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Payroll Supervisor/Manager/Director

Charles City, Iowa
remote
Permanent / Full Time
50000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
Are you an experienced payroll professional looking for a role that offers both meaningful work and flexibility? We’re looking for a Part-Time Payroll Manager to join our team in a position that offers flexible hours and the opportunity to make an immediate impact. This is a great fit for someone who enjoys owning the payroll process, values accuracy and compliance, and wants a schedule that supports work-life balance. Based on general knowledge. What You’ll Be Doing<ul><li>Manage full-cycle payroll for both salaried and hourly employees. </li><li>Oversee multi-state payroll processing and compliance. </li><li>Prepare and file 941s and support payroll tax reporting requirements. </li><li>Handle payroll-related taxes, reconciliations, and reporting. </li><li>Set up and maintain payroll vendors and support relationships with third-party providers. </li><li>Administer and report fringe benefits accurately. </li><li>Ensure payroll is processed on time, accurately, and in compliance with applicable regulations. </li><li>Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes and support internal teams as needed. </li></ul>Why Candidates Will Love This Role<ul><li>Part-time opportunity with flexible hours</li><li>A chance to take ownership of an essential business function</li><li>Meaningful, hands-on work in a role where your expertise is valued</li><li>A great opportunity for someone seeking flexibility without stepping away from impactful work</li></ul>
2026-09-17T00:00:00Z

Payroll Supervisor/Manager/Director

Carson, California
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
Payroll ManagerLocation: Carson, CA (On-site)Our client is a growing, dynamic organization in the Carson area seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to lead and oversee in-house payroll operations for a large, complex workforce. This is a hands-on leadership role for a detail-oriented payroll professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and brings deep expertise in payroll compliance, union payroll, and multi-state operations.The ideal candidate will have strong leadership capabilities, a commitment to accuracy, and the ability to partner cross-functionally while ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Oversee and manage in-house payroll processing for 800+ employees, including union and non-union staff</li><li>Supervise weekly and bi-weekly payroll cycles, ensuring accuracy of wages, benefits, garnishments, and tax deductions</li><li>Ensure compliance with multi-state payroll tax laws, wage and hour regulations, and union labor agreements</li><li>Reconcile payroll tax submissions and manage quarterly and annual filings, including W-2s</li><li>Prepare payroll documentation and reports for audits, workers’ compensation reviews, and union contract requirements</li><li>Serve as the primary escalation point for payroll inquiries and discrepancy resolution</li><li>Partner with HR, Finance, and Operations to support payroll-related initiatives</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements to streamline payroll operations and increase efficiency</li><li>Maintain and update payroll systems in alignment with current regulations and company policies</li><li>Train, mentor, and develop payroll staff to support operational excellence and team growth</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>5+ years of in-house payroll experience, including leadership or supervisory responsibilities</li><li>Proven experience managing payroll for large employee populations (1,000+ employees)</li><li>Strong knowledge of union payroll, multi-state payroll compliance, and wage & hour laws</li><li>Experience with payroll tax filings, audits, and regulatory reporting</li><li>High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and confidentiality</li><li>Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills</li><li>Payroll certification (CPP or FPC) preferred</li></ul>Why Join?<ul><li>Join a growing and forward-thinking company</li><li>Leadership role with the ability to make an impact</li><li>Stable, long-term opportunity with room for professional growth</li></ul> For confidential consideration, please email your Robert Half recruiter. If you're not currently working with anyone at Robert Half, please click "Apply" or call 562-800-3963 and ask for David Bizub. Please reference job order number 00460-0013350130. email resume to [email protected]
2026-09-03T00:00:00Z

Payroll Supervisor/Manager/Director

Walnut Creek, California
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
125000 - 145000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced payroll leader to oversee end-to-end payroll operations for a complex workforce in Walnut Creek, California. This role is ideal for someone who brings deep knowledge of union construction payroll, strong command of compliance requirements, and the ability to guide a payroll team while working closely with external processing partners. The successful candidate will combine accuracy, sound judgment, and a service-minded approach to ensure payroll is delivered correctly, on schedule, and in alignment with company standards. Responsibilities: • Direct full-cycle payroll activities, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time across regular payroll cycles and special payments. • Maintain and review employee payroll data, including compensation adjustments, position updates, withholding changes, and deduction elections. • Investigate payroll issues, correct discrepancies promptly, and perform recurring audits to strengthen accuracy and compliance. • Lead daily payroll operations in accordance with established policies, internal controls, and applicable wage and tax regulations. • Supervise and support a small payroll team, providing guidance, prioritization, and quality oversight. • Prepare and submit payroll-related tax filings, garnishment remittances, and required weekly payment activities. • Coordinate quarterly and year-end payroll tax reporting to meet all filing deadlines and reporting obligations. • Oversee union payroll reporting requirements and contribute to certified payroll documentation when needed. • Partner with external payroll providers to manage processing workflows, resolve issues, and improve service execution.
2026-09-16T00:00:00Z

