Payroll Manager

UNIQLO•Lyndhurst, NJ

22d•$140,000 - $146,000

About The Position

The Payroll Manager is responsible for overseeing end-to-end payroll processing across all pay cycles while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and a best-in-class employee experience. Reporting to the Director of Payroll & HRIS, this role serves as a subject matter expert in payroll operations, including tax regulations, audits, and system optimization. This individual will manage payroll operations through ADP Enterprise V6 (EV6) and Workforce Software (WFS), lead a small team, and support cross-functional initiatives in partnership with HR, Finance, and other business stakeholders. The role also plays a key part in continuous process improvement, reporting, and compliance with federal, state, and local payroll requirements.

Requirements

Proven experience in payroll processing and payroll operations management
Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations
Experience managing payroll audits, compliance, and reporting
Experience with ADP Enterprise Version 6 (EV6), ADP Reporting (ADPR), and ADP GL
Experience with Workforce Software (WFS)
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
Excellent organizational and project management skills
Effective communication skills with the ability to partner across functions
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred
Prior team management experience preferred

Responsibilities

Oversee end-to-end payroll processing for weekly, biweekly, and monthly pay cycles
Manage and develop the payroll team (including Payroll Administrators) and coordinate with ADP MPS
Maintain payroll accuracy through audits, reconciliations, and detailed reporting
Process manual payroll calculations, adjustments, and upload files as needed
Track and resolve payroll issues, including overpayments and repayments
Lead quarter-end and year-end payroll activities, including W-2 processing and distribution
Manage payroll tax setup, compliance, and resolution of complex federal and multi-state tax issues
Handle tax notices and maintain relationships with federal, state, and local agencies
Oversee amendments, including W-2C processing
Generate and analyze payroll reports for Payroll, Finance, HR, and senior leadership
Partner with Finance on GL reporting, accruals, and discrepancy resolution
Support strategic HR and Payroll projects (e.g., system implementations, compliance initiatives, process harmonization)
Develop and document payroll processes, identifying opportunities for efficiency and improvement
Ensure proper deployment of payroll-related policies (e.g., direct deposit, employee tax elections)
Provide responsive, high-quality support to stores and internal stakeholders on payroll matters