OverviewThe Payroll Manager oversees accurate, timely, and compliant payroll operations across US Conec's domestic and international workforce. This role plays a critical part in ensuring payroll integrity for diverse employee populations while partnering closely with HR, Finance, Accounting, HRIS providers, and external vendors to continuously improve payroll systems and processes.
Responsibilities- Lead end-to-end payroll processing for all employee groups, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and regulatory compliance
- Compile, validate, and process payroll data, including hourly, salaried, piece rate, temporary, bonus, commission, and off-cycle payments
- Review and reconcile timekeeping data; investigate and resolve discrepancies prior to payroll submission
- Maintain, audit, and reconcile payroll records related to wages, deductions, taxes, garnishments, and benefits
- Administer payroll processes for temporary employees, including system uploads, agency reporting, and billing support
- Manage payroll-related compliance activities, including garnishments, tax filings, statutory reporting, and record retention
- Prepare payroll documentation and reports to support internal controls, audits, and financial reviews
- Partner with Accounting to provide accurate payroll data, general ledger coding, reconciliations, and year-end reporting (including W-2s)
- Serve as the primary point of contact for employee payroll inquiries, providing timely resolution and clear guidance
- Collaborate cross-functionally with HR, Finance, Accounting, HRIS partners, and vendors to ensure data accuracy and process alignment
- Identify, recommend, and implement continuous improvements to payroll systems, workflows, and reporting
Must Haves- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
- 3-5 years of progressive payroll processing experience
- Strong working knowledge of payroll laws, tax regulations, garnishments, and compliance requirements
- Experience with payroll audits, reconciliations, and payroll-related reporting
- Proficiency with payroll systems and HRIS platforms
- Exceptional attention to detail with a high standard of data accuracy
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills
Nice to Haves- Experience with piece rate payroll processing
- Hands-on experience with Paylocity or similar payroll platforms
- Experience supporting payroll for temporary or contingent workforces
- Bilingual language skills
What We Offer- Competitive base salary with performance-based bonus potential
- 4 weeks of PTO
- Health, dental, and vision plans
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match and planning resources
- Collaborative, team-based culture that fuels innovation
- Paid time off, holidays, and employee recognition programs celebrating your achievements
- Community engagement and STEM outreach opportunities to give back locally
