Payroll Lead

Overview

• Lead payroll operations for a dynamic organization, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in multi-state systems.
• Develop and implement scalable payroll processes to support organizational growth and integration across divisions.
• Collaborate with HR and accounting teams to ensure seamless payroll and benefits administration.
• Support audits and maintain organized payroll records to meet regulatory standards and enhance transparency.
• Administer benefits and retirement plans, ensuring accurate deductions and contributions.
• Train local administrators and onboard new divisions into payroll systems effectively.
• Monitor regulatory changes and update payroll procedures to maintain compliance and operational excellence.
• Provide leadership in payroll operations, fostering a culture of precision and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Execute payroll processing for union and non-union employees, ensuring timely and accurate delivery.
• Develop and maintain payroll documentation and standard operating procedures for scalability and compliance.
• Administer employee benefits and retirement contributions, ensuring adherence to policies and regulations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize payroll integration and streamline operations.
• Train and mentor local administrators on payroll and benefits procedures, fostering knowledge growth.
• Monitor and adapt to regulatory changes, updating payroll processes accordingly to ensure compliance.
• Support internal and external audits by maintaining well-documented payroll records and practices.
• Drive continuous improvement in payroll operations to enhance efficiency and compliance across the organization.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of payroll management experience, preferably in a multi-state environment.
• Proficiency in payroll systems such as iSolved and ERP platforms.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and union payroll regulations and compliance standards.
• Experience in benefits administration and retirement contributions management.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail for compliance and audits.
• Strong communication skills for training and cross-functional collaboration.
• Ability to develop scalable payroll procedures and improve operational efficiency.