Payroll Manager

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$90,000.00/yr - $/yr

Annual Bonus

We’re looking for a Payroll Manager to oversee daily payroll operations and own the full process with a focus on compliance and process improvements. This role owns payroll processing and reporting while overseeing a small team and partnering closely with finance, HR, and operations. This role is onsite 5 days a week.

• Lead weekly payroll processing from review through final approval, ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Manage off-cycle and special payrolls
• Oversee payroll reporting tied to union, regulatory, and compliance requirements
• Ensure payroll data, tax calculations, and payments are accurate and submitted on time
• Manage year-end payroll activities, filings, and reconciliations
• Maintain payroll systems, support integrations, and ensure ongoing data accuracy
• Establish and enhance payroll procedures, controls, and documentation
• Lead payroll audits, reporting requests, and process improvement initiatives
• Supervise and develop payroll staff through training, delegation, and review

• Minimum 7 years payroll experience, including leadership or full-cycle ownership
• At least 2 years management experience
• Experience supporting complex payroll environments with compliance requirements
• Strong understanding of payroll taxes, reporting, and audit support
• Ability to balance hands‑on payroll work with team leadership
• Detail‑oriented, organized, and comfortable working under deadlines
• Clear communicator who partners well across functions

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Human Resources and Accounting/Auditing - Construction and Manufacturing