Payroll Manager

SkyWater Technology Foundry, Inc. • Bloomington, MN

11d • $90,000 - $120,000

About The Position

The Payroll Manager ensures accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing across multiple states and employee types, supporting a federal contractor environment with strict audit and reporting requirements. This role strengthens payroll operations through disciplined validation routines, proactive issue resolution, and high-quality employee support. The Payroll Manager partners closely with Benefits, HR Technology, and site leadership to maintain a seamless employee experience and reduce operational risk.

Requirements

• Payroll certification or associate’s degree, or relevant years of experience
• 5+ years of payroll experience in a multi-state environment
• Experience with modern HRIS / payroll system (Dayforce preferred)
• Experience in a 24x7 or manufacturing environment with hourly workforce environment
• Strong Excel skills
• US Person required
• Office-based computer work for long periods of time
• Sitting and standing for long periods of time

Responsibilities

• Process biweekly payroll for multi-state hourly and salaried employees, ensuring accuracy in earnings, overtime, shift differentials, holiday pay, and premium calculations
• Execute a structured pre‑payroll validation process
• Perform post‑payroll audits to confirm correct taxation, garnishments, benefit deductions, and employer contributions
• Maintain strict adherence to payroll deadlines
• Research and resolve payroll discrepancies quickly and professionally, including overpayments, underpayments, tax issues, and timekeeping errors
• Conduct root‑cause analysis on recurring issues and implement corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence
• Partner with HR Technology to test system updates, configuration changes, and new workflows
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws, including MN ESST, MN overtime rules, and FLSA requirements
• Support federal‑contractor payroll obligations, including accurate tracking of hours, premiums, and wage determinations
• Maintain audit-ready documentation for payroll cycles, adjustments, and approvals
• Assist with quarterly and annual tax filings, W‑2 accuracy, and year‑end reconciliation
• Serve as a primary point of contact for payroll questions, providing clear, timely, and empathetic communication
• Educate employees and leaders on timekeeping expectations, pay policies, and payroll processes
• Support New Hire Orientation with payroll setup, direct deposit, and tax forms
• Coordinate with Benefits on deductions, arrears, employer match timing, and eligibility changes
• Validate 401(k) contributions and employer match accuracy each pay cycle
• Support open enrollment, life event processing, and benefits audits as needed
• Maintain accurate employee records in the HRIS and ensure data integrity across systems
• Recommend and implement process improvements to strengthen payroll accuracy, efficiency, and controls
• Maintain and update payroll SOPs, checklists, and validation tools
• Participate in cross-functional projects, including M&A integration, system enhancements, and policy updates.

Benefits

• SkyWater offers competitive salary and an opportunity to participate in incentive plans as well other employee financial benefits including 401k match, life insurance and opportunities to purchase SkyWater stock at a discounted rate.
• Additionally, SkyWater offers a comprehensive benefits package which promotes a healthy life. This includes benefit eligibility day one, medical, dental, mental health benefits, vision, legal planning, short- and long-term disability, paid time off, paid holidays, an on-site fitness facility, and an on-site self-serve market.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees