Payroll Supervisor Cover Letter

I would like to submit my application for the payroll supervisor opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

Previously, I was responsible for direction on rules and procedures, Federal, state and local laws and regulations involving payroll.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Excellent organization, problem-solving, supervision, computer and analytical skills
• Willingness to challenge existing practices and suggest improvements
• CPP Certification Highly Preferred
• In depth knowledge of payroll best practices including bi-weekly payroll processing, relocations, bonuses, SERPs, In depth knowledge of federal, local, and state requirements and regulations
• Strong experience establishing and enforcing payroll policies, procedures, and practices
• Proficient knowledge in working in various payroll systems and components
• Project management experience in implementing payroll systems preferred
• Demonstrated experience with payroll systems and processes for a medium to large organization, will be processing payroll for 3,000+ employees

I would like to submit my application for the payroll supervisor opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

Previously, I was responsible for guidance and direction to Payroll colleagues for various Federal, State, and Local legislations.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Experience with in-house Payroll departments strongly preferred
• Advanced proficiency in ADP Workforce Now and Microsoft Excel
• Experience with mainstream payroll systems (Workday, ADP, Ceridian)
• Company offers great work/life balance and PTO***
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word Flexible when need be
• Able to work overtime on Mondays or other payroll processing days
• Supervised at least 2 direct reports
• CPP and/or CPA certification strongly preferred

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the payroll supervisor position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for accurate processing of complex payroll data and documents to assure precise and timely compensation of District employees while complying with Federal and State laws, Negotiated Agreements, and District policy.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Experience with UltiPro highly preferred and automated time and attendance systems such as Kronos Timekeeper
• Computer literacy with proficiency in Excel and Word
• Other job related tasks as needed or assigned
• High volume payroll experience through ADP Workforce Now strongly preferred
• Interpret new legislation impacting payroll
• Performance manage and develop payroll staff
• Supervisory experience of at least 3 direct reports
• Experience managing relationships with 3rd party vendors

Please consider me for the payroll supervisor opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In the previous role, I was responsible for direction to management and staff on company rules and procedures, Federal, country and local laws and regulations involving payroll.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Lawson and ADP experience is preferred
• Supervisory experience (at least one direct report)
• High volume (Company has 3.000 multi-state employees)
• Large scale, high quality data management experience
• Experience with HR systems and technology
• Knowledge of ensuring compliance in a field with complex US federal and state regulations
• Strong general accounting foundation with journal entries, GL
• Experience with hourly time systems (e.g., e-time, SAP, ) which feed into the payroll system and a large hourly population for payroll preferred

I am excited to be applying for the position of payroll supervisor. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for payroll information to state and federal government agencies.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel is mandatory
• Proficient with spreadsheet and word-processing applications
• Significant knowledge of computerized accounting systems, mainframe interactions and software interfaces
• General familiarity with the basic agreements of all U.S. talent guilds and unions, understanding of the rules governing the calculation of residuals or pension and health contributions
• Demonstrated critical thinking and supervisory leadership expertise in all payroll programs and processes
• Knowledge of Ultipro, Workday and Kronos strongly preferred
• Some experience with audit procedures, tax and accounting practices is preferred
• HR Systems including Oracle HCM