Payroll Supervisor/Manager/Director

Irondale, Alabama
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
110000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half is partnering with a well-established and growing company in the Birmingham area to identify an experienced Payroll Manager. This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll detail oriented who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys ensuring payroll accuracy, maintaining compliance, and collaborating across multiple departments. If you're a detail-oriented leader with extensive payroll knowledge and experience managing complex payroll processes, we'd love to hear from you. What You'll Do As the Payroll Manager, you'll oversee the complete payroll function while ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time. You'll serve as the organization's payroll subject matter expert, partnering with Accounting, HR, Finance, and Operations to maintain compliance and continuously improve payroll processes. Key Responsibilities: Manage and oversee all payroll processing cycles, ensuring timely and accurate payroll execution. Review and approve payroll prior to processing while maintaining strong internal controls. Process executive separation payouts and other special payroll agreements. Administer payroll deductions including wage garnishments, child support orders, tax levies, and other court-ordered withholdings. Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations. Reconcile payroll transactions with the general ledger and job costing systems. Collaborate with Accounting and Finance on payroll journal entries, adjustments, and reporting. Assist with internal and external payroll audits. Partner with HR, Finance, and field operations to resolve payroll issues and enhance payroll processes. Serve as the primary resource for payroll-related questions, compliance matters, and escalations.
2026-09-15T00:00:00Z

Payroll Supervisor/Manager/Director

Dane County, Wisconsin
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
For Immediate consideration, contact Courtney Syverson, Recruiting Manager, at 608-259-1164 We are looking for an experienced payroll leader to oversee accurate and timely payroll operations for a manufacturing organization in Dane County, Wisconsin. This role supports a multi-entity workforce across several states and combines payroll ownership with benefits administration and limited HR support. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of union payroll, wage and hour compliance, and payroll tax requirements while guiding a team-oriented, service-focused payroll function. Responsibilities:• Direct end-to-end payroll processing for approximately 400 employees on weekly and biweekly schedules across four business divisions.• Manage payroll activities for employees in multiple states, ensuring proper handling of state and federal tax withholdings, filings, and compliance obligations.• Administer union and non-union payroll for both exempt and non-exempt employees, applying contract terms, pay rules, and attendance-related inputs accurately.• Oversee benefit-related payroll deductions and coordinate with internal partners to support employee benefit administration and related inquiries.• Provide day-to-day leadership for payroll operations, establish priorities, and maintain strong internal controls that support accuracy and confidentiality.• Review payroll records, reconciliations, and reporting to identify discrepancies, resolve issues promptly, and support audit readiness.• Serve as a key contributor to payroll system implementation and onboarding activities, including testing, process alignment, and go-live support.• Partner with HR and finance stakeholders on employee pay changes, compliance matters, and ongoing payroll process improvements.
2026-09-08T00:00:00Z

Payroll Supervisor/Manager/Director

Houston, Texas
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
110000 - 125000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to oversee a high-volume payroll operation supporting a large, multi-state employee population in Houston, Texas. The Payroll Manager role combines hands-on payroll ownership with team leadership, requiring someone who can manage complex pay practices, maintain compliance, and strengthen day-to-day payroll execution. The position is well suited for a detail-oriented individual who is comfortable working across multiple entities, supporting union-related payroll considerations, and improving processes in a fast-moving environment. Responsibilities for the Payroll Manager position:• Direct end-to-end payroll operations for a workforce of approximately 750 employees across multiple states, ensuring timely and accurate weekly processing.• Supervise and mentor a distributed team of three payroll staff members, assigning priorities, reviewing output, and promoting consistent service delivery.• Manage payroll activities across multiple tax entities, including reconciliations, year-end reporting, and W-2 preparation.• Administer pay for employees with varied compensation models, including training rates, standard earnings, and other nontraditional pay arrangements.• Apply payroll rules tied to union agreements, benefit programs, and pension requirements while maintaining accuracy and compliance.• Serve as the internal expert on ADP Workforce Now and related payroll processes, resolving issues and guiding effective system usage.• Coordinate payroll data transfers between ADP Workforce Now and connected platforms such as Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central to support operational continuity.• Assess existing payroll workflows and introduce stronger procedures, documentation, and internal controls to improve reliability and efficiency.• Partner with leadership and cross-functional teams to provide payroll insight, support contract-related interpretation, and bring stability to the payroll function.
2026-09-17T00:00:00Z

