Payroll Manager

Payroll ManagerIron Bow Technologies is searching for a results-oriented and service-driven Payroll Manager who thrives in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate should have strong leadership and influencing skills, as well as relationship building and collaboration, judgment, teamwork, people management, and the ability to work with various partners to maintain strong overall governance of the payroll process. You will be responsible for payroll preparation/processing and responsibilities such as payroll and timekeeping systems maintenance, payroll tax reporting and maintaining payroll records. You must have the ability to implement quality control measures to ensure accuracy and compliance within the payroll area, develop policies, procedures and institute industry best practices. This opportunity is remote but will require you to come into the Herndon office as needed.Responsible for timely and accurate processing of semi-monthly multi-state payroll for 800+ employeesManage day-to-day payroll activitiesManage and develop payroll staffManage ADP implementation project to outsource filings for payroll tax returns across all states and jurisdictions; this includes interacting with ADP staff, mapping tax codes, testing of data {monthly, quarterly and annual data} to validate payroll tax withholdings and W2s prior to go-live date {estimated go-live date of 10/1/26}Coordinate work with Sr. Payroll Accountant and ensure the accurate and timely processing of pay, bonuses, commissions, deductions and tax filings in accordance with local, state and federal labor regulations and Company policies.Lead software implementation efforts (ADP, & ongoing Oracle updates)Research and handle extremely confidential information in an expeditious and discretionary mannerLiaise with Human Resources team on new hires and terminationsLiaise with retirement plan sponsor T.Rowe Price on all 401k payroll matters {funding of plan, validation of employee contributions and employer matching, coordinating and resolving any variances, etc}Provide ongoing employee support to the payroll and timekeeping systems {including timecard corrections, labor costing reconciliations and validations, labor costing recalculations, etc}Identify areas of training needs and structure a plan to deliver such training to employees and staffResponsible for remaining current on all changes in regulations affecting payroll and notifying management and affected employees of the changes and implications {candidate must have broad industry knowledge of current payroll laws and compliance requirements}Formulate, recommend and participate in the implementation of changes to policy and procedure to ensure integrity of the payroll, and to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations governing payment of wages to individualsFile and remit payment for all local, state, and federal payroll taxes, levies, and garnishmentsReconcile monthly payroll accounts, including taxes, in a timely manner {per accounting reconciliation schedule}Provide Management with payroll-related cash flow projectionsFacilitate year-end activities related to payroll, such as issuing W-2 forms to employees which include interacting with Accounting and Human Resource teams to incorporate taxable fringe benefitsDevelop user procedures, guidelines and documentation {this is a must from a business continuity standpoint}Responsible for managing all confidential payroll-related historical files and recordsProvide Management with ad hoc reports as requestedSupport quarterly lender, year-end financial, annual 401(k) and other miscellaneous auditsEnsure payroll and timekeeping transactions follow {in compliance with} governmental, regulatory, and legislative requirements and company policiesPerform other duties as assigned by Sr. Director of Accounting and/or Corporate ControllerSkills and experience that drive success:Bachelor's degree required (preferably in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration10 years Finance/Accounting experience including 5+ years administration and management of exempt and non-exempt multi-state payrollCertified Payroll Professional (CPP) – preferredExperience with Oracle or other large ERP system payroll and timekeeping modules preferredExperience with commission processing and payments a plusGovernment contracting familiarity is a plusMust be detail-oriented and able to work under pressure to meet deadlinesStrong and effective written and verbal communicationImpeccable interpersonal and organizational skillsSelf-starter with ability to learn and excel in a fast-paced environmentSuper analytical skills {comfortable managing large data sets and producing meaningful analysis}Must be able to work independently and in a team environment and effectively interact with colleagues and employees across all functions and levelsDemonstrated ability to identify, propose and implement process improvementsBrings broad industry knowledge of current payroll laws and compliance requirementsProficiency in Microsoft Office, especially MS ExcelWhat sets you apart:CPP certificationOracle expertiseExperience supporting government contractsWhy you'll love it!Iron Bow is rapidly growing and with growth comes opportunity for all. There is palpable energy and momentum across the company that is easy to tap into and be inspired by.Be a part of organizational transformation. Now's the time to join. Iron Bow is redesigning the customer and employee experience. This new approach elevates all and truly enables success.Play a key role in employee trust, compliance and operational excellenceHave an opportunity to drive process improvementsWork in a dynamic fast-paced environment with collaborative professionalsCompensation and benefit information:The salary range for this position is $120,000- $140,000. This range reflects the anticipated base pay for the position and is not a guarantee of final compensation. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, contract requirements, and business needs.Iron Bow Technologies reserves the right to fill this role at a different level, depending on qualifications and organizational priorities. This range represents only one component of Iron Bow's total compensation package. An overview of our benefits is available on our careers page.