Payroll Coordinator

For seven decades, Herschend Enterprises, a family of companies focused on family entertainment has operated with the purpose to bring families closer together by Creating Memories Worth Repeating®, and today is considered the largest family-owned themed attractions corporation.

More than 12,000 employees work daily to create wholesome, immersive entertainment experiences with soul and depth. Experiences for every generation of the family. Sometimes thrilling. Sometimes lighthearted. Always distinctive. Our award-winning theme parks, entertainment and attractions aim to inspire happiness and family bonding.

Herschend is an equal opportunity employer that strives to provide a workplace where every host, guest, and partner feels welcome, valued, and loved. We firmly believe that words and actions matter, which is why all individuals are to be treated equally and with respect. 

The Payroll Coordinator is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of multi-state payroll for Herschend Family Entertainment properties in a fast-paced, high volume environment. 

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly payroll for Herschend Family Entertainment properties ensuring that employees are paid properly and timely.
• Ensure hours worked are approved and reported properly for Herschend Family Entertainment properties.
• Ensure information related to payroll deductions and other pay is entered accurately.
• Handle employee garnishments and earnings verifications in a timely and accurate manner and in compliance with legal requirements and Company policy.
• Process all payroll related information in compliance with federal, state and local laws and company policy.
• Balance customer service to employees and property management with efficiency of operation.
• Work with and through others to obtain compliance with payroll timelines and procedures.
• Ensure the timeliness of payroll for Herschend Family Entertainment properties.
• Ensure payroll records are retained in an efficient organized manner in accordance with legal requirements and Company record retention policy.
• Distribute weekly and bi-weekly labor reports to Herschend Family Entertainment property management.
• Ensure detail of assigned balance sheet accounts are reconciled to the general ledger each period.
• Maintain complete confidentiality of employee information.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Skills

• Experience with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word
• Experience with UKG Pro preferred
• Experience with labor reporting systems (KRONOS) preferred

Experience

• 1 year of payroll experience using computerized payroll and general ledger systems