Payroll Supervisor/Manager/Director

San Ramon, California
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
165000 - 185000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced payroll leader to oversee accurate, compliant payroll operations for a complex, multi-entity organization in San Ramon, California. This role is ideal for someone who combines deep technical payroll expertise with strong leadership skills and can guide high-volume processing across multiple states. The successful candidate will partner closely with cross-functional teams to strengthen controls, resolve issues efficiently, and ensure timely payroll delivery from start to finish. Responsibilities: • Lead end-to-end payroll operations for a large employee population, ensuring each payroll cycle is completed accurately and on schedule. • Manage payroll processing across multiple states and legal entities while maintaining compliance with applicable wage, tax, and reporting requirements. • Oversee payroll calculations involving regular earnings, commissions, and other variable compensation elements. • Review payroll reconciliations, audit findings, and internal control activities to identify discrepancies and drive corrective action. • Direct year-end payroll activities, including W-2 and W-2C preparation, validation, and distribution. • Supervise and develop payroll team members by providing training, coaching, and performance guidance. • Partner with Human Resources, Finance, Compliance, Internal Audit, and business leadership to address payroll questions and support operational needs. • Monitor timekeeping inputs and related processes to improve payroll accuracy and reduce processing issues. • Use payroll systems and reporting tools, including Excel-based analysis, to investigate exceptions and support decision-making.
2026-08-27T00:00:00Z

Payroll Supervisor/Manager/Director

Chicago, Illinois
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 115000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced payroll leader to oversee accurate and compliant payroll operations for a dynamic organization in Chicago, Illinois. This role is suited for someone who combines deep technical payroll knowledge with strong judgment, responsiveness, and the ability to lead in a deadline-driven environment. The successful candidate will act as a trusted point of contact for payroll matters while partnering across teams to strengthen controls, resolve issues, and support continuous improvement. Responsibilities:• Direct the complete payroll cycle across recurring pay schedules, ensuring each run is completed accurately and on time.• Examine payroll data, reports, and supporting records to catch inconsistencies early and resolve issues before final processing.• Administer payroll-related obligations such as tax reporting, garnishments, benefit deductions, and other employee compensation transactions.• Monitor adherence to federal, state, and local payroll regulations, including wage and hour standards and applicable tax requirements.• Maintain organized payroll documentation, reconcile payroll-related ledger activity, and support month-end and year-end close activities.• Lead annual payroll reporting tasks, including preparation and distribution of W-2s and other required filings.• Serve as a primary resource for employees and managers by addressing questions related to pay, withholdings, deductions, and timekeeping.• Collaborate with Human Resources, Finance, Accounting, and external providers to resolve payroll matters and improve operational efficiency.• Guide and develop payroll team members through coaching, workload oversight, and performance support.• Review and authorize special payroll items such as adjustments, off-cycle payments, incentive compensation, and bonus payments. Benefits: <ul><li> Medical/dental/vision</li><li>401K</li></ul>
2026-09-21T00:00:00Z

Payroll Supervisor/Manager/Director

Houston, Texas
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced payroll leader to oversee end-to-end payroll operations for a multi-entity organization based in Houston, Texas. This position is responsible for ensuring accurate, timely payroll processing, maintaining compliance across multiple jurisdictions, and serving as the primary owner of payroll administration from onboarding to separation. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in reporting, reconciliations, retirement plan administration, and process oversight within a complex payroll environment. Responsibilities: • Manage the complete bi-weekly payroll cycle for approximately 50 employees across multiple entities, ensuring all payments are processed accurately and on schedule. • Review and maintain payroll inputs such as time records, compensation updates, tax withholdings, benefit deductions, retirement contributions, leave balances, and direct deposit changes. • Administer payroll-related employee transactions including onboarding, separations, pay adjustments, tax updates, and other employee record changes. • Provide governance and oversight for payroll activities handled at the branch level, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and adherence to established standards. • Monitor compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations and address payroll practices to reduce risk and maintain proper controls. • Coordinate year-end payroll activities, including account reconciliations, W-2 preparation, tax reporting, and setup for the new payroll year. • Reconcile benefit deductions and work with external vendors to resolve discrepancies and support accurate remittance processing. • Support administration of retirement programs, including 401(k) and deferred compensation plans, with attention to deductions, reporting, and compliance requirements. • Prepare payroll reports, perform account reconciliations, and contribute to payroll-related projects and process improvements as business needs evolve. • Handle off-cycle payroll runs, manual payments, and occasional travel requirements as needed to support deadlines and operational priorities.
2026-09-17T00:00:00Z

