Payroll Manager Jobs
Payroll Manager jobs are open across healthcare, manufacturing, retail, financial services, and professional services, at every level from payroll specialist to senior payroll manager and director, with specializations in multi-state payroll, union payroll, and payroll systems implementation. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Whether you're a recent grad or a seasoned professional, you can experience meaningful career growth at Rosendin. Enjoy a true sense of ownership as you work with a proven industry leader on some of the most exciting and high-profile projects in the nation. We offer a wide range of job opportunities, competitive compensation, full benefits, an Employee Stock Ownership Plan and more.
YOUR NEXT OPPORTUNITY:
The Office Payroll Manager is responsible for supervising all office payroll tasks, ensuring payrolls are processed accurately, and providing exceptional customer support for payroll inquiries. They will collaborate with other teams to resolve payroll-related issues, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
- Manage a team to ensure all payroll tasks are completed accurate and timely.
- Provide performance evaluations and conduct regular team and one-on-one meetings.
- Assist in training colleagues and subordinates and documenting processes.
- Process and audit payroll and benefit setups and deductions.
- Audit time records and make corrections or adjustments as needed.
- Ensure third-party garnishments are processed in accordance with federal/state laws.
- Review per diems to determine their taxability and make sure they are setup correctly.
- Keep up with current payroll regulations and tax law changes and update accordingly.
- Review employees' payroll results to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws.
- Collaborate with HR/Benefits on employment information, leave of absence, and benefit deductions.
- Respond to employee questions and issues regarding paychecks, direct deposit, or W-2s.
- Set up and update employees' tax records and make necessary adjustments.
- Assists auditors by providing required payroll information.
- Work with internal or external IT to fix errors and provide business requirements.
- Assist with testing new and updated functionalities for existing and new software programs.
- Keep accurate control and distribution of payroll-related reports and payments.
- Responsible for costing to GL transfer processes and assisting in related month-end closing activities.
- The duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work this position performs. This is not a complete listing; other duties will be assigned based on the position's role within the business unit.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:
- Payroll multi-state tax knowledge preferred.
- 10-key, data entry, and computer skills are required.
- Detail-oriented and equipped with research and analytical skills, able to multi-task effectively.
- Proficient in using a computer and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.);
- Experience with Oracle Fusion and Kronos preferred.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks, changing priorities as necessary.
- Ability to work under time pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude.
- Effective oral and written communication skills required for the position.
- Self-motivated, proactive, and an effective team player.
- Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees, both management and staff alike, vendors, clients, and others.
WHAT YOU BRING TO US:
- Associate Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related discipline.
- Minimum six years of work experience in payroll, preferably with a multi-state employer.
- Financial/payroll/tax-related training a plus, either formal classes or seminars.
- Can be a combination of education, training, and relevant experience.
TRAVEL:
- 0% to 10%.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- General work environment - sitting for long periods, standing, walking, typing, carrying, pushing, bending. Work is conducted primarily indoors with varying environmental conditions such as fluorescent lighting and air conditioning.
- Noise level is usually low to medium; it can be loud on the jobsite.
- We fully comply with the ADA and applicable state law, including considering reasonable accommodation measures that may enable qualified disabled applicants and employees to perform essential functions.
- Occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs.
Our success is rooted in our people. We all come together around long-term vision and a sense of shared ownership. As a group, we do whatever it takes to ensure the success of our business and your career.
Rosendin Electric is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
Whether you're a recent grad or a seasoned professional, you can experience meaningful career growth at Rosendin. Enjoy a true sense of ownership as you work with a proven industry leader on some of the most exciting and high-profile projects in the nation. We offer a wide range of job opportunities, competitive compensation, full benefits, an Employee Stock Ownership Plan and more.
YOUR NEXT OPPORTUNITY:
The Office Payroll Manager is responsible for supervising all office payroll tasks, ensuring payrolls are processed accurately, and providing exceptional customer support for payroll inquiries. They will collaborate with other teams to resolve payroll-related issues, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
- Manage a team to ensure all payroll tasks are completed accurate and timely.
- Provide performance evaluations and conduct regular team and one-on-one meetings.
- Assist in training colleagues and subordinates and documenting processes.
- Process and audit payroll and benefit setups and deductions.
- Audit time records and make corrections or adjustments as needed.
- Ensure third-party garnishments are processed in accordance with federal/state laws.
- Review per diems to determine their taxability and make sure they are setup correctly.
- Keep up with current payroll regulations and tax law changes and update accordingly.
- Review employees' payroll results to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws.
- Collaborate with HR/Benefits on employment information, leave of absence, and benefit deductions.
- Respond to employee questions and issues regarding paychecks, direct deposit, or W-2s.
- Set up and update employees' tax records and make necessary adjustments.
- Assists auditors by providing required payroll information.
- Work with internal or external IT to fix errors and provide business requirements.
- Assist with testing new and updated functionalities for existing and new software programs.
- Keep accurate control and distribution of payroll-related reports and payments.
- Responsible for costing to GL transfer processes and assisting in related month-end closing activities.
- The duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work this position performs. This is not a complete listing; other duties will be assigned based on the position's role within the business unit.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:
- Payroll multi-state tax knowledge preferred.
