We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to oversee end-to-end payroll operations for a multi-location workforce based in Birmingham, Alabama. This contract-to-permanent position is ideal for a hands-on, detail-oriented individual who can ensure payroll accuracy, coordinate effectively with internal leadership and external payroll partners, and support a high-volume environment with strong attention to detail. The role is fully in-office and offers the opportunity to step into a key leadership position with supervisory responsibility. Responsibilities: • Manage complete payroll processing for a workforce distributed across six locations, ensuring timely and accurate pay administration. • Oversee multi-state payroll activities and confirm compliance with applicable wage, tax, and reporting requirements. • Review, approve, and reconcile payroll data before submission to the payroll provider. • Serve as the primary point of contact for communication with the external payroll system provider regarding payroll execution and tax-related matters. • Supervise and support one direct report, providing guidance on daily payroll tasks and issue resolution. • Partner closely with the Controller to address payroll questions, reporting needs, and process oversight. • Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies, employee pay concerns, and approval issues in a timely manner. • Maintain organized payroll records and contribute to consistent, efficient payroll operations in an in-office setting.

• Demonstrated experience managing full-cycle payroll from data review through final approval and issue resolution. • Background handling multi-state payroll in a complex employee environment. • Experience supporting payroll populations of several hundred employees, including high-volume processing demands. • Working knowledge of ADP Workforce Now. • Prior leadership or supervisory experience within a payroll function. • Strong understanding of payroll compliance, controls, and payroll-related communications with third-party providers. • High level of accuracy, discretion, and organizational skill in managing sensitive employee information.

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Birmingham, AL
onsite
Temporary to Hire
39.5865 - 45.837 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to oversee end-to-end payroll operations for a multi-location workforce based in Birmingham, Alabama. This contract-to-permanent position is ideal for a hands-on, detail-oriented individual who can ensure payroll accuracy, coordinate effectively with internal leadership and external payroll partners, and support a high-volume environment with strong attention to detail. The role is fully in-office and offers the opportunity to step into a key leadership position with supervisory responsibility. Responsibilities: • Manage complete payroll processing for a workforce distributed across six locations, ensuring timely and accurate pay administration. • Oversee multi-state payroll activities and confirm compliance with applicable wage, tax, and reporting requirements. • Review, approve, and reconcile payroll data before submission to the payroll provider. • Serve as the primary point of contact for communication with the external payroll system provider regarding payroll execution and tax-related matters. • Supervise and support one direct report, providing guidance on daily payroll tasks and issue resolution. • Partner closely with the Controller to address payroll questions, reporting needs, and process oversight. • Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies, employee pay concerns, and approval issues in a timely manner. • Maintain organized payroll records and contribute to consistent, efficient payroll operations in an in-office setting.
2026-05-04T00:00:00Z

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