Payroll Supervisor/Manager/Director

Waltham, Massachusetts
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 135000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced payroll leader to oversee accurate and timely payroll operations for a large employee population in Waltham, Massachusetts. This role is responsible for managing end-to-end payroll activities across multiple states, maintaining compliance with applicable regulations, and supporting a dependable bi-monthly payroll cycle. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise with ADP Workforce Now and a hands-on approach to process oversight, reporting, and issue resolution. Responsibilities: • Lead the complete payroll process from data review through final distribution for a workforce of more than 500 employees. • Manage bi-monthly payroll schedules and ensure all payments, deductions, and adjustments are processed accurately and on time. • Administer multi-state payroll activities while monitoring compliance with federal, state, and local wage and tax requirements. • Oversee payroll operations within ADP Workforce Now, including audits, validations, and reporting. • Review employee pay changes, bonuses, garnishments, benefits deductions, and tax updates to confirm proper payroll treatment. • Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies by partnering with HR, finance, and other internal stakeholders. • Maintain payroll records and prepare reports that support internal controls, reconciliations, and leadership review. • Support payroll-related process improvements and assist with system or workflow changes when needed.
2026-09-22T00:00:00Z

Payroll Manager

Durham, North Carolina
remote
Permanent / Full Time
130000 - 165000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll Manager to lead payroll operations for a complex healthcare organization in Durham, North Carolina. This role requires a hands-on leader who can oversee high-volume domestic and international payroll activity while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery. The ideal candidate will work closely with HR, Finance, Tax, and external partners to strengthen payroll processes, resolve issues effectively, and support a well-controlled payroll environment. Responsibilities: • Direct end-to-end payroll activities across multi-state and international employee populations, ensuring each pay cycle is completed accurately and on schedule. • Review payroll records, reconciliations, and exception reports to identify discrepancies, correct errors, and maintain reliable financial reporting. • Manage relationships with external payroll vendors and service providers to support smooth operations and consistent service quality. • Collaborate with Human Resources, Finance, and Tax teams to address payroll impacts related to employee changes, benefits, deductions, and statutory obligations. • Respond to escalated payroll questions and issues, providing clear guidance and timely resolution for employees and internal stakeholders. • Maintain payroll controls and documentation to support audits, compliance requirements, and internal governance standards. • Lead process enhancements by designing workflows, improving operating procedures, and increasing efficiency across payroll functions. • Oversee payroll accounting activities, including balancing payroll data and supporting accurate recording in financial systems.
2026-09-08T00:00:00Z

Payroll Manager

San Ramon, California
remote
Temporary / Contract
50 - 60 USD / Hourly
Robert Half Management Resources is looking for an experienced payroll manager to oversee large-scale payroll operations for one of our clients on an interim basis. This is a high-visibility, hands-on leadership role designed for an operational expert who thrives in high-volume, complex environments and excels at day-to-day execution and process improvement. Responsibilities:• Manage and mentor a team of payroll specialists, fostering a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous professional development.• Oversee the end-to-end processing and execution of US payroll for a massive population (100K+ employees), ensuring flawless execution, compliance, and timeliness across pay cycles.• Drive the daily leverage and optimization of Workday Payroll, ensuring system capabilities are fully utilized to streamline workflows, auditing, and reporting.• Ensure strict adherence to federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations, healthcare-specific labor requirements, and internal audit controls.• Serve as the primary operational contact for key partners across HR, Finance, and Enterprise Systems to ensure alignment and resolve operational inquiries promptly.• Identify operational bottlenecks, streamline day-to-day workflows, and implement scalable best practices to modernize and stabilize payroll delivery.
2026-09-16T00:00:00Z

