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Senior Payroll Manager.

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Senior Payroll ManagerType: Full-time. Visa Type: US Citizen / Green Card Holder. They are open to candidates being local to any of their US offices, including Atlanta, Boston, LA, Chicago, Dallas, Houston, NYC, Orange County, Palo Alto, San Diego, SF, and Washington DC (preference for highlighted ones)Key Responsibilities Payroll OperationsDirect and manage payroll processing across all U.S. offices with strict compliance to federal, state, and local regulations.Oversee complex compensation structures, including bonuses, overtime, and special payments for attorneys and business professionals.Ensure accurate payroll tax filings and compliance with all reporting requirements.Leadership & Team ManagementSupervise, mentor, and develop payroll staff to foster a culture of high performance and professional growth.Recommend and implement best practices, process improvements, and technology enhancements to increase efficiency and accuracy.Compliance & Risk ManagementEnsure adherence to wage and hour laws, tax regulations, and internal policies.Partner with auditors to ensure audit readiness and provide timely responses to inquiries.Maintain strict data integrity, confidentiality, and security in all payroll systems.Cross-Functional CollaborationPartner with Finance, HR, and Benefits teams to ensure alignment across payroll, compensation, and benefits programs.Provide reporting, analytics, and insights to leadership to support financial planning and compensation strategies.Serve as a subject matter expert on payroll implications of regulatory and policy changes.Skills & ProficienciesStrong knowledge of payroll regulations, wage and hour laws, and multi-state payroll practices.Proficiency with payroll systems such as ADP, Workday, or UKG; experience with Workday Payroll Integration, Absence, and Time Tracking is a plus.Advanced Microsoft Office and Excel skills.Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.Ability to balance strategic vision with meticulous attention to detail.Proven success in managing, motivating, and developing high-performing teams.Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively across departments.Thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.QualificationsBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.CPP designation preferred.8–10+ years of progressive payroll experience, including 3–5 years in a management role.Experience managing payroll in a large, multi-office organization; professional services or law firm background strongly preferred.

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