Payroll Manager Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least five years of experience processing payroll.
• At least three years of prior experience leading teams.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop large payroll teams of ten or more employees into highly functioning teams.
• Prior experience with HR/payroll ERP, time, and general ledger systems.
• Strong knowledge of payroll and tax practices and compliance.
• Experience with HR administration and general knowledge of HR functions, such as policy, compensation, employee relations, benefits, and performance management.
• Strong knowledge of applicable federal and state labor compliance laws and regulations affecting payroll, including FLSA and FMLA.
• Interpersonal skills to build effective relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Exposure to HR and/or case management technologies, such as case management and human capital management systems.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Team-oriented attitude.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Superior customer service skills.
• Basic accounting skills.
• Excellent processing skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Workday and Kronos Workforce Central.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification.
• Membership in a professional payroll organization.

Responsibilities

• Implement, maintain, and review payroll processing systems to ensure timely and accurate processing of salaries, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and other deductions.
• Identify and recommend updates to payroll processing software, systems, and procedures.
• Manage staff time and attendance, training, coaching, and discipline; develop team members.
• Foster a team environment that supports ownership of work, involvement, and process improvement.
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll updates, including new hires, terminations, and pay-rate changes.
• Prepare and maintain accurate records and reports of payroll transactions.
• Monitor changes in legal, regulatory, and governmental requirements affecting payroll, including wage and hour, garnishments, taxes, 401(k), and other benefit deductions.
• Liaise with auditors and manage payroll-related audits by providing records and documentation.
• Manage individual performance through goal planning, regular feedback, growth opportunities, and performance conversations.
• Coordinate team projects and drive results through task delegation and follow-up.
• Protect confidential information and maintain employee confidence in payroll operations.
• Collaborate with finance and HR teams on reporting, general ledger matters, and special projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.