Payroll Manager

Chula Vista, California
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
84000 - 101000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll Manager to lead payroll operations for a high-volume, unionized workforce in Chula Vista, California. This role is responsible for ensuring employees are paid accurately and on schedule while maintaining compliance with payroll laws, company policies, and collective bargaining agreements. The ideal candidate brings strong experience with full-cycle, multi-state payroll and can confidently resolve complex pay issues involving deductions, premiums, retroactive adjustments, and year-end reporting. Responsibilities: • Lead end-to-end payroll processing for a large employee population, ensuring timely and accurate completion of each pay cycle. • Act as the primary resource for interpreting union contract terms and applying them correctly to payroll practices and employee pay outcomes. • Evaluate timekeeping and attendance records to confirm proper hours, pay calculations, and adherence to scheduled work rules. • Administer payroll changes such as retroactive earnings, bonuses, garnishments, leave-related adjustments, and other special payments as needed. • Oversee the setup and processing of payroll taxes, benefit deductions, union withholdings, and other mandatory deductions in accordance with applicable regulations. • Prepare payroll-related reports for leadership, audits, and compliance purposes, ensuring data is complete and reliable. • Maintain organized employee payroll records and supporting documentation while protecting confidential information. • Coordinate year-end payroll activities, including statement review, corrections, and final reporting requirements. • Support additional payroll and compliance duties as business needs require.
2026-08-26T00:00:00Z

Payroll Manager

Milwaukee, Wisconsin
onsite
Temporary / Contract
39.5865 - 45.837 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Manager to lead payroll operations for a multi-state workforce based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This Contract position will oversee accurate biweekly payroll processing for approximately 900 employees while ensuring strong reporting, compliance, and internal coordination. The role is well suited for someone who brings deep full-cycle payroll expertise, works comfortably in an automated environment, and can provide steady oversight to payroll activities and related processes. Responsibilities: • Lead end-to-end payroll administration for a large employee population across multiple states, ensuring each biweekly cycle is completed accurately and on schedule. • Guide and support payroll team members by providing direction, coaching, and day-to-day oversight of payroll operations. • Maintain clear payroll procedures and training materials so staff and managers can follow consistent processes and resolve questions efficiently. • Review payroll data involving earnings, deductions, benefit withholdings, taxes, and third-party payments to confirm proper processing and compliance. • Partner with finance and human resources to investigate discrepancies, address payroll-related concerns, and support accurate financial reporting. • Oversee 401(k) payroll activity, including contribution tracking, reporting, and audit support, while monitoring related timelines and controls. • Prepare and monitor payroll reports required for workers’ compensation, grant compliance, and other internal or external reporting needs. • Reconcile payroll-related general ledger balances and respond to requests connected to audits, program reviews, and financial examinations. • Coordinate payroll continuity and reporting accuracy across supporting systems and external payroll service partners, including timekeeping and accounting platforms. • Track paid time off balances and serve as a backup resource for payroll processing when operational coverage is needed.
2026-09-22T00:00:00Z

Payroll Manager

Atlanta, Georgia
onsite
Temporary / Contract
55 - 60 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Manager to oversee high-volume payroll operations for a hotel organization in Atlanta, Georgia. This Contract position requires a detail-oriented individual who can manage end-to-end payroll processing across multiple states while maintaining accuracy, compliance, and strong collaboration with internal stakeholders. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience with large employee populations, payroll systems, and financial reconciliation in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Lead complete payroll processing cycles for a workforce of more than 500 employees, ensuring timely and accurate pay distribution. • Administer multi-state payroll activities while maintaining compliance with applicable wage, tax, and reporting regulations. • Manage payroll transactions and employee data using ADP Workforce Now and Workday HCM to support efficient day-to-day operations. • Review payroll outputs for accuracy, investigate discrepancies, and resolve issues related to earnings, deductions, taxes, and time records. • Partner with accounting teams to reconcile payroll entries, support general ledger accuracy, and assist with payroll-related month-end activities. • Prepare payroll reports, audits, and supporting documentation for internal review and compliance purposes. • Use Microsoft Excel to analyze payroll data, track trends, and create clear reporting for leadership and cross-functional teams.
2026-09-02T00:00:00Z

Payroll Manager

Milwaukee, Wisconsin
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
120000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to lead payroll operations for a Milwaukee, Wisconsin area organization. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate, timely payroll processing across multiple states while maintaining compliance with wage and tax regulations. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership skills, deep knowledge of end-to-end payroll administration, and the ability to improve processes in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Responsibilities:• Direct end-to-end payroll processing for a workforce of more than 500 employees, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and confidentiality.• Oversee multi-state payroll activities, including earnings, deductions, garnishments, and other payroll adjustments in accordance with applicable regulations.• Manage bi-monthly payroll cycles and verify that all payments are completed correctly and on schedule.• Lead payroll tax administration by reviewing filings, supporting reconciliations, and helping ensure compliance with federal, state, and local requirements.• Supervise and support payroll staff, providing guidance, accountability, and day-to-day operational leadership.• Review payroll records and reports to identify discrepancies, resolve issues promptly, and strengthen internal controls.• Partner with HR, finance, and related teams to ensure employee data changes are reflected accurately in payroll processing.• Maintain payroll procedures and support continuous improvement efforts to increase efficiency and service quality.
2026-08-27T00:00:00Z

