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 - $150K *

Drive the transformation of our accounting function by leading the monthly close, enhancing financial systems, and developing a high-performing team. Leverage AI and automation to improve accuracy and...

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead manufacturing operations by optimizing processes, managing teams, and ensuring quality standards. Collaborate across departments to achieve production goals while maintaining safety and efficienc...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$103K - $136K *

Champion U.S. payroll operations for a multi-state workforce, ensuring compliance and accuracy. Drive efficiency through automation and analytics while managing payroll systems and vendor relationship...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring payroll accuracy for 1,700 employees. Oversee payroll processing, audits, and compliance while managing a Payroll Analyst. Drive financial integrity and suppor...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join our team to lead and optimize the accounts payable function, managing a skilled group in a dynamic environment while enhancing efficiency and ensuring compliance in all financial operations...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $136K *

Drive impactful healthcare system implementations by leading complex projects in EMR, Health Benefits Management, and Pharmacy systems. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure successful delivery whi...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$167K - $250K *

Join a team that's transforming revenue accounting by leading technical expertise and operational initiatives. Collaborate across functions to enhance financial reporting and drive continuous improvem...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$167K - $250K *

Empower your career by joining a dynamic Revenue Recognition Accounting Team. Lead technical accounting initiatives, collaborate across functions, and drive continuous improvement in a transformative...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$115K - $140K *

Drive operational excellence in Accounts Payable by leading a dedicated team. Ensure efficient processing and timely payments, while fostering collaboration with cross-functional teams for continuous...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of payroll operations by leading a high-impact team focused on accuracy, compliance, and innovation. Collaborate across business units to enhance service delivery and drive operationa...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Oversee the P&L of a business unit, driving growth through strategic leadership, team development, and operational excellence. Collaborate with sales and management to enhance service offerings and en...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$92K - $110K *

Shape the future of financial operations by managing accounting processes, ensuring compliance with GAAP, and leading a team to deliver accurate financial reporting and analysis. Collaborate cross-fun...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $175K *

Drive payroll excellence by managing multi-state payroll operations, ensuring compliance, and leading a dedicated team. Oversee the full-cycle payroll process for 1,000+ employees while advising leade...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$98K - $129K *

Lead a dynamic payroll team to ensure accurate processing and compliance across multi-state operations. Collaborate with HR and other departments to resolve payroll issues while mentoring staff and en...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Lead financial planning and analysis efforts, guiding budgeting and forecasting processes while developing a high-performing team. Collaborate with senior leadership to drive strategic decisions and e...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$105K - $115K *

Champion the efficiency of accounts payable operations, leading a dynamic team to enhance financial processes across a multifamily real estate portfolio while ensuring accuracy and timely payments...

5 days ago

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

$108K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining payroll transformation by leading SAP ECP projects, enhancing client outcomes, and driving innovative solutions while managing cross-functional teams and optimizing payro...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and driving process improvements in a dynamic e-commerce environment. Collaborate across teams to e...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead financial planning and analysis for a $300M manufacturing business, driving operational efficiency and profitability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide insights that enhance deci...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Shape financial strategy and drive operational excellence by leading financial planning, analysis, and reporting for a $300M manufacturing business. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$83K - $108K *

Champion the payroll department's operations by supervising staff, ensuring timely and accurate payroll processing, and implementing best practices to enhance efficiency and compliance with laws and a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's redefining HR excellence by aligning strategic initiatives with business goals, enhancing organizational design, and fostering a vibrant company culture across multiple states...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$129K - $219K *

Drive your career forward by managing diverse projects, aligning them with strategic goals, and ensuring successful delivery through effective cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder engagement...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$137K - $170K *

Shape the future of financial leadership by overseeing accounting operations, ensuring compliance, and driving team development. Collaborate with leadership to deliver insights and enhance operational...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Drive your career forward by leading complex cross-functional programs and projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure successful delivery, operational excellence, and continuous improvement in...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.