Mid Level Payroll Manager Jobs
Mid level payroll manager jobs go to professionals ready to own payroll cycles end to end, resolve compliance issues independently, and guide junior staff without constant oversight. Openings cover 30% remote and hybrid settings across Consulting & Professional Services, Technology & Software, and Education, with employers like Whatnot, GEICO, and Jobot hiring at this level now.
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McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve – we care.
What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow’s health today, we want to hear from you.
Position Summary
The Payroll Systems Analyst supports and optimizes payroll systems, with a strong focus on Workday Payroll, to ensure accurate, compliant, and timely payroll processing. This role partners cross-functionally with Payroll, HRIS, Finance, and IT teams to enhance system functionality, improve processes, and support ongoing transformation initiatives
Key Responsibilities
Workday Payroll Support – Provide ongoing system support for Workday Payroll, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and optimized payroll processing across business units
System Enhancements & Optimization – Gather requirements, support testing, and implement system enhancements and automation tools; proactively identify opportunities to improve efficiency, controls, and user experience.
Execution & Delivery – Independently manage assigned tasks and projects, applying sound judgment, following established procedures, and ensuring timely and accurate completion
Documentation & SOPs – Develop and maintain desktop procedures and standard operating procedures to support consistent and compliant payroll operations
Requirements & Configuration Support – Translate business requirements into system configurations and functional specifications; maintain payroll elements including earnings, deductions, and tax settings
Stakeholder Partnership – Collaborate with Payroll Operations and cross-functional teams to identify system impacts, communicate updates, and mitigate risks
Testing & Release Support – Support system updates through test execution, documentation, and validation of payroll outputs to ensure accuracy post-implementation.
Minimum Qualifications
Degree or equivalent and typically requires 4+ years of relevant experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, HRIS, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 4–5 years of payroll experience, including at least 2 years supporting Workday Payroll and HCM
Technical & Functional Skills
- Hands-on experience with Workday Payroll configuration, testing, and reporting
- Knowledge of payroll lifecycle and integrated systems (e.g., Workday Time Tracking, ADP, WFM)
- Understanding of payroll compliance and regulatory requirements
- Experience with Workday Enterprise Interface Builder (EIB) integrations
- Experience supporting multi-state or cross-border payroll preferred
Core Competencies
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Effective communication and collaboration across teams
Working Conditions
- Traditional office or remote work environment
- Primarily computer-based work
We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson,
Our Base Pay Range for this position
$72,500 - $120,800McKesson has become aware of online recruiting-related scams in which individuals who are not affiliated with or authorized by McKesson are using McKesson’s (or affiliated entities, like CoverMyMeds or RxCrossroads) name in fraudulent emails, job postings or social media messages. In light of these scams, please bear the following in mind:
McKesson Talent Advisors will never solicit money or credit card information in connection with a McKesson job application.
McKesson Talent Advisors do not communicate with candidates via online chatrooms or using email accounts such as Gmail or Hotmail. Note that McKesson does rely on a virtual assistant (Gia) for certain recruiting-related communications with candidates.
McKesson job postings are posted on our career site: careers.mckesson.com.
McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer
McKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other legally protected category. For additional information on McKesson’s full Equal Employment Opportunity policies, visit our Equal Employment Opportunity page.
McKesson is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including job seekers with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us by sending an email to (United States) Disability_Accommodation@McKesson.com or (Canada) Accessibility@mckesson.ca. Resumes or CVs submitted to this email box will not be accepted.
Join us at McKesson!
McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve – we care.
What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow’s health today, we want to hear from you.
Position Summary
The Payroll Systems Analyst supports and optimizes payroll systems, with a strong focus on Workday Payroll, to ensure accurate, compliant, and timely payroll processing. This role partners cross-functionally with Payroll, HRIS, Finance, and IT teams to enhance system functionality, improve processes, and support ongoing transformation initiatives
Key Responsibilities
Workday Payroll Support – Provide ongoing system support for Workday Payroll, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and optimized payroll processing across business units
System Enhancements & Optimization – Gather requirements, support testing, and implement system enhancements and automation tools; proactively identify opportunities to improve efficiency, controls, and user experience.
