Payroll Manager

 

Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment creates bold, authentic, and unforgettable experiences that redefine sports, entertainment, and hospitality, The Brooklyn Way. As the parent company of marquee properties including the Brooklyn Nets, NY Liberty and Barclays Center, Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment operates at the intersection of live entertainment, premium hospitality, and community engagement.   

As it expands its existing portfolio, Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment now includes a media portfolio including Type.Set.Brooklyn and BK Mag, as well as Brooklyn Wine Club, and a hospitality business developing several location-based entertainment properties.   

Whether on the court, on stage, or in the workplace, Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment is driven by a pursuit of excellence—constantly evolving, innovating, and pushing boundaries to elevate its business and expand its fan base. The company is deeply committed to fostering a culture of belonging and inclusion, both internally and across its communities, ensuring that every interaction reflects its values of growth mindset, integrity, accountability and care.  

We are guided by our core values: 

• Integrity: Be intellectually honest at all times. Demonstrate the highest professional and ethical standards.
• Care: Care for everything and everyone around us. Practice empathy, respect, and inclusion to promote an environment of excellence and success.
• Growth Mindset: Develop ourselves and those around us. Experiment, learn, and improve from everything we do.
• Accountability: Deliver on our word, take responsibility for our actions, and work in the interest of our team.

SUMMARY

Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment seeks a highly professional and organized Payroll Manager with solid experience overseeing accurate and timely processing of hourly payroll as the primary focus, with salary payroll and maintenance activities as a secondary responsibility. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of payroll regulations and practices, excellent analytical and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.

Under general direction, this role is responsible for preparing hourly payroll, supporting occasional salary payroll, and completing payroll reporting and auditing on a semi‑monthly basis. This position reports to the Senior Payroll Manager.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Payroll Processing & Administration

• Manage payroll for salaried pay groups.
• Process payroll on a semi‑monthly schedule across multiple pay groups and FEINs.
• Run per diem payroll as needed.
• Review and update direct deposit information for active employees and new hires.
• Maintain the payroll schedule for the company and within UKG.
• Work directly with the payroll vendor on system‑related issues and enhancements.
• Verify payroll accuracy and ensure compliance with accounting principles and labor regulations.
• Prepare General Ledger files each pay period for semi‑monthly payroll groups.
• Maintain paystub and authorization listings for Players.

Compliance, Tax, & Audit Support

• Track and block applicable taxes for hourly VISA employees.
• Update and maintain garnishment records for all employees.
• Participate in payroll auditing projects to ensure compliance.
• Support finance reporting requests, including assisting with year‑end audits.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Partner with HR on payroll matters including new hires, terminations, compensation changes, benefits updates, and maintaining employee data integrity.

Employee Service & Special Projects

• Provide exceptional customer service by addressing employee payroll inquiries and delivering timely, accurate information.
• Complete special projects as needed.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree required.
• 5–7+ years of payroll processing experience required.
• Direct experience with payroll processing software; UltiPro/UKG preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with strong numerical and financial data capabilities.
• Strong analytical mindset and ability to translate business questions into payroll/HR reporting.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.

WHO YOU ARE

• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.
• A flexible, dependable team player who consistently acts with integrity and respect.
• Skilled in building and sustaining productive, positive relationships through strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Effective at managing time, prioritizing tasks, and operating efficiently when goals and expectations are clearly defined

COMPENSATION

• $73,000 - $100,000 

Full-time employees are eligible for a robust slate of total rewards, including:

• Bonus eligibility
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage; HSA and FSA eligibility
• 401k Employer Match at 4%
• Competitive PTO policy & Company Holidays
• Parental leave policy eligible after 6 months of service
• Access to events at Barclays Center, subject to ticket availability
• Free lunch onsite Monday - Thursday; onsite barista bar
• And more!

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Works primarily in an office environment and may be expected to contribute additional hours to meet payroll deadlines or support system implementations.

Travel Requirements: n/a

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) Employer. It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of the Company not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion/creed, gender, gender identity, transgender status, pregnancy and lactation accommodations, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage, immigration, or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, height and weight, arrest or conviction record, caregiver status, credit history, unemployment status, sexual and reproductive health decisions, salary history, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking, and sex offenses, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state or local laws.