Payroll Manager

The Payroll Manager is a functional expert and engaging leader who delivers flawless end-to-end payroll services to 4,000 employees across multiple companies and locations in the U.S. This includes payroll processing, tax activities, accounting reconciliation, internal controls, and compliance.

• Lead and engage the Payroll team, providing coaching and development to team members to enhance their skills and align individual growth with department performance.
• Oversee the payroll process, maintaining policies, procedures and controls to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing for all employees.
• Apply expert‑level knowledge and problem‑solving skills to promptly resolve discrepancies and escalated issues.
• Manage tax filings/payments/issues internally and in collaboration with ADP.
• Assist and support Accounting department partners regarding payroll transactions and GL reconciliation.
• Deploy internal controls, reporting and audit procedures to ensure operational compliance and identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional partners to optimize payroll‑relevant technology systems, including SAP, UKG, ADP, and Workday.
• Serve as project business lead or project team member for upgrade and technology implementation initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant government regulations related to payroll, including meeting all government reporting requirements for payroll taxes, withholding and employer contributions.
• Engage with the professional community to maintain currency with industry trends, best practices, technologies and the regulatory landscape.

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance, Business Administration or a related discipline.
• A minimum of 6 years of experience of multi‑state payroll processing for a mid‑sized or larger company.
• A minimum of 5 years managing a payroll team, with a track record of efficacy leading, coaching, and motivating individuals to perform as a high‑functioning team.
• Deep subject‑matter expertise in payroll functional operations and practices, including employment tax, wage garnishments, labor reporting, and legal and regulatory compliance.
• Thorough working knowledge of payroll‑relevant technologies (we use SAP, UKG, ADP, and Workday), as well as proactive habits to keep abreast of best‑in‑class and emerging technologies.
• Proven ability to manage multiple, detailed tasks simultaneously, while staying focused on key priorities, timelines, and managing a team.
• Previous experience with payroll system migrations or implementations.
• A passionate professional who engages in the payroll practitioner community and participates in continual education.
• Superior collaboration, communication, and change management skills.

• Wellness Programs
• Health Insurance Coverage, including Medical, Dental & Vision
• EAP, Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Disability Insurance:
  Short‑Term & Long‑Term Accidental Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• 401(k) Plan, with Company Matching Contribution & Profit Sharing feature
• Paid Time Off – 80 hours within 1st year & subsequent increases
• Paid Company Holidays
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Caregiving via
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Sons and Daughters Scholarship Program
• Travel Assistance
• Employee Discount Programs – Some benefits are subject to eligibility requirements

Plastipak is an Equal Opportunity Employer.