Payroll Manager

We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to lead payroll operations for a large, multi-state workforce. This position ensures employees are paid accurately and on schedule while maintaining compliance with applicable wage, tax, and reporting requirements. The role works closely with partners across HR, Finance, IT, and Operations to address payroll matters, strengthen controls, and improve overall payroll support.

Responsibilities:

• Direct payroll administration for hourly and salaried employees across multiple pay groups, locations, and pay schedules.

• Monitor payroll practices to ensure alignment with federal, state, and local requirements.

• Oversee payroll tax activity, including filings, account reconciliations, annual wage statements, and year-end close processes.

• Produce, review, and interpret payroll reports to support business decisions, audits, and issue resolution.

• Collaborate with Finance, Human Resources, IT, and Operations teams to investigate questions, resolve discrepancies, and maintain smooth payroll service.

• Coach and develop payroll team members by assigning progressive responsibilities and supporting ongoing skill growth.

• Partner with internal stakeholders and external vendors on payroll, timekeeping, and related system updates, including testing and troubleshooting to reduce operational disruption.

• Support internal and external audit requests by preparing schedules, reconciliations, and required payroll documentation.

• 5+ years of payroll experience, including time in a supervisory or leadership capacity.

• Background managing full-cycle payroll in a high-volume environment.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline preferred

• Certified Payroll (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) is preferred.