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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$140K - $160K *

Lead the administration and enhancement of executive compensation programs, ensuring compliance and competitiveness. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to influence strategic decisions and manage...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $160K *

Champion executive compensation strategies by leading program execution, managing analyses, and collaborating with key stakeholders to ensure competitive and compliant compensation practices aligned w...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Champion project success by managing schedules, costs, and documentation. Collaborate with teams to ensure financial targets are met and optimize resources for large-scale projects. Drive efficiency a...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$160K - $180K *

Provide oversight for insurance accounting and reporting, driving process improvements and leveraging technology to enhance financial operations. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and accura...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of financial leadership by driving month-end close processes, ensuring compliance, and mentoring a dedicated accounting team while optimizing corporate liquidity and internal controls...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K *

Oversee the development and implementation of payroll systems, ensuring compliance with regulations. Lead a team of accountants, manage payroll operations, and enhance organizational efficiency throug...

1 week ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Empower your career by leading our billing operations to drive automation and excellence. Oversee a high-performing team while modernizing processes to enhance customer experiences and support financi...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$87K - $116K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring accurate payroll for prevailing wage projects. This role involves processing payroll, maintaining compliance, and collaborating across departments to resolve d...

1 week ago

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

$130K - $170K *

Lead the charge in establishing IT business management, overseeing technology finances, vendor relationships, and investment governance to ensure strategic alignment and fiscal responsibility across t...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$83K - $90K *

Transform your career by overseeing payroll tax compliance and reporting across multiple states. Utilize advanced analytical skills to improve processes and enhance accuracy in tax filings while provi...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$70K - $106K *

Engage with a dynamic team to drive talent management, optimize staffing solutions, and enhance employee experiences. Collaborate with leadership to ensure operational effectiveness and client satisfa...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in executing complex technology infrastructure projects globally, collaborating with diverse teams and driving successful outcomes in a fast-paced environment while fostering a culture...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Champion strategic partnerships by engaging CPAs and family offices, driving referrals and enhancing GTM's advisory services through relationship building. Play a key role in growth within the account...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Drive operational excellence by leading manufacturing teams, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency in production processes. Foster a culture of continuous improvement while achieving business objec...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $160K *

Lead the transformation of enterprise Tech Business Management, driving product strategy and integration across portfolio tools. Enhance data-driven insights and optimize processes for improved effici...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Deliver comprehensive project management from planning to completion, ensuring client satisfaction and adherence to budget and schedule. Act as the primary liaison among stakeholders, facilitating eff...

6 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive excellence in wastewater treatment projects by managing construction teams, financial performance, and all project phases to ensure quality delivery and client satisfaction...

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

$111K - $139K *

Unlock your potential as a strategic leader in manufacturing, overseeing iron casting operations across multiple shifts. Drive continuous improvement, optimize productivity, and mentor supervisors to...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in strategic technology initiatives, enhancing project management practices across the organization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver complex projects, ensuring align...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$80K - $90K *

Empower organizational success by leading People Operations initiatives. Drive employee relations, manage leaves and accommodations, and foster a culture of compliance and unity across multi-location...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Take ownership of financial operations by managing accounting processes, ensuring compliance, and delivering accurate reporting. Collaborate with leadership and external partners to enhance efficiency...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in enhancing financial operations by overseeing accounting teams, ensuring accurate reporting, and driving process improvements across multiple entities to support organizational succe...

Nisku, ABIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Transform technology initiatives by leading complex projects and enhancing governance practices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive strategic value across infrastructure, cybersecurity...

North York, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Deliver exceptional project execution and operational support for data center infrastructure, leading teams and coordinating resources to ensure successful outcomes across multiple projects in a dynam...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading financial operations and strategic analysis. Drive accuracy in reporting, enhance processes, and collaborate across teams to support informed decision-making while managing...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.