Senior Payroll Manager

Senior Payroll ManagerIL Villa Park (HQ) - Villa Park, IL 60181OverviewSalary Range $115,000.00 - $125,000.00 Salary/year Position Type Full TimeDescriptionPayroll Operations & ComplianceDirect multi-state, bi-weekly payroll operations for a workforce of 1,000+ employees, effectively managing the nuances of seasonal field staff and corporate teams.Ensure absolute accuracy and timeliness in payroll processing; maintain strict adherence to evolving federal and state regulations.Standardize and integrate payroll workflows across the enterprise, particularly following M&A activity to ensure seamless organizational transitions.Govern payroll tax compliance, overseeing all filings and reporting requirements to mitigate risk.Establish and maintain robust internal controls, comprehensive documentation, and a state of perpetual audit readiness.Resolve complex payroll inquiries and escalations, providing expert guidance and high-touch service to all employees.Compensation & IntegrationAdminister complex compensation agreements, including intricate commission structures for Account Executives and performance-driven bonus plans.Facilitate the precise delivery of sign-on bonuses and referral payments, safeguarding the employee experience and organizational trust.Collaborate with regional HR partners to validate local data integrity for the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding and offboarding.Process ImprovementOptimize HRIS-integrated workflows for maximum efficiency.Partner with HR leadership to design and implement scalable, accurate processes for variable compensation administration.Deliver a strategic reporting cadence to the executive team, providing actionable insights into labor costs and overall payroll health.Advise the HRIS and People Operations teams on system enhancements, implementations, and technical upgrades impacting payroll.QualificationsBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field.5–7+ years of progressive payroll leadership experience within a complex, multi-state environment; background in construction or seasonal, labor-intensive industries is highly advantageous.Demonstrated expert-level proficiency in Paycom or analogous enterprise-grade HRIS platforms.CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) designation is a strong plus.A proven track record of managing high-volume, complex commission and bonus structures with precision.Deep technical knowledge of multi-state payroll compliance, taxation, and statutory reporting.Exceptional relationship-building skills across Finance, Benefits, and broader business functions.Demonstrated experience leading payroll integrations or operational initiatives within an M&A environment.A record of utilizing superior judgment and decisive problem-solving skills to navigate complex operational challenges.Bilingual (English and Spanish) is highly preferred.