Accounting - Manager, Payroll

Our Accounting department is currently seeking a payroll manager to help lead and manage the transition from Peoplesoft HCM to Workday, ensuring effective system ownership while driving operational efficiencies through best practices and maintaining accuracy and timeliness. This position is based at our headquarters in Fairfield, Ohio. Candidates outside the local area must be willing to relocate. The team currently follows a hybrid schedule of four in-office days and one remote day per week. The pay range for this position is $82,500-$144,060 annually. The pay determination is based on the applicant's education, experience, location, knowledge, skills and abilities. Eligible associates may also receive an annual cash bonus and stock incentives based on company and individual performance. Be ready to: • lead and oversee payroll operations while ensuring accuracy, timeliness and compliance with established policies and procedures • support the transition from PeopleSoft HCM to Workday and drive process efficiencies and improvement through system best practices • manage payroll system implementations, upgrades, testing, user acceptance testing (UAT), data validation and system conversions • effectively communicate and collaborate with Human Resources, Finance, Tax, Internal Audit, Compliance, Shared Services and Information Technology teams on payroll-related initiatives • oversee payroll reporting, reconciliations, audits, year-end processes and internal controls • coach, mentor and develop associates • manage vendor relationships, system enhancements and cross-functional projects • maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment in handling payroll and associate information Be equipped with: • knowledge of payroll taxation, payroll accounting, compliance, and internal controls • strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational and project management skills • advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including PivotTables, VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP, data analysis, reconciliation and reporting • experience integrating payroll, HRIS, human capital management (HCM), benefits, timekeeping and financial systems • ability to manage multiple payroll priorities and deadlines while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail • experience with Workday HCM and/or PeopleSoft HCM Bring education and experience from: • bachelor's degree in accounting (required) • 10+ years of accounting experience (required) • payroll processing and financial reporting experience (required) • Certified Payroll Professional (CPP), Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) or another recognized payroll certification preferred; candidates actively pursuing certification are encouraged to apply • prior leadership experience, including coaching, mentoring and developing associates, preferred • experience with PeopleSoft HCM preferred • experience with Workday HCM preferred, including knowledge of payroll, time tracking, benefits, financial management system (FMS). General ledger, labor costing and payroll accounting functionality Enhance your talents Providing outstanding service and developing strong relationships with our independent agents are hallmarks of our company. Whether you have experience from another carrier or you're new to the insurance industry, we promote a lifelong learning approach. Cincinnati provides you with the tools and training to be successful and to become a trusted, respected insurance professional - all while enjoying a meaningful career. Enjoy benefits and amenities Your commitment to providing strong service, sharing best practices and creating solutions that impact lives is appreciated. To increase the well-being and satisfaction of our associates, we offer a variety of benefits and amenities. Embrace a diverse team