Payroll Manager

Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority•Raleigh, NC

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About The Position

The Payroll Manager leads day-to-day payroll operations and serves as the HRIS System Administrator for the Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority. The role ensures employees are paid accurately and on schedule, and that payroll operations comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations. It also focuses on improving processes, strengthening controls, and creating efficiencies. As the primary UKG Payroll and HRIS System Administrator, this position oversees system configuration, security, workflows, data integrity, and functionality. The manager works with Human Resources, Finance, and other departments to provide reporting and audit support, resolve issues, and improve alignment across payroll, benefits, and compensation. The role supervises and develops payroll staff and provides system training and ongoing support to employees, managers, and HR staff. The stated minimum compensation is $86,439; the maximum is based on experience.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, or equivalent years of related experience.
At least 5 years of payroll processing and HRIS experience.
At least 2 years of direct people management experience.
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification, or ability to obtain it within 1 year of the start date.

Nice To Haves

At least 7 years of payroll processing and HRIS experience.
At least 4 years of direct people management experience.
Experience with UKG or a similar HRIS.

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee biweekly payroll processing and monthly, quarterly, and annual payroll activities, ensuring accuracy and timely completion.
Ensure compliance with payroll laws, tax regulations, reporting requirements, and year-end filings, including W-2s and 1095-Cs.
Serve as the primary UKG Payroll and HRIS System Administrator, overseeing configuration, security, workflows, data integrity, and system functionality.
Manage and support UKG Payroll, Time Management, Benefits, Talent Management, and Recruiting/Onboarding modules, including their performance and integration.
Identify and implement ways to streamline payroll and HRIS processes, improve efficiency, automate workflows, and enhance system capabilities.
Develop and maintain UKG Business Intelligence reports, dashboards, and automated alerts for reporting, data analysis, and decision-making.
Establish and maintain payroll controls, resolve discrepancies, and support internal and external audits.
Supervise, mentor, and develop payroll staff, providing guidance, training, and oversight.
Partner with Human Resources, Finance, and other departments to address payroll and HRIS needs, resolve issues, and align payroll, benefits, and compensation processes.
Serve as the organization's payroll and HRIS subject-matter expert, providing training, troubleshooting, and ongoing support to employees, managers, and HR staff.