Payroll Manager

Location: Milwaukee, WI (On-Site)
Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire
Compensation: $110,000–$150,000 annually
Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) for eligible employees

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to lead payroll operations for a large, multi-state workforce. This role is responsible for managing payroll staff, ensuring accurate and compliant payroll processing, and partnering with cross-functional teams to support payroll operations across a complex organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee payroll processing for a large, multi-state employee population.
• Lead and support payroll staff while ensuring timely and accurate payroll execution.
• Manage payroll tax reporting, compliance requirements, and audit requests.
• Partner with HR, Accounting, and leadership teams on payroll-related matters.
• Prepare payroll reports, analyze payroll data, and identify process improvements.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of payroll experience in a high-volume environment.
• Previous experience leading or supervising payroll staff.
• Experience managing complex, multi-state payroll operations.
• Strong knowledge of payroll tax compliance and reporting requirements.
• Experience with PeopleSoft required

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