football League's AFC South Division. The Jaguars are one of the NFL's youngest franchises, playing their first regular season home game on September 3, 1995 in Jacksonville, Fla., and have since won three division titles. The Jaguars are owned by Shahid Khan, a visionary leader whose businesses include Flex-N-Gate, Fulham Football Club, All Elite Wrestling, Bold Events and Iguana Investments. Since 2012, Mr. Khan's impact on the Northeast Florida community has exceeded $500 million, including charitable giving through the Jaguars Foundation, capital improvements to TIAA Bank Field and the creation of Daily's Place, which hosts upwards of 40 concerts a year. -Over the next several years, the Jaguars and Iguana Investments will build a new Sports Performance Center to house all football operations and launch Phase 1 of the Shipyards, a complete reimagination of the riverfront which will include a five-star hotel, office building and modernized marina.

The Jaguars company values are Passion, Respect, Innovation, Dedication and Empowerment (PRIDE). The Jaguars believe in the importance of diversity, continual learning and transparency. We also understand the role that excitement, originality and fun play in the workplace. All of these ideas come together to build a strong and dynamic workplace culture. Because of this, we are dedicated to, and encouraged by, leading the way in developing a distinct and inclusive team.

Summary
The Manager, Payroll and Benefit Plans -is responsible for payroll processing and associated remittances. -In addition, he/she will assist the Payroll & Benefit Plans Director in reconciling payroll & benefit transactions, recording general ledger activity, maintaining benefit systems, and assisting employees. He/she must be proactive, able to work independently, and ensure compliance with all applicable laws, legal requirements, and NFL rules. -In addition, he/she must be detail-oriented, have a high degree of accuracy and able to produce deliverables and work product in a timely manner. -This position is a part of the Finance & Planning department.

Job Responsibilities

Responsible for payroll processing utilizing applicable payroll software, which includes preparation and processing of each payroll

Process all former employee compensation payrolls as needed, which includes severance pay, SERP payments, etc.

Process related payments and reconciliations for all health and benefits plans, including but not limited to life, health, dental, vision, and disability insurances, along with FSA and HSA plans

Assist in the administration of both 401(k) plans (office staff & players)

Provide timely responses to employees when answering their payroll & benefit questions

Responsible for monitoring time approvals & PTO balances and training employees & managers in these systems

Provide verification of employment upon request

Data entry of new hires and terminations, salary adjustments, deductions, and benefits on all systems

Enroll newly eligible employees in all benefits plans for which they are eligible and elect to enroll in, as well as the timely processing of all benefit changes and terminations

Assist in managing the annual benefit open enrollment process

Assist in the accurate and timely completion of employee W-2 forms

Pay invoices/fund items and ensure payroll systems are updated for HSA account payments, 401k funding & loans, bonuses, health benefits, & other deductions requiring payments

Report creation/generation within payroll software to assist in managing day to day responsibilities

Complete monthly reconciliation of assigned payroll & benefit related general ledger accounts

Assist in document preparation and reconciliation of the 401k, HSA and other programs, for distribution and dissemination to third-party administrators

Other payroll duties to include various reconciliation/spreadsheets in Excel are required

The Payroll & Benefit Director will assign other duties and projects on an as needed basis

Job Requirements

Minimum of five years' specific experience in payroll processing (preferably with Dayforce)

Solid understanding of benefit plans and use of various provider software systems

Strong Microsoft Office Suite skills (Excel, Word)

Strong accounting background and monthly reconciliations (preferably with Great Plains)

Experience in payroll tax reporting (multi-state jurisdictions a plus)

Experience with time keeping and PTO

Organization, attention to detail and customer service oriented

Ability to effectively multi-task on a daily basis

Team player with independent initiative

Thorough with analytical attention to detail and critical thinking

Exceptional communication skills (both verbal and written)

Excellent time-management skills and ability to prioritize

Ability to perform in a team environment

Ability to establish and maintain a positive and professional working relationship with all individuals

Perks and Offerings
Here is insight into some of the perks and offerings of the Jaguars and Bold Events:

Health, dental, vision and life insurance options.

Mobile phone stipend.

100% match of the employee's contribution, up to 5% of income, in company 401(k) program.

Company provided lunch, during the work week.

Wellness programs inclusive of: Employee Assistance Program through NFL Lifeline; access to Head Team Psychologist; access to onsite weight facility; company sponsored rec leagues; company provided FitBit; significant discounts to local gym; wellness challenges.

Team member recognition programs and various company events and celebrations.

17 paid company holidays in addition to 17 days of PTO (that's over 1 month of paid time off!).

JagsU and various company and departmental training and development options.

Opportunity to receive tickets to various events such as Jaguars home games and concerts, as well as other local, ticketed events.

Various other perks and discounts through local partners.

Perks and offerings are subject to change and may be dependent upon role.

Visit our website to learn more about what it means to be a part of the Jaguars team!
Applications are being accepted online only. -Please do not call to apply for this position. -Please provide complete information. -An incomplete application may affect your consideration for this position. -The Jacksonville Jaguars are committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, rules, or legal requirements.

By submitting this application, you understand that you may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. -You certify that the information in your application is true, correct and complete. -You authorize the Jaguars and its representatives to contact your prior and current employer and other references and all others for purposes of confirmation of the information you have provided. -You understand your application is subject to, among other things, your eligibility to work in the United States.

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