Payroll Manager

PAYROLL MANAGER

JOB SUMMARY

The Payroll Manager will oversee the organization's payroll operations, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time. The role involves managing payroll processes, reviewing payroll data, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with applicable payroll and employment requirements.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Payroll Administration

• Oversee the full payroll process from data collection through payment.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of employee salaries, deductions, and adjustments.

2. Payroll Compliance

• Ensure payroll activities comply with applicable federal, state, and local requirements.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and documentation.

3. Payroll Data & Reconciliation

• Review payroll reports, deductions, taxes, and employee information for accuracy.
• Reconcile payroll records and resolve discrepancies promptly.

4. Employee Support

• Respond to employee inquiries regarding pay, deductions, taxes, and payroll records.
• Resolve payroll issues professionally and within established timelines.

5. Reporting & Process Improvement

• Prepare payroll reports and provide payroll information to management.
• Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes, accuracy, and efficiency.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPIs)

• Payroll accuracy and timely processing.
• Payroll compliance and reporting accuracy.
• Payroll discrepancy resolution turnaround.
• Accuracy and completeness of payroll records.
• Employee payroll inquiry response and resolution time.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 4–6 years of payroll or related finance/HR experience, including management experience.
• Strong knowledge of payroll processing, deductions, taxes, and compliance requirements.
• Experience with payroll systems and strong attention to detail.

ROLE EXPECTATIONS

• Ensure employees are paid accurately and on time.
• Maintain confidentiality of payroll and employee information.
• Ensure payroll processes comply with applicable requirements.
• Maintain accurate and organized payroll records.
• Promote efficiency and continuous improvement in payroll operations.

LOCATION

Atlanta, Georgia, United States