Corporate Payroll Manager

Job Summary

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The Payroll Manager is responsible for overseeing end-to-end payroll operations, ensuring accurate and timely employee compensation, maintaining payroll records, and supporting compliance with applicable regulations.

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Key Responsibilities

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• Oversee and manage full-cycle payroll processing for both hourly and salaried employees
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• Coordinate payroll activities with internal teams and external providers
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• Ensure accuracy of payroll calculations, including taxes, benefits, and deductions
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• Reconcile payroll-related balance sheet accounts and resolve discrepancies
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• Prepare and review payroll reports, journal entries, and month-end close activities
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• Maintain and update payroll policies and procedures
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• Act as administrator for corporate expense programs (e.g., charge cards, fuel accounts)
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• Lead audits related to retirement and benefit plans, including coordination with external auditors and completion of required filings
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• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations
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• Support tax filings, including payroll taxes and applicable reporting requirements
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• Review and approve employee expense reports for compliance and reimbursement
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• Maintain vendor records and support annual reporting requirements (e.g., 1099s)
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• Partner with HR to ensure timely and accurate payroll data entry
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• Provide guidance to internal stakeholders on payroll processes and best practices
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• Support budgeting activities related to headcount, wages, and payroll expenses
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Qualifications

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• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or related field
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• 6+ years of payroll or related experience
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• Strong knowledge of payroll processing, compliance, and reporting
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• Experience working with payroll systems (e.g., ADP, SAP) and Microsoft Office
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• High attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
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• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
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• Strong organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines independently
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Preferred Qualifications

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• Experience supporting audits and regulatory filings
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• Familiarity with benefits administration and employment laws
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• Professional certifications or notary designation (a plus)
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Leadership & Competencies

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• Strategic thinker with the ability to anticipate business impact
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• Strong communicator who sets clear expectations and keeps stakeholders informed
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• Adaptable and comfortable in a changing environment
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• Results-driven with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
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• Collaborative team player who supports and develops others
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• Detail-oriented with strong follow-through and execution skills
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