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 - $135K *

Empower financial excellence by managing monthly closes, audits, and a remote team. Drive automation and AI integration in SaaS accounting while ensuring compliance and accuracy across multi-entity op...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$159K - $239K *

Elevate your career by leading business management activities for the F-35 Production portfolio. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive strategic planning, financial oversight, and process improvemen...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$159K - $239K *

Unlock potential by leading business management activities for the F-35 Production portfolio. Drive strategic planning, enhance collaboration, and ensure effective execution of financial processes whi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$180K - $220K *

Champion the strategy and governance of HR and payroll systems, leading teams to ensure compliance and operational excellence. Drive integration and data security while aligning systems with business...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Champion payroll platform modernization by leading data model redesign, ensuring compliance, and coordinating with engineering teams to enhance operational efficiency while minimizing risks during sys...

Utah, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$107K - $130K *

Oversee and enhance revenue operations, including utility billing and tax collection. Manage staff, ensure compliance, and improve customer service while analyzing revenue sources and preparing financ...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $150K *

The Tax Manager at LattaHarris, LLP will lead tax planning initiatives and oversee the review of complex tax returns while delivering a range of tax and accounting services. This role also involves me...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$115K - $145K *

Join our team to lead complex tax engagements, mentor professionals, and provide strategic client advisory services, driving success and fostering relationships in a collaborative environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $115K *

Lead and optimize the accounts receivable function, ensuring accurate invoicing, collections, and reporting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance cash flow and maintain strong internal c...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$98K - $160K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role managing industrial fabrication projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and quality standards while collaborating with clients and internal teams to...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$98K - $160K *

Lead and optimize industrial fabrication projects from inception to completion, ensuring safety, budget adherence, and quality standards while fostering collaboration among clients, engineering teams...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$78K - $95K *

Shape the future of financial operations at a specialty hospital by providing strategic leadership, ensuring fiscal integrity, and managing resources effectively while collaborating with executive man...

6 days ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Join our team to manage day-to-day accounting across multiple locations. You'll oversee accounts payable, receivable, and general ledger functions while collaborating with various departments to enhan...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$85K - $100K *

Drive your career with a hands-on role managing day-to-day accounting across multiple locations. Collaborate with teams to enhance processes, oversee accounts payable/receivable, and ensure accurate f...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$85K - $100K *

Transform your career by leading core accounting functions, ensuring compliance, and providing financial insights. Oversee full-cycle construction accounting while collaborating with project teams to...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by overseeing financial operations and analytics for multiple departments, ensuring compliance and budget adherence while collaborating with leadership to enhance revenue cycle perfor...

4 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead and innovate IT Controls and AI Resiliency projects, ensuring effective management and delivery within scope, budget, and schedule while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet business...

Ohio, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $175K *

Champion the financial planning and reporting processes as you build systems and models that support our growth. Collaborate with leadership to develop budgets, forecasts, and reports that drive strat...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $140K *

Unlock potential by leading footwear and accessories production from concept to delivery. Drive cross-functional collaboration, manage vendor relationships, and ensure product excellence while mentori...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$105K - $115K *

Elevate your career by leading accounting functions for construction projects. Manage a team while ensuring accurate billing, budget monitoring, and client communication. Drive financial goals and fos...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional construction projects. Oversee project management, coordinate with subcontractors, and ensure timelines and budgets are met while providing outst...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in shaping HR strategies that align with business goals, manage HR teams, and foster a positive work environment. Drive recruitment, performance management, and employee engagement ini...

Orangeville, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$131K - $187K *

Lead the evolution of secure software engineering by integrating security into design, development, and delivery processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement secure practices and dr...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in enhancing financial integrity and operational excellence across multiple accounting teams. Drive consistent close models, develop talent, and resolve complex issues while ensuring t...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$161K - $241K *

Lead a dynamic team in shaping innovative counterspace mission capabilities, ensuring successful program execution while fostering customer relationships and strategic planning to enhance national sec...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.