Senior Payroll Manager

Senior Payroll Manager

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Payroll Manager to lead and oversee U.S. payroll operations across multiple jurisdictions. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing while driving operational excellence and supporting complex compensation practices. If you are a payroll expert who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and enjoys leading high-performing teams, this opportunity is for you.

Salary: $110,000 - $145,000

Why Work Here:

• Make a strategic impact – Play a key leadership role influencing compensation strategy, payroll operations, and organizational success
• Lead and develop a strong team – Mentor and grow payroll professionals while building efficient, scalable processes
• Work with a collaborative leadership team – Partner closely with Finance, HR, and executive leadership on high-level initiatives
• Complex and rewarding environment – Manage multi-state payroll operations and sophisticated compensation structures
• Stability and growth – Join an established organization that values expertise, innovation, and operational excellence

Responsibilities of the Senior Payroll Manager

• Strong knowledge of payroll regulations, wage & hour laws, and multi-state payroll practices
• Experience with payroll systems such as ADP, Workday, UKG, or similar platforms
• Workday Payroll Integration, Absence, Time Tracking, and reporting experience is a plus
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Proven ability to manage and motivate a high-performing team
• Strategic mindset with strong attention to detail
• High level of discretion and commitment to confidentiality

Preferred Qualifications for the Senior Payroll Manager

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
• 3–5+ years in a payroll management role