Payroll Manager

Aston Carter•Village of Tarrytown, NY

5d•$55 - $60•Hybrid

About The Position

The Payroll Manager will provide hands-on leadership and temporary management coverage for end-to-end payroll operations in a large, complex, multi-jurisdictional environment. This role ensures accurate and timely payroll processing, supports an ongoing Oracle implementation, and maintains high standards of compliance, service, and operational continuity during a period of transition and heavy workload.

Requirements

At least 5 years of payroll experience within a large, complex organization.
10+ years of full-cycle payroll experience, including multi-state payroll processing.
5+ years of management experience in payroll or closely related functions.
Strong, hands-on expertise in end-to-end payroll processing and payroll operations.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, formulas, and macros.
Demonstrated experience with payroll tax, payroll processing, reconciliation, and reporting.
Proven ability to break down complex information, analyze payroll and financial data, and clearly communicate findings.
Experience managing multiple projects and assignments while meeting deadlines and delivering high-quality results.
Strong knowledge of federal, state, provincial, and local payroll regulations and compliance requirements.
Experience conducting internal payroll audits and supporting month-end and quarter-end close activities.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with Oracle and Oracle Time & Labor (OTL) is preferred.
Experience with payroll or HRIS systems such as PeopleSoft, SAP, and Kronos.
Experience in Accounting, Finance, or related fields supporting payroll processes and reconciliation.
Experience driving continuous improvement initiatives and redesigning processes for efficiency and control.
Strong communication skills with the ability to clearly explain payroll issues and resolutions to non-technical stakeholders.
Proven ability to support system implementations or upgrades, including testing and validation of payroll-related modules.
Comfort working in a high-volume environment supporting payroll for thousands of employees across multiple states and countries.
Ability to work effectively as a direct individual contributor within a small, collaborative payroll team.

Responsibilities

Oversee and support end-to-end payroll processing to ensure accurate and timely pay for employees across multiple jurisdictions in the United States and Canada.
Provide backup support to payroll team members on daily payroll tasks to maintain accuracy, continuity, and adherence to established deadlines.
Contribute to month-end and quarter-end close activities, including payroll-related reconciliations, documentation, and internal reporting requirements.
Perform system testing for Oracle Time & Labor (OTL), Payroll modules, and other system enhancements or special projects to validate accuracy, functionality, and readiness for production.
Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, provincial, and local payroll regulations, including tax laws and reporting requirements.
Stay current with legislative and regulatory changes affecting payroll and implement necessary updates to payroll processes and policies.
Conduct routine internal payroll audits to verify compliance with tax regulations, company policies, and other payroll-related requirements.
Provide backup support in handling employee payroll inquiries and escalations, ensuring timely, accurate, and professional resolution.
Support continuous improvement efforts by identifying opportunities to streamline and redesign payroll processes for greater efficiency and control.
Analyze complex payroll data, break down information into clear insights, and communicate findings effectively to stakeholders.
Manage multiple payroll-related projects and assignments simultaneously, prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines and deliver consistent results.
Collaborate closely with Accounting and Finance teams during close cycles and system implementation activities.
Perform other payroll-related duties as assigned to support overall departmental needs and the success of the Oracle implementation.