Cherry Bekaert LLP

Payroll Manager

Cherry Bekaert LLP • $88K — $105K *
Fairfax, VA 22030In-Person
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, HR, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 5+ years of payroll experience, ideally with leadership roles
  • Strong knowledge of multi-state payroll regulations
  • Proficiency in payroll systems such as ADP, Workday, or similar
  • CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) preferred
  • Advanced Excel skills and analytical capabilities
  • High attention to detail and confidentiality

Responsibilities

  • Manage full-cycle payroll processing for multi-state employees
  • Ensure compliance with payroll regulations and tax filings
  • Lead payroll audits, reconciliations, and year-end activities
  • Oversee payroll systems administration and enhancements
  • Collaborate with HR and Finance for payroll data integration
  • Manage and mentor payroll staff, providing training
  • Identify opportunities for payroll automation and efficiency improvements

Benefits

  • Direct hire opportunity with long-term growth potential
  • Visible and impactful role in Finance/HR leadership
  • Collaborative, team-oriented culture
  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
Full Job Description
Job Title: Payroll Manager
Job Type: Direct Hire / Full-Time
Schedule: Hybrid or On-site (flexible based on location)
Compensation: Competitive base salary + bonus potential + comprehensive benefits package

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage full-cycle payroll processing on a bi-weekly/semi-monthly basis for multi-state employees
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations, including tax filings and reporting
  • Lead payroll audits, reconciliations, and year-end activities (W-2s, 1099s, etc.)
  • Oversee payroll systems administration, maintenance, and enhancements
  • Partner with HR and Finance to ensure seamless integration of payroll data (benefits, bonuses, commissions, etc.)
  • Manage and mentor payroll staff (if applicable), providing training and development
  • Identify opportunities for automation, efficiency improvements, and process standardization
  • Support external audits and respond to payroll-related inquiries

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, HR, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 5+ years of payroll experience, including leadership or supervisory responsibilities
  • Strong knowledge of multi-state payroll regulations and compliance requirements
  • Experience with payroll systems (e.g., ADP, Workday, UKG, Paylocity, or similar)
  • CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) preferred
  • Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capabilities
  • High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and confidentiality

Preferred Experience
  • Experience supporting large or rapidly growing employee populations
  • Exposure to benefits administration and HRIS integration
  • Experience in industries such as professional services, government contracting, or multi-entity environments

Why Apply
  • Direct hire opportunity with long-term growth potential
  • Visible, high-impact role within Finance/HR leadership
  • Collaborative, team-oriented culture
  • Competitive compensation and strong benefits offering
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About Cherry Bekaert LLP

Cherry Bekaert is a public accounting firm that provides a wide range of services to clients in various industries. The company offers audit, tax, and advisory services to help clients achieve their business goals. Cherry Bekaert has a team of over 1,200 professionals who are committed to delivering high-quality work and exceptional customer service. The company has offices in several states across the US and serves clients in both the public and private sectors.
Learn more about Cherry Bekaert LLP
Size
1,200 employees
Industry
Legal & Accounting
5 Year Trend
+10%
Revenue
$220 million
* Ladders Estimates

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