Have you ever used the self-checkout in a Giant? Played the slots at a Rivers Casino? Maybe you grabbed a drink from a vending machine or paid to park your car? If you’ve answered with a resounding “YES”, then you’ve done so with the aid of one of the 10 million devices installed by Crane Payment Innovations (CPI).

We make the technology that powers your everyday life, enabling more than 4 billion transactions every week in more than 143 currencies worldwide.  From cash and coins to cards and mobile, we keep the world of payments moving with smart validation devices and business management software.  

Headquartered in Malvern, PA, CPI is supported by: >2,500 global associates, 7 manufacturing sites, 12 corporate offices and 43 service branches.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

Payroll Manager is a key contributor to the Finance and Accounting Team in Crane NXT’s CPI business. The candidate will have complete ownership of preparing and running payroll function for CPI North America. The Payroll Manager will be responsible for accurately processing payroll for employees, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and laws, and maintaining payroll records.

The Payroll Manager will have a direct impact on our Finance group, responsible for:

• Process weekly, biweekly, and semi-monthly payroll for USA, and Canada and Mexico associates accurately and on time.
• Perform regular reviews/audits to confirm accurate employee records, including personal information, tax withholdings, direct deposit details, taxable benefits, and other relevant data.
• Ensure accurate recording of employee hours worked, paid time off, and overtime.
• Maintain and record PTO and wage accruals.
• Ensure accurate and timely setup and filing of federal, state and local payroll taxes.
• Prepare and post payroll-related journal entries for month-end close.
• Prepare and maintain certain balance sheet reconciliations related to payroll.
• Address employee payroll inquiries and resolve issues promptly.
• Create and maintain payroll policies and procedures. Update as needed to reflect changes in company policies and regulations.
• Review and process employee reimbursements, ensuring that expense reports follow company policies.
• Stay current with payroll laws and regulations to ensure compliance.
• Accurately calculate and process year-end taxes on imputed income.
• Review and distribute W-2s, 1099s, T4, and Form 37s to employees and contractors. Ensure compliance with year-end tax reporting requirements.
• Assist with external audits related to payroll and tax matters, providing necessary documentation and explanations.
• Create and publish the annual payroll processing schedules.
• Prepare compensation and headcount actual, forecast and budget reports for distribution.
• Calculate wages, overtime, and deductions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies, regulations, and applicable law.
• Manage payroll-related inquiries from employees, managers, HR, Finance, and other stakeholders.
• Other duties as assigned
  

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

You will bring forecasting and financial statement expertise with well demonstrated success in month end close analysis in a manufacturing business.

Qualifications and Requirements

• At least 8-10 years of Payroll processing experience for US and Canada, using ADP.
• ADP GL experience is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree required.  CPA or MBA preferred. 
• Demonstrated experience in process improvement.
• Demonstrated ability to promote and deliver positive change.
• Must have solid knowledge of Sarbanes Oxley and internal controls affecting areas of responsibilities.
• Direct experience in all areas of responsibilities noted above.
• Technology savvy.  Strong Computer literacy in Microsoft office applications.  Working knowledge of Hyperion, a plus. 
• Solid understanding of accounting and financial principles.
• Advanced Excel skills required. 
• Ability to sift through data.  Familiarity with databases and/or database front-end query tools.
• Track record of managing multiple priorities under pressure situations within tight deadlines

Personal Attributes

•        Detail-oriented with strong verbal and written communication skills.
•       Action Oriented: You display a sense of urgency and are known for being a timely decision maker
•        Analytical Thinker: You need to have insight and enjoy solving problems
•        Customer Service Oriented: You possess a drive to serve your “customers” and focus on responding promptly to project team needs
•        Decision-Making Skills: You have a reputation for making quality decisions and sticking to them
•        Flexible: You are comfortable wearing many hats and able to shift priorities as needed
•        Comfortable with innovation: You have passion for continuous improvement and are always seeking a better way to do things
•        Organized: You assemble all necessary materials and information before starting a task

WHAT WE’RE OFFERING

•       Flexible work environments
•        Defined career growth plans with opportunities to go outside of your “comfort zone”
•        “Team Building activities that support innovation”
•        Generous paid time off, including sick and holiday
•        Medical, dental, & vision insurance
•        401K with Company contribution
•        Flexible spending accounts
•        Life insurance and disability benefits
•        Onsite Cafeteria
•        Discounts for childcare
•        Tuition assistance
•        Community involvement and volunteering events
•        Opportunities to travel to our global sites

CPI is part of Crane Co., a diversified manufacturer of highly engineered industrial products. Founded in 1855, Crane provides products and solutions to customers in the aerospace, electronics, hydrocarbon processing, petrochemical, chemical, power generation, automated merchandising, transportation, and other markets. The Company has four business segments: Aerospace & Electronics, Fluid Handling, Engineered Materials, and Merchandising Systems. Crane has approximately 11,000 employees in North America, South America, Europe, Asia and Australia. Crane Co. is traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE:CR).

Crane Payment Innovations is committed to hiring a diverse workforce. Applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status, or national origin or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law.