Payroll Supervisor​/Manager​/Director

Payroll Manager

Location:

Carson, CA (On-site)

Our client is a growing, dynamic organization in the Carson area seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to lead and oversee in-house payroll operations for a large, complex workforce. This is a hands-on leadership role for a detail-oriented payroll professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and brings deep expertise in payroll compliance, union payroll, and multi-state operations.

The ideal candidate will have strong leadership capabilities, a commitment to accuracy, and the ability to partner cross-functionally while ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.

• Oversee and manage in-house payroll processing for 800+ employees, including union and non-union staff
• Supervise weekly and bi-weekly payroll cycles, ensuring accuracy of wages, benefits, garnishments, and tax deductions
• Ensure compliance with multi-state payroll tax laws, wage and hour regulations, and union labor agreements
• Reconcile payroll tax submissions and manage quarterly and annual filings, including W-2s
• Prepare payroll documentation and reports for audits, workers' compensation reviews, and union contract requirements
• Serve as the primary escalation point for payroll inquiries and discrepancy resolution
• Partner with HR, Finance, and Operations to support payroll-related initiatives
• Identify and implement process improvements to streamline payroll operations and increase efficiency
• Maintain and update payroll systems in alignment with current regulations and company policies
• Train, mentor, and develop payroll staff to support operational excellence and team growth

• 5+ years of in-house payroll experience, including leadership or supervisory responsibilities
• Proven experience managing payroll for large employee populations (1,000+ employees)
• Strong knowledge of union payroll, multi-state payroll compliance, and wage & hour laws
• Experience with payroll tax filings, audits, and regulatory reporting
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and confidentiality
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Payroll certification (CPP or FPC) preferred

• Join a growing and forward-thinking company
• Leadership role with the ability to make an impact
• Stable, long-term opportunity with room for professional growth