Payroll Director

Berks Homes has been successfully building homes for close to 50 years. Our story began with a 19yearold kid buying a nail gun and an air compressor in a diner parking lot. We’ve come a long way since then but these humble beginnings serve as a reminder that we all have to start somewhere. And that start created the foundation of who we are today. We believe in a few simple truths... life is meant to be enjoyed through hard work surrounding yourself with great people and intentional times of rest. Our mission is to create lasting relationships by earning the trust of those we serve. We do this by hiring individuals who are never satisfied with the status quo and are proactive in their service to others.

Our Guiding Principles

Mission: We create lasting relationships by earning the trust of those we serve.

Vision: Be a major league player in minor league markets.

Core Values: * Helpful * Humble * Aware * Driven

Position Overview

The Payroll Director at Berks Homes plays a critical leadership role in managing and overseeing the payroll function across multiple entities and departments within the company. This position is responsible for ensuring accurate compliant and timely payroll processing for approximately 200 employees. The Director of Payroll will also lead payrollrelated projects including system implementations process improvements and compliance initiatives. This role requires a deep understanding of payroll laws regulations and best practices along with the ability to collaborate with Human Resources Finance and other departments to support the company’s growth and operational goals.

Essential Functions

• Manage and oversee the endtoend payroll process including biweekly payroll runs tax withholdings and other deductions.
• Ensure compliance with federal state and local payroll laws and regulations including accurate reporting and filing of payroll taxes.
• Lead payrollrelated projects such as system upgrades process improvements and integration with other HR and finance systems.
• Provide guidance and support to ensure high levels of accuracy and efficiency.
• Collaborate with HR and finance teams to ensure payroll data integrity including proper coding of job classifications benefits and other compensation elements.
• Develop and maintain payroll policies and procedures ensuring they are uptodate and communicated effectively across the organization.
• Respond to and resolve payrollrelated inquiries and issues from employees and management in a timely and professional manner.
• Prepare and analyze payroll reports ensuring data accuracy and providing insights to management for decisionmaking purposes.
• Oversee the processing of garnishments levies and other wage attachments ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
• Stay informed of industry trends and best practices in payroll management and implement changes as necessary to improve efficiency and accuracy.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting Finance Business Administration or a related field.
• A minimum of 710 years of experience in payroll management
• Strong knowledge of federal state and local payroll laws and regulations.
• Experience managing payroll for multiple entities and departments with a demonstrated ability to handle complexity and scale.
• Proficiency in payroll software and systems such as Paycor ADP Paylocity or similar platforms.
• Advanced Excel skills including experience with data analysis and reporting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy with a strong commitment to maintaining confidentiality and data integrity.
• Certification in payroll (CPP or FPC) is preferred but not required..

Berks Homes is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to complying with all applicable federal state and local laws concerning equal employment opportunity. Discrimination is prohibited against any individual because of age race color religion disability sex national origin genetic information and other categories protected by applicable federal state or local law.