Payroll Manager

Position Summary

Our client is seeking a hands-on Payroll Manager to oversee end-to-end payroll operations for a multi-state workforce of approximately 700 employees. This role is ideal for a payroll professional who enjoys being deeply involved in payroll processing while also serving as the organization's internal UKG Pro subject matter expert. The company is undergoing an exciting transformation and growth phase, creating opportunities to improve processes, build strong partnerships, and drive payroll excellence across the business.

Reporting to HR leadership, this position will manage payroll for a large hourly employee population across multiple states, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and an exceptional employee experience. The ideal candidate is motivated to become the go-to UKG Pro expert while maintaining a strong focus on payroll execution as the top priority. This hybrid role offers flexibility with an expectation of approximately one day per week onsite, along with additional in-office presence as needed to support relationship-building and business initiatives.

What You'll Do

• Manage full-cycle, multi-state payroll processing for approximately 700 employees, including a large hourly workforce on a biweekly payroll cycle.
• Serve as the primary UKG Pro expert, supporting system administration, process improvements, troubleshooting, and optimization efforts.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations across multiple jurisdictions.
• Partner with HR, Finance, and business leaders to resolve payroll issues and improve payroll-related processes.
• Support payroll audits, reconciliations, reporting, and year-end activities.
• Build strong cross-functional relationships while serving as a trusted payroll resource throughout the organization.
• Identify opportunities to streamline payroll operations and enhance overall efficiency and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing high-volume, multi-state payroll operations.
• Recent hands-on experience with UKG Pro is required.
• Strong payroll processing expertise with the ability to function as a hands-on individual contributor.
• Experience supporting large hourly employee populations and biweekly payroll schedules.
• California and/or Pennsylvania payroll experience strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of payroll compliance, payroll tax regulations, and payroll best practices.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment while maintaining a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

About Ferretti Search

Ferretti Search is a specialized recruiting firm connecting exceptional talent with leading organizations across the United States. We take a relationship-driven approach to recruiting, partnering closely with both clients and candidates to create long-term success. Our team is committed to delivering personalized service, maintaining the highest level of professionalism, and helping people and organizations reach their full potential.