Payroll Manager

Overview

Oversee complex multi-state/Canada payroll for 900+ staff, lead team, ensure compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• system optimization
• payroll processing
• compliance management
• reporting
• team supervision
• system integration

Tasks

-Optimize Paylocity (or similar system) to improve efficiency and automation. -Partner with Finance and HR on reconciliations, audits, and reporting. -Lead payroll operations across multiple states and Canada - ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance. -Supervise and develop a payroll team of three, fostering accuracy and accountability. -Manage weekly, semi-monthly, and monthly payroll cycles for multiple entities. -Support growth initiatives, including acquisitions and new system integrations. -Ensure compliance with all federal, state, provincial, and local wage/tax regulations.

Requirements

• paylocity
• bachelor's
• cpp
• 5+ years
• payroll tax
• leadership

What You Bring

They’re seeking a Payroll Manager to lead payroll operations for a 900+ employee, multi-entity organization spanning the U.S. and Canada. This role is ideal for someone who loves the challenge of complex payroll, enjoys mentoring a strong team, and thrives in a company that values both precision and people. -Direct visibility with Finance, HR, and Operations leadership. -Proven team leadership and mentoring ability. -Hands-on experience with Paylocity or comparable enterprise platforms. -Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, HR, or Business; CPP certification preferred. -5+ years of multi-state payroll leadership; Canadian payroll experience preferred. -Strong knowledge of payroll tax, compliance, and accounting principles.

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Benefits

-Competitive pay, annual bonus, and comprehensive benefits. -A stable, family-owned company that invests in its people and future. -A chance to shape payroll operations and make meaningful process improvements.

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