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Payroll Manager
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to oversee payroll operations for a large workforce, ensuring accuracy and compliance with all regulations. This position involves managing a team and handling complex payroll processes across multiple states. As a long-term contract opportunity, this role offers stability and the chance to make a significant impact within the organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Supervise and lead a team of payroll professionals to ensure efficient and accurate payroll processing.<br>• Manage payroll for over 3,000 employees, including salary and bi-weekly payroll cycles.<br>• Review employee timecards and ensure proper reconciliation between system-generated and Kronos timekeeping data.<br>• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations across multiple states.<br>• Handle full-cycle payroll processes, including calculations, adjustments, and reporting.<br>• Utilize ADP Workforce Now and Kronos timekeeping systems to streamline payroll operations.<br>• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency of payroll systems.<br>• Provide support and guidance to employees and management regarding payroll-related inquiries.<br>• Prepare and submit detailed payroll reports to organizational leadership.<br>• Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless integration of payroll data.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.<br>• Minimum of 7 years of experience in payroll management, with a focus on large-scale operations.<br>• Proficiency in full-cycle payroll processes, including multi-state payroll.<br>• Experience managing payroll for organizations with over 500 employees.<br>• Advanced knowledge of ADP Workforce Now and Kronos timekeeping systems.<br>• Strong understanding of payroll laws and regulations at the federal and state levels.<br>• Excellent leadership and team management skills.<br>• Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
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  • Piscataway, NJ
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 47.50 - 55.00 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to oversee payroll operations for a large workforce, ensuring accuracy and compliance with all regulations. This position involves managing a team and handling complex payroll processes across multiple states. As a long-term contract opportunity, this role offers stability and the chance to make a significant impact within the organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Supervise and lead a team of payroll professionals to ensure efficient and accurate payroll processing.<br>• Manage payroll for over 3,000 employees, including salary and bi-weekly payroll cycles.<br>• Review employee timecards and ensure proper reconciliation between system-generated and Kronos timekeeping data.<br>• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations across multiple states.<br>• Handle full-cycle payroll processes, including calculations, adjustments, and reporting.<br>• Utilize ADP Workforce Now and Kronos timekeeping systems to streamline payroll operations.<br>• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency of payroll systems.<br>• Provide support and guidance to employees and management regarding payroll-related inquiries.<br>• Prepare and submit detailed payroll reports to organizational leadership.<br>• Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless integration of payroll data.
  • 2025-09-10T13:34:06Z

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