Senior Payroll Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Senior Payroll Manager

Location: Hybrid/Onsite (Nashville, TN)

Job Type: Contract / Interim Assignment

**** Local applicants to middle TN only will be considered ****

Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced Interim Senior Payroll Leader to provide hands-on leadership for a complex, multi-state payroll operation. This individual will oversee payroll processing, ensure compliance with payroll tax regulations, manage payroll staff, and support ongoing process improvements within the payroll function.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee end-to-end payroll operations across multiple states .
• Manage and mentor payroll team members while ensuring payroll accuracy and timeliness.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations.
• Oversee payroll tax filings, audits, reconciliations, and year-end processes.
• Partner with HR, Finance, and Accounting to resolve payroll issues and improve processes.
• Utilize UKG to maintain efficient payroll operations and reporting.

Requirements

• 7+ years of progressive payroll experience with demonstrated leadership responsibilities.
• Extensive experience managing multi-state payroll .
• Strong knowledge of payroll tax regulations, filings, and compliance .
• Experience processing high-volume, full-cycle payroll.
• Advanced UKG experience required.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification strongly preferred.
• Experience leading payroll process improvements, system enhancements, or payroll transitions.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field preferred.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned payroll leader to make an immediate impact, provide operational stability, and support a dynamic organization during a critical transition period.

------- > Apply today if you have the payroll leadership expertise, UKG knowledge, and multi-state payroll experience needed to hit the ground running.

Pay Details: $140,000.00 to $160,000.00 per year

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Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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