Payroll Manager

PalAmerican Security

Alsip, IL

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$60,000–$78,000
SKILLS
Accounting, Coaching, Communication Skills, Federal Laws and Regulations, Finance, Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, Leadership, Legal, Local Tax, Maintain Compliance, Onboarding, Operations Management, Organizational Skills, Payroll Administration, Payroll Management, Payroll Software/Services, Payroll Tax, Performance Metrics, Process Improvement, Protective Services, State Laws and Regulations, State Tax, Systems Administration/Management, Tax Regulations, Team Lead/Manager, Time Management
LOCATION
Alsip, IL
POSTED
Today

Urgent Hiring: Highly Skilled Payroll Manager Needed Immediately

Are you seeking a dynamic and supportive work environment where your expertise in payroll management is valued? Do you thrive in a role that challenges you to lead a talented team and optimize complex payroll processes? If yes, this exciting opportunity is perfect for you!

Join our finance and accounting team as a highly skilled Payroll Manager overseeing payroll operations for over 8,000 employees across approximately 40 states. This role offers a fun and enthusiastic atmosphere where you will lead a dedicated payroll team, ensure compliance, and drive process improvements. Enjoy the chance to develop advanced skills in payroll tax regulations, system configuration, and leadership while contributing to a loving and committed team culture.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and supervise a team of Payroll Processors ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing for multi-state employee populations.
  • Establish and enforce payroll standards and quality checkpoints to minimize errors and maintain consistency.
  • Manage complex payroll issues including retroactive adjustments, multi-state taxation, and union-specific pay rules.
  • Coordinate payroll during acquisitions to ensure smooth onboarding of new employees.
  • Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations and oversee tax filings and year-end reporting.

Team Leadership and Development

  • Provide coaching, performance feedback, and professional development opportunities for payroll team members.
  • Set and monitor team KPIs such as processing accuracy and employee inquiry resolution time.
  • Cross-train team members to maintain coverage continuity and build payroll function depth.
  • Foster a team culture that treats every paycheck as a commitment to employees.

Payroll System and Process Optimization

  • Serve as the functional owner of the payroll module within Winteam, partnering with IT on system upgrades and troubleshooting.
  • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance payroll efficiency and control strength.
  • Prepare and deliver payroll reports and analytics to leadership.
  • Support internal and external audits with necessary payroll documentation and reconciliations.

Required Skills and Qualifications

  • 5+ years of payroll management experience with direct supervisory responsibility.
  • Strong knowledge of federal and state payroll tax regulations, FLSA, and garnishment law.
  • Proficiency in Winteam or similar payroll/timekeeping platforms and advanced Excel skills.
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills with the ability to manage high-volume payroll operations.
  • Demonstrated leadership ability to coach and develop a motivated payroll team.

Ready to lead a talented payroll team and make a meaningful impact? Apply now to join our enthusiastic and supportive workplace!

THE PALAMERICAN DIFFERENCE
With our depth of knowledge, our focus on innovation and our never-ending desire for self-improvement, PalAmerican is your best choice when looking for a dedicated security partner committed to exceeding your highest expectations.
SECURITY SERVICES FROM THE INDUSTRY'S TOP EXPERTS
Our mission is to provide our clients with the finest security services and products that enable them to run their operations with minimal effort, backed up with a strong commitment to our people. PalAmerican seeks to create and maintain an environment where every employee is rewarded according to their contribution and well supported by our company training.

Salary

$60000.00 - $78000.00 per year

Job Type

Full time

About the Company

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PalAmerican Security

Building on a history of exceptional industry experience, Criterion Security, America’s leading healthcare, government and corporate security company, has joined forces with Paladin Security to create PalAmerican, one of North America’s largest independent security superfirms.

Our experience across a variety of industries and a proven track record of providing innovative security solutions means PalAmerican has the resources, talent and operational know-how to provide complete customized security solutions that not only meet, but exceed specialized requirements.

To ensure we provide the security personnel best suited to our clients' requirements, PalAmerican employs a rigorous 12-step selection process. We then provide professional, vertical specific training, followed by additional on-site training designed to exceed all industry standards throughout North America.

Through our industry-leading selection process and our highly advanced and specialized training, PalAmerican has the highest client retention rate in the industry.

With our specialized security services professionals, PalAmerican can perform security program planning and development, risk assessments, investigations and background screening to help our clients make informed, evidence-based decisions that positively impact both the bottom line and their peace of mind.

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Security and Surveillance
WEBSITE
http://www.palamerican.com