Payroll Manager

Payroll ManagerCherry Bekaert's Shared Services team is seeking a Payroll Manager to lead a high-impact payroll function supporting a multi-entity organization. This role offers the opportunity to drive payroll excellence, enhance processes, and lead a collaborative team in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment. This position is available to work in a hybrid capacity from one of our major office locations.As a Payroll Manager, you will:Lead and oversee the end-to-end payroll process, ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant payroll delivery across the organization and its subsidiariesProvide leadership, coaching, and development to a team of payroll professionals, fostering accountability and continuous growthEnsure all payroll transactions — including new hires, terminations, and compensation changes — are processed accurately and efficientlyServe as the primary point of contact for payroll-related inquiries, delivering responsive and high-quality support to employees and leadershipMonitor and ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations, proactively implementing updates as neededPrepare and review payroll-related filings and reporting, including tax payments, year-end forms, and required regulatory documentationIdentify opportunities for process improvements to enhance payroll accuracy, efficiency, and overall service deliveryMaintain and optimize payroll systems and tools to support business needs and scalabilityCollaborate cross-functionally with HR, People & Culture, Benefits, and IT teams to ensure seamless payroll operations and system integrationWhat you bring to the role:High School Diploma required; FPC or CPP certification required10+ years of payroll experience in a corporate or professional services environment, including experience leading payroll teamsDemonstrated ability to supervise, coach, and develop team members while driving high performanceStrong attention to detail with the ability to manage deadlines and ensure accuracy in a fast-paced environmentExcellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively across all levels of the organizationStrong problem-solving and critical-thinking skillsAbility to prioritize a dynamic workload and adapt to evolving business needsAdvanced proficiency in Excel and Adobe AcrobatExperience with Workday payroll required; exposure to UKG preferredExperience supporting or leading payroll system implementations, preferably within WorkdayWhat you can expect from us:Our shared values that foster inclusion and belonging including uncompromising integrity, collaboration, trust, and mutual respectThe opportunity to innovate and do work that motivates and engages youA collaborative environment focused on enabling you to further your career growth and continuous professional developmentCompetitive compensation and a total rewards package that focuses on all aspects of your wellbeingFlexibility to do impactful work and the time to enjoy your life outside of workOpportunities to connect and learn from professionals from different backgrounds and with different culturesPay Range:$91,800 to $146,900 per year