Payroll Manager

Coppell, Texas
onsite
Temporary / Contract
55 - 60 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to join a team in Coppell, Texas on a 3 month Contract basis. This role is ideal for an experienced payroll specialist who can take ownership of payroll operations, strengthen compliance practices, and guide process enhancements in a complex, high-volume environment. The successful candidate will bring deep expertise in payroll regulations, strong analytical judgment, and the ability to work independently while partnering effectively with cross-functional teams. Responsibilities:• Lead end-to-end payroll activities for a large employee population, ensuring pay is processed accurately and delivered on schedule.• Examine payroll data, earnings, deductions, and tax withholdings to uncover discrepancies, compliance concerns, and operational inefficiencies.• Interpret federal, state, and local payroll rules and apply updates to maintain adherence with current legal and regulatory standards.• Collaborate with Human Resources, Finance, and Accounting to address payroll questions, resolve escalated issues, and improve internal controls.• Perform root cause analysis on payroll errors and implement practical solutions that reduce recurring issues and strengthen accuracy.• Support payroll audits, compliance reviews, and responses to agency inquiries by preparing documentation and clarifying payroll practices.• Contribute to payroll system-related projects, reconciliations, and reporting efforts to improve reliability and operational effectiveness.
2026-09-09T00:00:00Z

Payroll Manager

Saint Louis, Missouri
onsite
Temporary / Contract
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll Manager to join a retail organization on a Long-term Contract basis in Saint Louis, Missouri. This position will support a complex payroll transformation for a large employee population, helping ensure payroll accuracy, compliance, and continuity throughout critical implementation phases. The ideal candidate brings strong experience with Workday payroll operations, testing, and reconciliation, along with the ability to collaborate across payroll, HR, finance, and project teams in a high-visibility environment. Responsibilities: • Direct payroll conversion efforts tied to a large-scale Workday implementation, ensuring readiness across multiple phases of employee transition. • Manage parallel payroll testing by reviewing outputs across systems and confirming accurate results before key deployment milestones. • Conduct in-depth reconciliations and analyze payroll variances to identify issues, assess impact, and support timely resolution. • Review gross-to-net calculations, deductions, taxes, and benefit-related payroll components to confirm processing accuracy. • Partner with payroll leadership, HR, finance, and external implementation stakeholders to coordinate activities and reduce operational risk. • Support user acceptance testing by validating payroll scenarios, documenting findings, and escalating defects when needed. • Maintain clear records of payroll procedures, control points, test outcomes, and project decisions to support auditability and stabilization. • Provide ongoing guidance during rollout and post-conversion periods to help ensure smooth payroll operations for newly integrated employee groups.
2026-09-22T00:00:00Z

Payroll Manager

Traverse City, Michigan
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to lead payroll operations for a large, multi-location workforce based in Traverse City, Michigan. This role oversees the full payroll cycle, ensures compliance with Michigan and multi-state requirements, and supports accurate, timely pay delivery for more than 500 employees. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership capability, deep technical payroll knowledge, and hands-on experience using ADP Workforce Now. Responsibilities: • Direct end-to-end payroll processing for a workforce of more than 500 employees across multiple locations, ensuring accuracy and timeliness for each pay cycle. • Supervise, coach, and allocate work for a payroll team of three while promoting strong performance and operational consistency. • Administer bi-monthly payroll activities, including review, validation, reconciliation, and final approval before transmission. • Maintain compliance with Michigan payroll regulations as well as applicable multi-state wage and tax requirements. • Manage payroll data within ADP Workforce Now and resolve discrepancies related to earnings, deductions, taxes, and employee records. • Partner with human resources, finance, and other internal stakeholders to address payroll questions, support audits, and improve process reliability. • Review payroll procedures and implement enhancements that strengthen controls, documentation, and service levels. • Support payroll-related operational changes, including updates to systems or workflows, while minimizing disruption to employees and the business.
2026-09-03T00:00:00Z

