Payroll Manager / Payroll Leadership / Charlotte, NC 28203
Our client is a global leader in supply chain, logistics, and transportation solutions. Based out of Charlotte, NC, they are looking to hire a Payroll Manager on a Contract-to-Hire basis. This position requires candidates to be onsite 4 days per week.
If you're a payroll professional looking to step into a leadership role with visibility across a large-scale U.S. payroll operation, this is an outstanding opportunity. You'll oversee end-to-end payroll processes, partner closely with HR and Finance, and help drive process improvements that directly impact the employee experience. The ideal candidate is a hands-on payroll leader who has experience managing a small team of up to 2 direct reports, thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys solving complex payroll challenges, and wants to contribute to the modernization and optimization of payroll operations while positioning themselves for long-term growth.
Contract Duration: 6-12 Months
Required Skills & Experience
· 7+ years of progressive payroll experience managing full-cycle payroll operations
· Current payroll certification preferred (CPP, FPC, PCP, or equivalent)
· Experience overseeing payroll compliance, taxation, garnishments, wage and hour laws, and statutory deductions
· Experience reviewing payroll reconciliations, audits, and exception reporting
· Previous leadership experience managing or mentoring up to 2 direct reports
· Strong understanding of U.S. payroll regulations and compliance requirements
· Bach Experience with SAP
· ADP eTime experience
· SuccessFactors experience
· Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or related field preferred
Desired Skills & Experience
· Experience in logistics, transportation, distribution, or other large enterprise environments
· Experience driving payroll process improvements and operational efficiencies
· Exposure to multi-state payroll environments
What You Will Be Doing
Tech Breakdown
· Payroll Processing & Compliance - 50%
· Payroll Leadership & Team Support - 25%
· Payroll Systems & Process Improvement - 15%
· Cross-Functional Collaboration - 10%
Daily Responsibilities
· Manage and oversee full-cycle payroll processing for hourly and salaried employees across the U.S.
· Ensure payroll is processed accurately, timely, and in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
· Review and approve payroll outputs, reconciliations, and exception reports
· Lead, mentor, and support a payroll team of up to 2 direct reports
· Serve as the primary escalation point for complex payroll-related issues
· Partner with HR, Finance, Treasury, Tax, Legal, and Benefits teams
· Identify opportunities to streamline payroll processes and strengthen controls
· Support year-end payroll activities, reporting, and statutory remittances
· Foster a culture of accountability, customer service, and continuous improvement
You will receive the following benefits:
· Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family
· Dental & Orthodontia Benefits
· Vision Benefits
· Health Savings Account (HSA)
· Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
· Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
· Hospital Indemnity Insurance
· 401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options
· Paid Sick Time Leave
· Legal and Identity Protection Plans
· Pre-tax Commuter Benefit
· 529 College Saver Plan
Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.