Manager Payroll Operations

Republic Services•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

POSITION SUMMARY: The Payroll Manager supports the Payroll Director in developing and maintaining internal policy documentation related to payroll operations. This role ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations impacting payroll practices. The Payroll Manager reviews and approves requests for new pay and deduction types, including configuration testing workbooks, and leads a team to resolve payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries promptly and accurately. The position requires close collaboration with HR Management, Total Rewards, HRIS, Field Management, and cross-functional teams such as Payroll Tax, Union Health & Welfare and Prevailing Wage. PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES: Oversee all payroll processing, including regular cycles and off-cycle runs, for a workforce of over 42,000 employees. Ensure compliance with established payroll processes, audits, and validations to guarantee timely and accurate employee payments. Manage a team by setting goals, conducting performance evaluations, and providing ongoing coaching and development. Distribute workload effectively, establish expectations, and monitor deadlines to maintain payroll accuracy and timeliness. Proactively identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and implement enhancements to payroll processes. Partner with the Payroll Director on acquisitions, company policy updates, and process changes to ensure payroll accuracy. Collaborate closely with HR Management, Total Rewards, HRIS, Field Management, and other payroll-related teams. Perform other non-essential duties as assigned or required.

Requirements

2 years of union payroll/health & welfare processing experience
2 years in Workday payroll
Leadership: Ability to inspire, coach, and manage a team effectively.
Compliance: Deep understanding of payroll laws and regulations.
Analytical Thinking: Strong problem-solving and process improvement skills.
Collaboration: Skilled at building relationships across HR and payroll functions.
Attention to Detail: Ensures accuracy in payroll processing and documentation.

Nice To Haves

Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
Experience managing large-scale payroll operations (40,000+ employees preferred).
Proficiency with payroll systems and HRIS platforms.
Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work collaboratively across multiple teams and departments

Responsibilities

Oversee all payroll processing, including regular cycles and off-cycle runs, for a workforce of over 42,000 employees.
Ensure compliance with established payroll processes, audits, and validations to guarantee timely and accurate employee payments.
Manage a team by setting goals, conducting performance evaluations, and providing ongoing coaching and development.
Distribute workload effectively, establish expectations, and monitor deadlines to maintain payroll accuracy and timeliness.
Proactively identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and implement enhancements to payroll processes.
Partner with the Payroll Director on acquisitions, company policy updates, and process changes to ensure payroll accuracy.
Collaborate closely with HR Management, Total Rewards, HRIS, Field Management, and other payroll-related teams.
Perform other non-essential duties as assigned or required.