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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a Payroll Manager to oversee and manage all aspects of payroll operations within our organization. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely processing of employee payroll, maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and implementing best practices in payroll administration. This role requires a detail-oriented professional with strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a deep understanding of payroll systems and processes.
As a Payroll Manager, you will lead a team of payroll specialists and collaborate with HR, finance, and other departments to ensure seamless payroll operations. You will be responsible for managing payroll schedules, calculating wages, handling tax withholdings, and ensuring proper documentation and reporting. You will also be expected to stay updated on changes in payroll laws and regulations and implement necessary adjustments to maintain compliance.
In addition to technical expertise, the Payroll Manager must possess strong leadership and organizational skills to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively. You will play a critical role in maintaining employee satisfaction by ensuring accurate and timely compensation. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to the financial health and operational efficiency of the organization.
Key responsibilities include managing payroll software, resolving discrepancies, preparing reports for management, and supporting audits. The Payroll Manager will also be involved in developing and implementing payroll policies and procedures, training staff, and identifying opportunities for process improvement.
This role is ideal for someone with a background in accounting, finance, or human resources, and who has experience managing payroll in a mid to large-sized organization. If you are a proactive, detail-oriented professional with a passion for accuracy and compliance, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Oversee and manage the organization's payroll functions
- Ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll
- Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws
- Manage payroll schedules and deadlines
- Collaborate with HR and finance departments
- Resolve payroll discrepancies and respond to employee inquiries
- Prepare payroll reports for internal and external stakeholders
- Support internal and external audits related to payroll
- Implement and maintain payroll policies and procedures
- Train and supervise payroll staff
- Identify and implement process improvements
- Stay updated on changes in payroll regulations
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 5+ years of payroll experience, including supervisory roles
- Strong knowledge of payroll systems and software
- Understanding of federal, state, and local payroll laws
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Experience with payroll audits and reporting
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and payroll software
- Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) preferred
- Experience in a mid to large-sized organization
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- How many years of payroll experience do you have?
- Have you managed a payroll team before?
- What payroll systems are you proficient in?
- How do you ensure compliance with payroll regulations?
- Can you describe a time you resolved a payroll discrepancy?
- What strategies do you use to meet tight payroll deadlines?
- Have you participated in a payroll audit? What was your role?
- How do you stay updated on changes in payroll laws?
- What is your experience with multi-state payroll processing?
- Are you a Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)?