- 10-key, data entry, and computer skills are required.
- Detail-oriented and equipped with research and analytical skills, able to multi-task effectively.
- Proficient in using a computer and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.);
- Experience with Oracle Fusion and Kronos preferred.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks, changing priorities as necessary.
- Ability to work under time pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude.
- Effective oral and written communication skills required for the position.
- Self-motivated, proactive, and an effective team player.
- Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees, both management and staff alike, vendors, clients, and others.
WHAT YOU BRING TO US:
- Associate Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related discipline.
- Minimum six years of work experience in payroll, preferably with a multi-state employer.
- Financial/payroll/tax-related training a plus, either formal classes or seminars.
- Can be a combination of education, training, and relevant experience.
TRAVEL:
- 0% to 10%.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- General work environment - sitting for long periods, standing, walking, typing, carrying, pushing, bending. Work is conducted primarily indoors with varying environmental conditions such as fluorescent lighting and air conditioning.
- Noise level is usually low to medium; it can be loud on the jobsite.
- We fully comply with the ADA and applicable state law, including considering reasonable accommodation measures that may enable qualified disabled applicants and employees to perform essential functions.
- Occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs.
Our success is rooted in our people. We all come together around long-term vision and a sense of shared ownership. As a group, we do whatever it takes to ensure the success of our business and your career.
Rosendin Electric is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
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Find Payroll Manager JobsPayroll Manager Job Market
A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- EY3
- Protiviti3
- Css Payroll Co, L.P2
- Huron Consulting2
- Intuit2
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software12
- Accounting & Auditing6
- Staffing & Recruiting5
- Consulting & Professional Services4
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals3
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in payroll manager jobs.
- 3-5 years of end-to-end payroll processing experience in a multi-state environment
- Proficiency in at least one major HRIS or payroll platform such as ADP, Workday, or Ceridian
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, human resources, business administration, or a related field
- Working knowledge of federal and state payroll tax regulations and wage and hour laws
- Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) credential preferred
- Experience with year-end processes including W-2 preparation, reconciliation, and tax filings
Tips for Your Payroll Manager Job Search
Quantify payroll volume on your resume
Hiring managers want to know the scale you've handled. State the number of employees, pay cycles per year, and states covered rather than describing duties in general terms. Concrete figures make your experience easy to benchmark against the role.
List payroll software by exact product name
Workday, ADP Workforce Now, Ceridian Dayforce, UKG Pro, and Paylocity appear on most job postings as hard requirements. Match the exact product names from each posting to your resume so applicant tracking systems surface your application correctly.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists payroll manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight multi-state tax compliance experience
Employers with distributed workforces flag multi-state withholding and unemployment tax compliance as a differentiator in job descriptions. If you've handled nexus analysis, state-specific garnishment rules, or local tax jurisdictions, call that out explicitly in your work history.
Prepare a payroll discrepancy scenario for interviews
Interviewers almost always ask how you caught and corrected a payroll error under a tight deadline. Walk through the specific error, your discovery method, the correction process, and what you changed to prevent recurrence. Vague answers lose points fast.
Negotiate total compensation, not just base pay
Payroll managers frequently have leverage on schedule flexibility, professional development funding for certifications like CPP or FPC, and bonus eligibility tied to system implementation projects. Know which of those matter to you before the offer conversation starts.
Payroll Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most payroll managers?
The companies hiring the most payroll managers right now include EY, Protiviti, and Css Payroll Co, L.P, with the largest share of openings in Texas, New York, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Healthcare systems, large retailers, and staffing firms tend to carry consistent payroll manager demand due to high headcounts and complex pay structures.
How many payroll manager jobs are remote?
About 20% of payroll manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the role's strong compatibility with cloud-based payroll platforms. Positions focused on payroll systems administration and multi-state compliance tend to be the most remote-friendly, while roles tied to weekly on-site workforce management or union environments more often require in-person presence.
How do you become a payroll manager?
Start by building hands-on experience processing payroll as a specialist or coordinator, ideally across multiple states and employee classifications. Earn a payroll-specific credential such as the Fundamental Payroll Certification or Certified Payroll Professional designation to signal technical depth. Move into a lead or supervisor role to demonstrate people management, then apply to manager-level postings once you can show ownership of full payroll cycles and compliance reporting.
Can you get hired as a payroll manager without prior management experience?
Yes, some employers will hire strong individual contributors into a first payroll manager role if you've led a major system implementation, managed a complex multi-state payroll independently, or held a senior specialist title with significant scope. Frame your resume around the breadth of what you owned rather than the title, and target smaller companies or growth-stage organizations where the manager role is often a working role rather than a people-management seat.
What does the payroll manager interview process look like?
Most employers run a phone screen with HR focused on experience level and software familiarity, followed by a technical interview with a payroll director or controller covering compliance scenarios, error correction processes, and system knowledge. A final round often includes a panel with HR and finance stakeholders and may involve a practical exercise such as reconciling a sample payroll register or walking through a year-end close checklist.
Where can I find and apply to payroll manager jobs?
You can find and apply to payroll manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from companies across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience, location preference, and industry, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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