Explore Payroll Manager Jobs

Discover Payroll Manager opportunities with organizations seeking experienced professionals to lead accurate, timely, and compliant payroll operations. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping you find senior payroll leadership roles aligned with your expertise and career goals.

What Payroll Managers Do

Payroll Managers oversee the processes and teams responsible for employee pay. They manage payroll cycles, review calculations and reports, resolve escalated issues, and help ensure payroll practices follow applicable tax, labor, and reporting requirements. Depending on the organization, the role may also involve payroll systems, process improvements, audits, and coordination with finance, human resources, and benefits teams.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers often look for in-depth payroll knowledge, strong attention to detail, leadership experience, and the ability to handle confidential information. Familiarity with payroll platforms, reporting and reconciliation, multi-state or international payroll, and relevant regulations can be valuable. Clear communication and sound judgment are also important when guiding teams and addressing complex pay questions.

Find Your Next Payroll Leadership Role

Compare vetted Payroll Manager openings and review each listing for responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details. Use Ladders to focus your search on professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more and take the next step in your payroll career.

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$125K - $155K *

Innovate product strategy and execution, bridging cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions that align with customer needs and organizational goals throughout the product lifecycle...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in product innovation. Own strategy and execution, collaborating with cross-functional teams to transform customer insights into impactful solutions that drive business success and enh...

Alpharetta, GARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$126K - $210K *

Lead the charge in strategic communications, partnering with senior leaders to enhance executive, employee, and corporate messaging that drives business priorities and strengthens reputation across th...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Drive the end-to-end revenue lifecycle and lead a high-performing team in optimizing order-to-cash operations. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure compliance with ASC 606 while enhancing automati...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Manage a property accounting team, ensuring financial integrity and streamlining processes. Collaborate with clients and oversee audits while enhancing financial reporting and cash flow management. Dr...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$101K - $150K *

Champion client success by leading complex enterprise implementations, managing risks, and ensuring high-quality outcomes. Drive stakeholder engagement and project delivery while fostering strong rela...

Austin, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's transforming operations, driving cross-functional efficiency, and enhancing strategic planning. This high-impact role bridges strategy and execution, boosting clarity and structure...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in building and managing a lien negotiation function, overseeing complex medical lien resolutions while driving team performance and compliance to maximize client recoveries and stream...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$133K - $150K *

Champion innovative finance solutions by owning core accounting operations, driving automation, and enhancing financial reporting. Collaborate across teams to build a scalable finance function that su...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$68K - $115K *

Unlock global payroll efficiency by managing accurate, timely payments across multiple countries. Leverage AI and automation to streamline processes, ensure compliance, and enhance employee experience...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of financial close management solutions. Lead strategic initiatives, enhance operational efficiency, and drive client satisfaction while overseeing implementation...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career with a dynamic team focused on innovative accounting solutions. Lead financial processes, ensure compliance, and drive efficiency in a fast-paced environment while collaborating cr...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$130K - $150K *

Transform financial operations by leading month-end close, mentoring staff, and enhancing accounting processes in a dynamic CPG and e-commerce environment. Drive accuracy and compliance while supporti...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$70K - $95K *

Deliver impactful project management for complex implementations, leading teams to ensure successful outcomes while cultivating valued client relationships and driving business success through effecti...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $170K *

Execute complex, cross-functional initiatives while navigating ambiguity and redefining operational models. Your strategic insights and leadership will propel projects to success and enhance overall o...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's redefining payroll solutions by leading Oracle Cloud HCM implementations. Collaborate with stakeholders to design scalable, best-practice solutions while mentoring teams and ensurin...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$130K - $150K *

Transform project execution by leading multimillion-dollar automated storage solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery, budget adherence, and customer satisfaction a...

Romeoville, ILRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving large-scale infrastructure projects. As a Project Manager, you'll lead initiatives from kickoff to closeout, ensuring alignment with program objectives and stakeholder expec...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$165K - $185K *

Grow your career with us by leading complex electrical power solutions projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver innovative solutions for mission-critical facilities, ensuring projects meet...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $170K *

Join a team that's advancing enterprise talent strategy through data-driven performance management, succession planning, and organizational effectiveness, partnering with leaders to build high-perform...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Champion the proposal management process by leading complex RFP responses, ensuring compliance and quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver compelling proposals that align with stra...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to manage comprehensive leave programs, ensuring compliance and supporting benefits administration. Leverage your expertise in FMLA and state-specific leaves while enhancing employ...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in managing cross-functional programs that enhance AI data quality and evaluation. Collaborate with diverse teams to translate product needs into actionable plans, ensuring efficient d...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading financial strategy and analysis for new market expansions. Collaborate with executives to drive capital allocation decisions, manage forecasting cycles, and build financial...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $175K *

Join a dynamic team to drive financial strategy and insights, ensuring sound decision-making across high-priority projects. Collaborate with leadership to optimize performance and support innovative p...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Payroll Manager do?question toggle

    A Payroll Manager leads payroll operations, oversees payroll staff and systems, reviews payroll processing and reporting, and helps maintain accurate and compliant pay practices.

  • What qualifications are common for Payroll Manager jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary by employer, but roles commonly call for substantial payroll experience, knowledge of payroll regulations and tax requirements, familiarity with payroll software, and experience leading teams or processes.

  • Which skills are important for Payroll Managers?question toggle

    Important skills often include payroll administration, compliance awareness, reconciliation and reporting, attention to detail, confidentiality, communication, problem-solving, and team leadership.

  • Where can I find Payroll Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Ladders features vetted professional job opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Browse Payroll Manager listings and review individual postings for salary, location, and role requirements.