Senior Manager, Payroll Compliance – Operations

Softcard (acquired by Google)

. Lead all aspects of full-cycle, international and multi-state payroll processing for exempt and non-exempt employees .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeAtlanta • Alabama • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in full-cycle payroll processing, compliance with payroll regulations, and leadership in managing payroll teams. Proficient in utilizing Workday for payroll operations and reporting, ensuring data integrity and efficiency.

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Full-Cycle Payroll ProcessingWorkday PayrollPayroll ComplianceLeadership in Payroll ManagementCertified Payroll Professional (CPP)

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Hard Skills

Payroll ProcessingPayroll Tax RegulationsJournal EntriesReconciliationsAccrualsMonth-End CloseData ValidationPayroll ReportingSOX ComplianceWorkday Configuration

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsDecision-Making Skills

Tools & Technologies

Workday HCMPayroll Reporting ToolsMicrosoft Excel

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)

Industry Keywords

Multi-State Payroll OperationsPayroll AuditsWage and Hour LawsPayroll ControlsInternal Audit

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead all aspects of full-cycle, international and multi-state payroll processing for exempt and non-exempt employees
Ensure payroll is processed accurately, timely, and in compliance with applicable regulations
Oversee earnings, deductions, taxation, garnishments, benefits, direct deposits, and year-end processing
Manage payroll calendars, processing schedules, quality controls, and service level expectations
Review payroll audits, exception reports, reconciliations, and data validation processes
Lead, coach, and develop a team of payroll professionals
Establish performance expectations and drive accountability across the department
Conduct performance reviews, succession planning, and career development activities
Support onboarding and training initiatives for new payroll team members
Partner with Finance and Accounting on general ledger accuracy, payroll accruals, journal entries, and month-end close
Ensure payroll data supports financial reporting and forecasting
Analyze payroll trends and provide reporting and recommendations to leadership
Maintain and strengthen payroll controls within a SOX-compliant environment
Ensure adherence to payroll regulations, wage and hour laws, tax requirements, and company policies
Develop, monitor, and improve payroll policies, procedures, and internal controls
Partner with Internal Audit and Compliance to evaluate and mitigate payroll-related risks
Serve as primary contact for internal and external payroll audits and coordinate audit requests
Manage complex payroll issues and escalations and implement corrective actions
Serve as Payroll functional lead for Workday Absence, Payroll, and Time and Scheduling
Oversee Workday configuration, testing, validation, and release management
Lead payroll participation in Workday enhancements, upgrades, integrations, and new functionality deployments
Ensure data integrity across Workday and related systems
Develop and maintain Workday payroll reporting, dashboards, and analytics
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, controls, and employee experience through Workday functionality

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
Ten (10) or more years of progressive payroll experience, including significant experience managing multi-state payroll operations
Five (5) or more years of leadership experience managing payroll teams
Experience with Workday Payroll and Workday HCM
Extensive knowledge of full-cycle payroll processing and administration
Strong understanding of payroll tax regulations, wage and hour laws, and payroll compliance requirements
Experience supporting payroll accounting functions, including journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and month-end close processes
Demonstrated experience working within a SOX-controlled environment
Experience supporting internal and external audit activities
Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience utilizing payroll reporting tools
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation

Benefits

Comp & perks

Healthcare coverage options
401(k)
Tuition reimbursement
Vacation pay
Sick pay
Holiday pay