Payroll Manager – Contractor

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. Supervise, mentor, and support payroll staff through training, guidance, and performance feedback .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $40 - $50 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in end-to-end payroll processing, compliance with payroll regulations, and staff supervision in a high-volume environment. Proficient in payroll systems and analytical problem-solving to ensure accurate payroll management and reporting.

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End-To-End Payroll ProcessingMulti-State Payroll ExperienceWorkday ProficiencyFundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)Payroll Regulations Compliance

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Hard Skills

Payroll ProcessingAccounting PrinciplesPayroll RegulationsAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsPayroll Systems AdministrationW-2 PreparationYear-End Tax ReportingBudget Variance AnalysisGeneral Ledger Verification

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationTeam CollaborationMentoring Skills

Tools & Technologies

WorkdayADPOne Source Virtual (OSV)Microsoft Office Suite

Certifications & Qualifications

Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC)Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)

Industry Keywords

Payroll ComplianceLabor LawsHigh-Volume PayrollPayroll DiscrepanciesWorkers’ Compensation Audits

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Supervise, mentor, and support payroll staff through training, guidance, and performance feedback
Manage end-to-end payroll processing for weekly, biweekly, and monthly payrolls
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations, including W-2 preparation and year-end tax reporting
Administer payroll systems, audit payroll cycles, and verify uploads to the general ledger
Research, analyze, and resolve payroll discrepancies, audit findings, and budget variances
Review payroll reports and respond to third-party payroll inquiries
Assist with workers’ compensation audits
Collaborate with Human Resources, Finance, and cross-functional teams on operational initiatives
Manage deadlines, shifting priorities, and confidential information
Hire, train, mentor, and develop payroll staff members
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field required
Six (6) or more years of multi-state payroll experience in a high-volume environment required
Four (4) or more years of supervisory experience preferred
An equivalent combination of education or experience may be accepted
Experience with Workday required
Experience with One Source Virtual (OSV) preferred
Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) preferred
Strong knowledge of payroll processing and accounting principles in a high-volume organization
Solid understanding of payroll regulations, tax requirements, and labor laws
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and payroll systems such as Workday, ADP, and OSV
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Working knowledge of accounting and payroll processing principles and their impact on the general ledger
Basic knowledge of payroll mandates and labor-law regulations preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive well-being benefits for you and your family
Total rewards package
Travel seldom required