Solomon Page is partnering with financial services oranization with 2400 eployees  to find a hands-on, innovative Payroll Manager for a temporary contract opportunity. This individual will lead the payroll function, oversee accurate and timely biweekly payroll for a multi-state workforce, and manage and support the payroll team. We’re looking for someone who enjoys rolling up their sleeves, solving complex payroll issues, and finding new ways to improve processes, systems, and the employee experience.

• $55-$65k

Responsibilities:

• Lead the full-cycle processing of biweekly, multi-state payroll, including calculating, validating, balancing, approving, and confirming payroll.
• Manage, coach, and support the payroll team.
• Review payroll transactions, including earnings, deductions, taxes, garnishments, bonuses, incentives, referrals, and off-cycle payments.
• Maintain payroll systems and coordinate testing, upgrades, enhancements, integrations, and issue resolution.
• Ensure payroll practices comply with applicable federal, state, and local wage and hour, tax, and reporting requirements.
• Lead payroll-related audits and respond to tax notices, regulatory requests, and other inquiries.
• Manage year-end activities, including W-2 processing, reconciliations, ACA filings, and other required reporting.
• Identify and implement innovative ways to improve payroll processes, systems, documentation, and internal controls.
• Research and resolve complex payroll issues while providing responsive service to employees and business partners.
• Partner with HR, HRIS, Finance, Accounting, Benefits, Compensation, Legal, and external vendors.
• Support payroll needs related to acquisitions, organizational changes, and other business initiatives.
• Develop business continuity and succession plans for payroll operations.

Required Qualifications:

• At least six years of progressive payroll experience, including hands-on, high-volume, multi-state payroll processing.
• Experience administering payroll for a workforce of 1,500 or more employees with complex compensation structures.
• Experience managing payroll operations and leading, coaching, and developing a team.
• A hands-on approach and a track record of improving processes or introducing new ways of working.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll laws, tax regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Experience managing internal and external payroll audits.
• Advanced proficiency with payroll and HRIS platforms, including troubleshooting and integrations.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Finance, Accounting, or a related field. Four years of college coursework or four additional years of experience may be substituted.

Preferred qualifications:

• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification.
• Experience with Dayforce, UKG, or a similar enterprise payroll platform.
• Experience in financial services or another highly regulated industry.

If you meet the required qualifications and are interested in this role, please apply today. 

The Solomon Page Distinction

Solomon Page offers a comprehensive benefit program for hourly employees. We pride ourselves on offering medical, dental, 401(k), direct deposit and commuter benefits to our employees, including freelancers - which sets us apart in the industries we serve.

About Solomon Page

Founded in 1990, Solomon Page is a specialty niche provider of staffing and executive search solutions across a wide array of functions and industries. The success of Solomon Page reflects an organic growth strategy supported by a highly entrepreneurial culture. Acting as a strategic partner to our clients and candidates, we focus on providing customized solutions and building long-term relationships based on trust, respect, and the consistent delivery of excellent results. For more information and additional opportunities, visit: solomonpage.com and connect with us on Facebook, and LinkedIn.

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