Payroll Manager

Bloomington, Minnesota
remote
Temporary / Contract
47.5 - 55 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to support a high-volume payroll and expense administration function. This Long-term Contract position will oversee domestic and international payroll activities, help maintain accurate expense and time-and-expense controls, and partner with cross-functional teams to ensure timely reporting and compliance. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in full-cycle payroll, expense management, and large-employee-population support within a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:• Lead end-to-end payroll administration for a workforce of approximately 900 employees, ensuring accurate and timely processing across domestic and international populations.• Manage payroll activities for employees in designated entities and employer-of-record countries, including employee onboarding setup and payroll coordination through established processes.• Review and process employee expense submissions by verifying receipts, checking mileage claims, and confirming alignment with company travel and expense policies.• Oversee approval routing for expense activity, reconcile corporate card transactions, and record accruals for outstanding or unsubmitted employee spending.• Prepare and post payroll-related journal entries based on payroll reporting to support accurate financial records and month-end close activities.• Partner with HR and IT to confirm employees have the correct access to payroll and expense platforms required for their roles.• Produce travel and expense reporting, dashboards, and audit-ready documentation to monitor compliance, identify exceptions, and support internal controls.• Investigate discrepancies in payroll or expense data, resolve issues promptly, and communicate updates to relevant stakeholders.• Support ongoing compliance with payroll policies, tax requirements, and internal governance standards across multiple jurisdictions.
2026-09-21T00:00:00Z

Payroll Manager

Seattle, Washington
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to lead payroll operations for a growing workforce in Seattle, Washington. This position is responsible for delivering accurate, timely pay for salaried and hourly employees while maintaining strong financial controls, reliable reporting, and compliance with payroll regulations. The role also partners closely with accounting and finance to support reconciliations, month-end close activities, and payroll-related analysis. Responsibilities:• Direct the full payroll cycle for exempt and non-exempt employees, completing thorough reviews and approvals before each payroll is finalized.• Verify earnings, overtime, premium pay, on-call compensation, and deductions with a strong focus on accuracy and error prevention.• Record payroll-related journal entries and ensure month-end payroll data is posted correctly and on schedule within NetSuite.• Reconcile payroll registers, benefit deductions, and general ledger activity during each pay period, investigating and resolving discrepancies promptly.• Act as the primary resource for employee and manager payroll questions, handling escalated issues with professionalism and clear communication.• Lead payroll system implementation and migration efforts by coordinating vendors, managing testing, maintaining project timelines, and supporting organizational adoption.• Create, refine, and document payroll procedures, policies, and internal controls while overseeing external payroll and timekeeping partners.• Maintain complete and organized payroll documentation, support monthly account reconciliations, and collaborate with accounting during close processes.• Prepare payroll tax filings, year-end reporting, quarterly state labor reports, and audit support materials while safeguarding confidential payroll and financial information. The salary range for this position is $100,000 to $130,000. Benefits:Medical/Dental/Vision - 100% paid for employee401k with match, plus stock options160 hours PTO6 paid holidays plus week off between Christmas and New Year
2026-08-31T00:00:00Z

Payroll Manager

Los Angeles, California
onsite
Temporary / Contract
55 - 65 USD / Hourly
Robert Half Management Resources is seeking a hands-on Interim Payroll Manager with strong ADP Workforce Now and ADP Workforce Manager knowledge to support our nonprofit client in a hybrid role based in West Los Angeles for a 3+ month engagement. Reporting to the Controller, this consultant will lead payroll processing, compliance, and payroll systems administration for an employee population of 100–300. Serving as the organization’s primary payroll lead, this individual contributor will also play a key role in stabilizing a recent ADP Workforce Now implementation and resolving outstanding payroll system issues. Responsibilities:• Lead the complete semi-monthly payroll cycle for both union and non-union employees, ensuring payments are processed accurately and on schedule.• Act as the primary owner and administrator of ADP Workforce Now and ADP Workforce Manager, maintaining system functionality and supporting payroll operations.• Review payroll activity in detail, including earnings, accrual balances, tax withholdings, benefit deductions, and garnishments to confirm accuracy and compliance.• Work with internal stakeholders and external partners to address payroll system setup issues, improve configurations, and resolve items related to accruals and benefits interfaces.• Assist with payroll tax filings, year-end payroll activities, balance sheet reconciliations, and audit support as needed.• Partner closely with Human Resources, Benefits, and Accounting teams to preserve data accuracy and streamline payroll-related workflows.• Investigate discrepancies, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions to improve payroll reliability and process efficiency.
2026-09-18T00:00:00Z

