We are looking for a Payroll Manager to lead payroll operations in Round Rock, Texas and ensure employees are compensated accurately, consistently, and in full compliance with applicable regulations. This position plays a central role in overseeing payroll administration, strengthening internal controls, and delivering reliable reporting for leadership. The ideal candidate brings strong multi-state payroll expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to collaborate effectively with Human Resources and Finance while guiding a high-performing payroll team.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct complete payroll cycles for hourly, salaried, and incentive-based employees across multiple states, ensuring each payroll is processed accurately and on schedule.<br>• Evaluate and authorize employee pay updates, including hires, departures, job changes, deductions, and timekeeping adjustments before payroll finalization.<br>• Monitor adherence to federal, state, and local payroll rules, including tax withholding, wage and hour requirements, garnishments, and mandated filings.<br>• Reconcile payroll-related accounts by reviewing benefit deductions, tax payments, payroll balances, and general ledger activity to resolve discrepancies promptly.<br>• Oversee annual payroll close activities such as W-2 preparation, year-end balancing, and documentation needed for audits and compliance reviews.<br>• Lead payroll audit efforts by preparing records, responding to internal and external requests, and maintaining organized support for regulatory examinations.<br>• Manage payroll systems administration and identify opportunities to improve workflows, reporting accuracy, and overall processing efficiency, including support for system upgrades when needed.<br>• Supervise, coach, and develop payroll staff to maintain strong service levels, accountability, and operational consistency.<br>• Work closely with Human Resources, Finance, and business leadership on compensation matters, benefits-related payroll impacts, and recurring or ad hoc reporting needs.<br>• Address complex employee payroll concerns, investigate root causes, and ensure timely resolution of escalated issues.
We are looking for an experienced Senior Payroll Manager to lead payroll operations for a complex, multi-jurisdiction organization in Austin, Texas. This position will guide payroll strategy, strengthen compliance practices, and ensure accurate, timely processing across a large employee population. The role also partners closely with HR, Finance, Legal, and executive leadership to improve controls, support reporting needs, and build a high-performing payroll function.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct end-to-end payroll operations, ensuring biweekly processing is completed accurately, on schedule, and in alignment with company policies.<br>• Oversee payroll data administration, including employee onboarding updates, compensation changes, deductions, and other system-maintained records.<br>• Review timekeeping information, validate payroll adjustments, and resolve discrepancies before final payroll submission.<br>• Administer wage calculations such as overtime, incentive pay, commissions, and other earnings while maintaining compliance with applicable regulations.<br>• Manage payroll tax activity, garnishments, benefit deductions, year-end reporting, and W-2 preparation across multiple states and jurisdictions.<br>• Lead and develop payroll leaders and team members by setting priorities, providing coaching, and driving accountability across daily operations.<br>• Establish payroll policies and governance standards in partnership with HR, Finance, Tax, and Legal to support compliance across domestic and international operations where applicable.<br>• Drive payroll technology planning and optimization, including system administration, enhancements, vendor coordination, and automation initiatives.<br>• Serve as the senior point of contact for executives, auditors, and external agencies by delivering reporting, risk insight, audit support, and resolution of complex payroll matters.<br>• Oversee payroll integration planning for acquisitions and divestitures, including due diligence support, operational alignment, and long-term standardization efforts.