Payroll Manager

Dungarvin•Mendota Heights, MN

9h•Hybrid

About The Position

Are you a seasoned payroll professional ready to lead and enhance payroll operations for a large, multi-state organization? Dungarvin is seeking a Payroll Manager to oversee payroll processes for 6,500 employees. You’ll manage a team of 4 staff, step in for complex tasks, and collaborate closely with HR, accounting, and leadership. This role focuses on process improvement, compliance, system rollouts, and strategic payroll initiatives, making it ideal for someone who thrives on problem-solving, leading projects, and driving operational excellence.

Requirements

10 years of expertise in managing payroll and taxation across multiple locations.
Proven experience as a Payroll Manager or in a similar leadership role.
Technical proficiency with Workday payroll software.
Excellent understanding of multistate payroll tax laws and regulations.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s or associate’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Human Resources, Finance, or a related field.
Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics accounting software and proficiency in accounting practices.
Professional certifications: Certified Payroll Professional (CPP), Certified Payroll Manager (CPM), Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC), or other relevant payroll/HR credentials.

Responsibilities

Payroll Leadership & Oversight: Manage the payroll department, ensure accurate and timely payroll processing, and provide guidance to staff.
Process & System Improvement: Lead rollouts of Workday, train staff, and optimize payroll processes for efficiency.
Compliance & Accounting Support: Ensure multistate payroll compliance, assist with audits, handle month-end reconciliations, and collaborate with accounting on payroll integration.
Acquisition & Audit Support: Oversee payroll integration during acquisitions and support payroll audits to ensure accuracy.
Team Development: Mentor and coach payroll staff to elevate performance, instill best practices, and foster a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Compensation: $106,100 Annually Fixed Rate
Work Environment: Hybrid 3-4 days in the office (During Orientation period the expectation is 4 days in Mendota Heights Office)
Team Culture: The payroll team is collaborative, high-performing, detail-oriented, and adaptable, with a positive, supportive culture that values mentorship, professional growth, and embracing new systems and processes.
Work Schedule: Monday- Friday 8 AM - 5 PM CST, Flexibility available.
401 K plan with up to 3% employer match after one year of service.
Pet Insurance: Coverage options available.
Time Away: PTO that increases with tenure, PTO donation options.
Insurance & Health: Medical, dental, vision (domestic partners eligible for dental), pet insurance, long-term disability & life insurance at no cost, plus supplemental insurance options, FSA, and HSA
Employee Perks: National Brand Discounts, Employee Referral Program, Employee Assistance Program and access to Tapcheck (get 50% of your pay before payday)
Job Mobility: Opportunities within Dungarvin’s 15 states of service