Payroll Manager
Know County, TN
Remote- Office visit once a month for 3 days
Great benefits/PTO
Competitive compensation package
Our client is seeking an experienced
Payroll Manager to l
ead payroll operations for a dynamic, multi-state organization. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, maintaining regulatory compliance, managing payroll staff, and driving process improvements across the payroll function.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on payroll leader with a strong understanding of payroll regulations, tax compliance, reporting, and payroll systems. This individual will partner closely with HR, Finance, and other business leaders to deliver efficient payroll operations while supporting organizational growth.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee end-to-end payroll processing and ensure timely, accurate payroll delivery
Manage payroll tax filings, compliance requirements, garnishments, and year-end reporting
Lead, mentor, and develop payroll team members
Review payroll data, reconciliations, and reporting to ensure accuracy and compliance
Partner with HR, Finance, and leadership on payroll-related initiatives and issue resolution
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy
Support internal and external audits and maintain strong payroll controls
Manage payroll systems, reporting tools, and related vendor relationships
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
6+ years of payroll experience with increasing levels of responsibility
3+ years of payroll leadership or management experience
Experience managing payroll in a multi-state environment
Strong understanding of payroll regulations, taxation, and compliance requirements
Proficiency with payroll systems, HRIS platforms, and Microsoft Excel