Execution & Delivery – Independently manage assigned tasks and projects, applying sound judgment, following established procedures, and ensuring timely and accurate completion
Documentation & SOPs – Develop and maintain desktop procedures and standard operating procedures to support consistent and compliant payroll operations
Requirements & Configuration Support – Translate business requirements into system configurations and functional specifications; maintain payroll elements including earnings, deductions, and tax settings
Stakeholder Partnership – Collaborate with Payroll Operations and cross-functional teams to identify system impacts, communicate updates, and mitigate risks
Testing & Release Support – Support system updates through test execution, documentation, and validation of payroll outputs to ensure accuracy post-implementation.
Minimum Qualifications
Degree or equivalent and typically requires 4+ years of relevant experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, HRIS, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 4–5 years of payroll experience, including at least 2 years supporting Workday Payroll and HCM
Technical & Functional Skills
- Hands-on experience with Workday Payroll configuration, testing, and reporting
- Knowledge of payroll lifecycle and integrated systems (e.g., Workday Time Tracking, ADP, WFM)
- Understanding of payroll compliance and regulatory requirements
- Experience with Workday Enterprise Interface Builder (EIB) integrations
- Experience supporting multi-state or cross-border payroll preferred
Core Competencies
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Effective communication and collaboration across teams
Working Conditions
- Traditional office or remote work environment
- Primarily computer-based work
We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson,
Our Base Pay Range for this position
$72,500 - $120,800McKesson has become aware of online recruiting-related scams in which individuals who are not affiliated with or authorized by McKesson are using McKesson’s (or affiliated entities, like CoverMyMeds or RxCrossroads) name in fraudulent emails, job postings or social media messages. In light of these scams, please bear the following in mind:
McKesson Talent Advisors will never solicit money or credit card information in connection with a McKesson job application.
McKesson Talent Advisors do not communicate with candidates via online chatrooms or using email accounts such as Gmail or Hotmail. Note that McKesson does rely on a virtual assistant (Gia) for certain recruiting-related communications with candidates.
McKesson job postings are posted on our career site: careers.mckesson.com.
McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer
McKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other legally protected category. For additional information on McKesson’s full Equal Employment Opportunity policies, visit our Equal Employment Opportunity page.
McKesson is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including job seekers with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us by sending an email to (United States) Disability_Accommodation@McKesson.com or (Canada) Accessibility@mckesson.ca. Resumes or CVs submitted to this email box will not be accepted.
Join us at McKesson!
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Mid Level Payroll Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level payroll manager job?
Position your experience around ownership, not just task completion. Highlight payroll runs you have managed independently, compliance issues you have resolved, and any process improvements you have driven. Tailor your resume to show that you can operate with limited oversight, handle multi-state or multi-entity payroll, and troubleshoot discrepancies before they escalate. A strong working knowledge of a major payroll platform is expected at this stage.
Which companies hire mid level payroll managers?
Companies hiring mid level payroll managers right now include Whatnot, GEICO, and Jobot, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Mid-size and large organizations with sizable workforces tend to hire at this level because they need payroll professionals who can run independently, not just support a more senior manager.
Are there remote mid level payroll manager jobs?
Yes, and the share is meaningful. About 30% of mid level payroll manager openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting how broadly employers have accepted distributed payroll teams. Fully remote roles often require stronger self-direction and comfort with cloud-based payroll systems, since you won't have a team nearby for quick questions.
How do I move up to a mid level payroll manager role?
The path into mid level typically involves moving from processing support tasks to owning entire payroll cycles, including audits, reconciliations, and tax filings. Building depth in a major payroll platform, taking on multi-state payroll, and demonstrating that you can catch and correct errors before escalation all signal readiness. Measurable impact, like reducing error rates or cutting processing time, strengthens the case for promotion or a lateral move upward.
Which industries hire the most mid level payroll managers?
Mid Level payroll manager roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Technology & Software, and Education, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors tend to have large, distributed workforces with complex pay structures, which creates consistent demand for payroll professionals who can manage compliance and accuracy without close supervision.