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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$150K - $160K *

Take ownership of payroll operations, ensuring compliance and efficiency in a dynamic environment. Collaborate cross-functionally to manage end-to-end payroll processes for U.S. employees, driving acc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by managing payroll for a large construction workforce. Oversee compliance, reporting, and team leadership while ensuring accurate payroll processing and fostering collaboration...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform payroll operations by leading a team to ensure compliance, accuracy, and efficiency in processing for a large construction workforce, while fostering collaboration across departments and enh...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing global payroll operations, ensuring compliance and accuracy while leading a skilled team. Drive strategic initiatives and enhance payroll processes to support...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Accelerate your career by managing payroll and accounting processes. Oversee payroll for multiple entities, ensure compliance, and enhance financial systems while supporting the broader accounting tea...

3 weeks ago

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

$108K - $130K *

Oversee regional payroll operations across North America, ensuring accurate, compliant payroll delivery while driving process improvements and transformation initiatives. Lead a team, collaborate with...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $240K *

Optimize payroll operations across multiple countries, ensuring compliance and accuracy while leveraging AI and automation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance processes and support com...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $120K *

Optimize payroll processes by ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant payroll for all employees. Collaborate across departments to enhance efficiency and support organizational excellence in a dynami...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$88K - $95K *

Champion accurate payroll operations by leading a dedicated team, ensuring compliance, and enhancing processes. Collaborate with campus partners to resolve complex issues and drive continuous improvem...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$88K - $105K *

Empower payroll accuracy and compliance by leading a team to enhance processes, manage complex payroll systems, and ensure timely reporting for union and non-union employees while collaborating with f...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $120K *

Unlock potential by ensuring payroll compliance through effective governance, monitoring, and collaboration across departments. Leverage expertise in UKG systems and AI tools to enhance operational ef...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential by leading payroll operations, ensuring compliance, and driving process improvements while managing a high-performing team in a dynamic environment. Collaborate across department...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$190K - $223K *

Elevate your career by leading payroll operations across the US and Canada. Drive compliance, enhance processes, and empower your team during a period of growth while collaborating with cross-function...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$134K - $265K *

Drive transformation by guiding clients through payroll process analysis, leveraging technology and automation. Lead teams, manage projects, and enhance client relationships to foster growth and opera...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$134K - $265K *

Empower clients by analyzing payroll processes, identifying solutions, and leveraging technology to enhance operations. Lead teams, manage projects, and drive growth while ensuring high-quality delive...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$134K - $265K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic payroll transformations, guiding clients through process improvements, and leveraging innovative technologies to enhance operational efficiency and drive growth i...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$134K - $265K *

Shape the future of payroll operations by leading strategic initiatives, guiding clients through process improvements, and leveraging innovative technologies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$134K - $265K *

Optimize payroll operations by guiding clients through process analysis, technology solutions, and team leadership. Drive growth and transformation while leveraging automation and AI tools to enhance...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$134K - $265K *

Lead transformative payroll strategies by guiding clients through process analysis, technology integration, and team management, while driving growth and enhancing operational efficiency in a dynamic...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$134K - $265K *

Lead the charge in transforming payroll operations by guiding clients through process analysis, technology integration, and team management, while driving growth and innovation in a dynamic environmen...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$134K - $265K *

Advance your career by guiding clients through payroll process improvements, leveraging technology and automation. Lead teams, manage projects, and drive growth while enhancing operational effectivene...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$134K - $265K *

Lead the charge in transforming payroll operations by guiding clients through process analysis, technology integration, and team management. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance efficiency and dri...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$134K - $265K *

Transform payroll operations by guiding clients through process analysis, technology solutions, and team leadership. Leverage automation and GenAI tools to enhance efficiency while driving growth and...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$134K - $265K *

Drive transformation in payroll operations by guiding clients through process analysis, technology solutions, and team leadership. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance efficiency and support busin...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$134K - $265K *

Lead the charge in transforming payroll operations by guiding clients through process analysis, technology integration, and team leadership. Drive growth and innovation while enhancing client relation...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.