Payroll Manager

Raleigh, North Carolina
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half has partnered with a rapidly growing company in Raleigh, North Carolina to assist them in hiring an experienced Payroll Manager. This role is 100% onsite and requires 5+ years of payroll supervisory experience. The Payroll Manager leads day-to-day payroll operations, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing across a diverse, multi-jurisdiction workforce. This role partners closely with leadership and cross-functional teams to support operational excellence and continuous improvement within payroll. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead, manage and train the payroll team</li><li>Lead weekly payroll processing</li><li>Oversee pay updates related to contract changes and wage requirements</li><li>Manage payroll corrections, adjustments, bonuses, and commissions</li><li>Administer year‑end activities, including W‑2 adjustments and reporting</li><li>Maintain payroll tax setup, filings support, and compliance reporting</li><li>Review payroll reports, variance analyses, and audit documentation</li><li>Maintain PTO programs, deductions, proration, and final pay calculations</li><li>Execute monthly payroll accruals and accounting entries</li><li>Manage payroll system access, controls, and data security</li><li>Serve as escalation point for payroll issues and employee inquiries</li><li>Partner with HR, Finance, Operations, and field leaders on payroll initiatives</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>5+ years of payroll leadership experience in a multi-state environment</li><li>Experience supporting large, high volume payroll operations</li><li>Strong working knowledge of payroll tax, wage & hour, and regulatory compliance</li><li>Hands-on experience with payroll systems, reporting, and audits</li><li>Ability to manage complex pay scenarios (commissions, bonuses, prevailing wages)</li><li>Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills</li><li>Clear and effective communicator with a collaborative mindset</li></ul>
2026-09-18T00:00:00Z

Payroll Manager

Chesterbrook, Pennsylvania
onsite
Temporary / Contract
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
Payroll ManagerA client of ours is looking for a Payroll Manager for a contract role to lead and oversee all payroll operations for a large, multi-site workforce of approximately 3,000 employees. This role requires strong expertise in union payroll administration, payroll compliance, team leadership, and high-volume payroll processing. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience managing both weekly and bi-weekly payroll cycles and be highly proficient with ADP payroll systems. Responsibilities of Payroll Manager <ul><li>Manage end-to-end payroll processing for approximately 3,000 employees across multiple payroll groups.</li><li>Oversee and ensure accurate processing of weekly and bi-weekly payrolls.</li><li>Administer complex union payrolls, including contract interpretation, wage calculations, deductions, and benefit contributions.</li><li>Lead, mentor, and develop payroll staff while establishing departmental goals and performance standards.</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and union payroll regulations.</li><li>Audit payroll data, earnings, deductions, taxes, and garnishments to ensure accuracy.</li><li>Partner with HR, Finance, Benefits, and Operations teams to support payroll initiatives and resolve employee payroll inquiries.</li><li>Manage year-end payroll activities, including W-2 processing and payroll reconciliations.</li><li>Develop and improve payroll procedures, internal controls, and reporting processes.</li><li>Prepare payroll-related reports and analytics for leadership.</li></ul>
2026-09-16T00:00:00Z

Payroll Manager

New York, New York
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a meticulous Payroll Manager to oversee accurate and timely payroll operations for a large, multi-state workforce. This role is well suited to someone who understands payroll from both accounting/finance and human resources perspectives, bringing a balanced approach to compliance, reporting, and employee support. The ideal candidate will be confident managing full-cycle payroll, maintaining precision in a high-volume environment, and using ADP Workforce Now to support efficient payroll administration. Responsibilities: • Lead end-to-end payroll processing for more than 500 employees, ensuring each payroll cycle is completed accurately and on schedule. • Administer bi-monthly payroll activities, including earnings, deductions, taxes, garnishments, and benefit-related updates. • Manage payroll operations across multiple states while maintaining compliance with applicable wage, tax, and reporting requirements. • Review payroll data thoroughly to identify discrepancies, resolve issues promptly, and uphold a high standard of accuracy. • Partner with finance and human resources teams to align payroll activity with employee records, general ledger needs, and organizational policies. • Maintain and optimize payroll records and workflows within ADP Workforce Now to support reliable processing and reporting. • Respond to payroll-related questions from employees and internal stakeholders, providing clear and thorough guidance. • Prepare payroll reports, support audits, and help ensure proper documentation and internal controls are consistently maintained.
2026-08-24T00:00:00Z