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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead complete payroll processing cycles for a workforce of more than 500 employees, ensuring timely and accurate pay distribution.<br>• Administer multi-state payroll activities while maintaining compliance with applicable wage, tax, and reporting regulations.<br>• Manage payroll transactions and employee data using ADP Workforce Now and Workday HCM to support efficient day-to-day operations.<br>• Review payroll outputs for accuracy, investigate discrepancies, and resolve issues related to earnings, deductions, taxes, and time records.<br>• Partner with accounting teams to reconcile payroll entries, support general ledger accuracy, and assist with payroll-related month-end activities.<br>• Prepare payroll reports, audits, and supporting documentation for internal review and compliance purposes.<br>• Use Microsoft Excel to analyze payroll data, track trends, and create clear reporting for leadership and cross-functional teams.