Payroll Manager

Description

About the Role

We are conducting a confidential search for an experienced Payroll Manager to oversee payroll operations across a multi‑state, multi‑site manufacturing organization. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in payroll administration, compliance, and process optimization, along with the maturity to manage sensitive employee information and navigate a complex, high‑volume environment.

This role is critical to ensuring accurate, timely payroll processing for both hourly and salaried employees across multiple facilities.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll Operations & Compliance

+ Manage end‑to‑end payroll processing for multiple manufacturing locations across different states.

+ Maintain strict compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour regulations.

+ Oversee time and attendance integrations (including shift‑work, overtime rules, and incentive pay).

+ Ensure accurate calculation of earnings, deductions, garnishments, bonuses, and shift premiums.

+ Prepare and reconcile payroll‑related reports, audits, and filings (e.g., W‑2s, quarterly tax submissions).

Systems & Process Leadership

+ Lead ongoing improvement of payroll systems, workflows, automation, and accuracy.

+ Partner with HR, Finance, and Plant Leadership to align payroll data, scheduling, and reporting needs.

+ Troubleshoot system issues and collaborate with vendors to resolve discrepancies.

Employee Support & Confidentiality

+ Serve as the subject matter expert for payroll inquiries while maintaining strict confidentiality.

+ Provide guidance on pay policies, timekeeping expectations, and payroll compliance.

+ Handle escalated payroll corrections with professionalism and urgency.

Leadership & Cross‑Functional Collaboration

+ Supervise payroll staff (if applicable) and ensure team alignment with company service standards.

+ Collaborate with HRIS, Accounting, and Operations to ensure accurate data flow between systems.

Requirements

Qualifications

Required

+ 5+ years of payroll experience; at least 2+ years in a leadership or manager‑level role.

+ Experience supporting multi‑site and multi‑state payroll (manufacturing environment strongly preferred).

+ Strong knowledge of FLSA regulations, tax rules, and payroll compliance.

+ Expertise with payroll systems (ADP, UKG, Paycom, or similar).

+ High integrity with the ability to handle confidential information discreetly.

+ Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Preferred

+ CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) designation.

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Experience with high‑volume hourly payroll, shift differentials, and complex pay structures.

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