Payroll Manager

Headquartered in New York City, Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. is a leading developer, publisher and marketer of interactive entertainment for consumers around the globe. The Company develops and publishes products through its two wholly-owned labels Rockstar Games and 2K. Our products are designed for console systems and personal computers, including smartphones and tablets, and are delivered through physical retail, digital download, online platforms and cloud streaming services.

The HR Department at T2 is looking for a dynamic, team player with management experience to serve as a senior leader within the Payroll team, supervising North American payrolls for 2000+ employees at multiple locations in the U.S. and Canada, as well as day-to-day payroll-related operations.

* Supervise payroll administration, ensuring all activities are completed within required timeline for bi-weekly payroll processing for US and Canadian employees. * Managerial responsibility for payroll audit and review to ensure accurate results and compliance. * Assess existing processes for areas for improvement and better efficiency. * Review all manual checks for accuracy and compliance. * Prepare and report all local, state and federal payroll taxes. * Prepare tax registrations and power of attorney for any new states. * Review monthly remote employees for tax compliance. * Reconcile 401K/RRSP funding files after each payroll. * Monitor and maintain payroll balancing controls. * Create monthly payroll general ledger files and partner with Finance on any discrepancies. * Collaborate with Finance on the monthly bank reconciliation. * Maintain project plans and testing scenarios for upgrades and new initiatives. * Oversee the W-2 and T-4 processing and all year end functions. * Complete all quarterly payroll tax reconciliations. * Review all quarterly tax returns prepared by vendor for accuracy and compliance. * Responsible for Ex-Pat and international assignee payments. * Support HRIS and time and absence systems as needed. * Partner with Sr. Director, Payroll, on training, developing and mentoring the Payroll team. * Prepare summary of required company-wide payroll liability. * Assist Payroll team with resolving payroll discrepancies. * Prepare monthly and/or quarterly reports. * Work with external and internal auditors on SOX compliance. * Assist in special projects. * Serve as back-up for Sr. Director, Payroll and HRIS.

* Bachelor’s Degree in HR or related area preferred and 7+ years of progressively responsible work experience within a dynamic payroll team, with at least 2 years in a supervisory capacity * CPP designation preferred * 5+ years of experience with a major payroll solution, i.e., Workday, PeopleSoft, ADP or an enterprise-scale payroll system * 5+ years experience overseeing a complex, large-volume multi-state payroll function. * Experience with payroll tax reporting/filing, including taxation of foreign nationals, non-resident aliens and expatriates. * Strong expertise in HR/Payroll databases and processes, data interfaces, and query/data source tools; * Must possess a high standard for customer service with excellent consulting, interpersonal, follow-up; communication and time management skills * Must be ready and willing to take initiative and follow through on assignments in a fast-paced and demanding environment * Deadline and results driven * Ability to successfully manage multiple projects and tasks at the same time * Ability to work collaboratively as a team member * Advanced knowledge of Excel * Understanding of administration of payroll taxes and garnishments * Must be detail-oriented, self-disciplined and highly motivated * Project a professional image, a discreet work manner and possess a high level of confidentiality