Senior Payroll Manager - United Center

Compass Group · United States

Salary: 85000 - 95000 / year Different perspectives make us better. We’re committed to creating an equal opportunity and fair treatment environment, where learning and growing together is just part of our every day. An environment where you can be your authentic self. About Levy The disruptor in defining the sports and entertainment hospitality experience, Levy is recognized as the market leader and most critically acclaimed hospitality company in its industry. Twice named one of the 10 most innovative companies in sports by Fast Company magazine and one of the top three Best Employers for Diversity in America by Forbes, Levy’s diverse portfolio includes award-winning restaurants; iconic sports and entertainment venues, zoos and cultural institutions, theaters, and convention centers; as well as the Super Bowl, Grammy Awards, US Open Tennis Tournament, Kentucky Derby, and NHL, MLB, NBA, NFL, and MLS All-Star Games. - Act as a subject matter expert for payroll & labor compliance within the United Center operation. Work Schedule

• Flexible work schedule required based on event activity, payroll processing deadlines, & business needs.
• Monday–Friday Event Days: Typical schedule is from approximately 9:00 AM through employee check-in typically 5:30 PM.
• Monday–Friday Non-Event Days: Standard schedule is 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
• Payroll Close Weekend: Expected to work a half-day shift on either Saturday or Sunday during payroll close periods.
• Schedule may vary based on payroll deadlines, operational needs, & special events at the United Center.

• Manage payroll processing for large-scale hourly union & non-union employees.
• Ensure payroll accuracy related to union contracts, including wages, overtime, premiums, differentials, benefits contributions, & dues.
• Interpret & apply collective bargaining agreements to payroll practices & resolve payroll-related labor questions.
• Oversee timekeeping systems, audits, corrections, & approvals in partnership with operations leadership.
• Process payroll deductions, adjustments, retroactive pay, bonuses, garnishments, verifications of employment & employment status changes.
• Prepare & reconcile payroll reports; partner with Finance on labor reporting & budget tracking.
• Ensure compliance with FLSA, Illinois labor laws, & internal payroll controls.
• Guidance to managers on labor, timekeeping & payroll compliance
• Serve as a point of contact for employees & managers regarding payroll, pay discrepancies, & compensation questions.

• Support workplace injury reporting, including coordinating documentation & communication with HR, Operations managers, Home Office & Compass Risk Management.
• Assist in tracking injury-related payroll impacts such as missed shifts & modified duty.
• Support reasonable suspicion processes related to potential on-the-job impairment, including documentation coordination & compliance with company policy & union agreements.
• Partner with location Loss Prevention Coordinators, HR, Operations & Compass Risk Management team to ensure consistent handling, documentation related to injury & reasonable suspicion situations.

• Continuously evaluate payroll practices for efficiency, accuracy, & compliance.
• Train on payroll policies, union pay rules, & timekeeping best practices.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Finance, Accounting, or related field (or equivalent experience) preferred.
• Proficient computer skills.
• 5+ years of payroll management experience required, preferably in a unionized environment.
• Strong working knowledge of payroll laws, wage & hour regulations, & collective bargaining agreements.
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage complex, high-volume payrolls.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively with union representatives, managers, & leadership.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Flexible Time Off Plan
• Paid Parental Leave
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Personal Leave
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)