Payroll Manager

The Payroll Manager will play a critical role in leading day‑to‑day, hands‑on payroll processing and compliance for a multi‑state employee population of approximately 3,000 employees. This role sits at the center of an evolving payroll organization following a major integration and is ideal for someone who has grown from payroll specialist to manager and understands payroll from the ground up.

Client Details

Our client is a rapidly growing financial services organization formed through the integration of multiple business units into a single, unified platform. With operations spanning the U.S. and internationally, the firm is focused on building scalable, best‑in‑class operational functions to support long‑term growth. Payroll is a core priority, with recent system integrations and investments in people, technology, and process improvement.

Description

• Lead end‑to‑end, multi‑state payroll processing across multiple entities.
• Maintain payroll data integrity (new hires, terminations, compensation changes, bonuses, benefits, timecards).
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and tax laws (including CA and NY).
• Act as escalation point for complex payroll issues and employee inquiries.
• Partner with HR and Finance on reconciliations, reporting, and audits.
• Support system optimization and process improvements (ADP Workforce Now; Workday a plus).
• Assist with year‑end activities including W‑2s and tax filings.
• Mentor and support payroll specialists, providing coverage and guidance as needed.
• Help shape payroll policies, procedures, and best practices during continued integration.

Profile

A successful Payroll Manager should have:

• Bachelor's degree.
• 5+ years of progressive payroll experience, including multi‑state payroll.
• Hands‑on payroll processing experience required (not oversight‑only).
• ADP Workforce Now experience required; Workday a plus.
• Strong payroll compliance and tax knowledge.
• Financial services or professional services experience strongly preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical mindset.
• Excellent communication skills; able to interact with employees at all levels.
• Professional, collaborative style with strong attention to detail.

Job Offer

• Location: 3 days on-site in New Hyde Park, NY, or St. Louis, MO.
• Competitive annual salary ranging from $90,000 to $110,000 USD.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career as a Payroll Manager, we encourage you to apply today!

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