Payroll and HRIS Manager
About The Position
As the Payroll and HRIS Manager, you will lead and elevate our payroll and systems operations across multiple states and a diverse workforce—spanning in‑office, hybrid, and remote team members nationwide. In this influential position, you’ll serve as a key leader within the HR organization and a strategic partner to the HR Operations Director. Your work will ensure our payroll runs flawlessly, our systems operate at peak efficiency, and our practices remain fully compliant with multi‑state labor laws. You’ll be the go‑to expert for team members and leaders alike, offering guidance, insight, and solutions that keep our people supported and our business moving forward. Collaboration is at the heart of this role. You’ll work closely with HR, Finance, and organizational leadership to streamline processes, strengthen internal controls, and enhance the overall employee experience. If you thrive in a fast‑paced environment, enjoy optimizing systems, and want to make a meaningful impact across a growing organization, this is an opportunity to lead with purpose and shape the future of our HR operations.
Requirements
- BS in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting or a related field of study.
- 7+ years of full-cycle U.S. payroll experience, including multi-state complexity, systems ownership, and compliance leadership.
- Thorough knowledge of federal and state regulations.
- Experience advising leadership on multi-state taxation, including remote employee taxation. Experience setting up new states.
- Expertise in long-term incentive taxation and determining eligible compensation for 401(k) contributions.
- Ability to quickly learn and own complex systems and regulations, with a strong eye for detail and accuracy.
- Analytically driven, with advanced computer and problem-solving skills.
- Advanced proficiency in HRIS, experience with ADP Workforce Now strongly preferred.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a professional services environment is ideal.
- Experience with mergers and acquisitions preferred.
- Eagerness to take on national scope as our footprint expands.
- HR certification (e.g., CCP, CBP, SHRM-CP, or PHR) is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Oversee end-to-end payroll processing for a multi-state workforce, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.
- Supervise HR/Payroll coordinator.
- Manage payroll tax filings, garnishments, and deductions.
- Set up new tax jurisdictions as needed.
- Advise and lead the launch into new states, ensuring compliance.
- Build scalable payroll processes, documentation, and internal controls.
- Ensure the accuracy of HRIS and payroll data.
- Ensure integration between ADP and timekeeping system (Deltek), as well as other external systems. Analyze and resolve discrepancies.
- Conduct internal auditing and quality control efforts.
- Ensure that ADP is being utilized to its fullest capability and that HR team members are supported with training and assistance with troubleshooting issues.
- Develop and execute the HRIS and HR technology strategy in alignment with the company’s goals and objectives.
- Support annual performance reviews and workforce planning initiatives.
- Engage and foster the growth of CPL team members: provide encouragement and regular feedback; and serve as a mentor/example for all levels of the team.
- Manage/oversee career conversations with your team on an established schedule (annual career conversations, regular check-ins, and the development of career plans for each team member).
- Influence your team through effective communication.
Benefits
- Internal Mobility & Career Advancement
- Healthcare for you and your family including spouse coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision & Prescription insurances. Single Plans with 100% paid premium
- Flexible Time Off + 8 Holidays a year
- Retirement Savings Plan - Contribution from CPL to grow your retirement funds.
- Tuition Assistance: You may be eligible for continuing education assistance.
- Student Loan Assistance Program: CPL will contribute up to a maximum of $100 a month for 5 years ($6,000 total) towards student loan debt.
- Licensure Assistance
- Long-Term Disability Insurance Company/team member premium sharing
- Flexible Spending Account $5,000 dependent childcare annually paid 100% by team member pre-taxes.
- FREE Life Insurance and AD+D Insurance
- Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
