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ePac Flexible Packaging · 3 hours ago

Payroll Manager

United States

Full-time

Remote

Mid, Senior Level

$80K/yr - $110K/yr

5+ years exp

ePac Flexible Packaging is a company dedicated to helping small consumer packaged goods brands gain a competitive edge through advanced packaging solutions. The Payroll Manager will oversee all aspects of payroll processing, ensuring compliance and accuracy while supporting both onsite and remote team members in a multi-state environment.

ManufacturingPackaging ServicesPrintingRecyclingRetail

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end multi-state, multi-company payroll processing for exempt and non-exempt employees (350+ employees, over 27 states with 11 separate entities), including but not limited to wage/hour classifications, overtime, bonuses, commissions, variable compensation, profit sharing, garnishments, leave, terminations and adjustments

Ensure accurate tax withholdings, benefit deductions (voluntary and involuntary), wage garnishments, child support orders, and reimbursement workflows; manage jurisdiction-specific nuances (multi-state for the US)

Reconcile payroll data for accuracy; resolve discrepancies with HR, site managers, and department supervisors

Ensure payroll runs are completed on time and in compliance with internal controls and company policies

Process and submit international monthly payroll through HRIS system for EOR population

Prepare and file all required payroll tax returns (federal, state, local in the US) and respond to notices from tax authorities

Manage year-to-date tax reporting, unemployment insurance, and reconciliations for the US

Stay current with payroll tax regulations across the US; advise on changes affecting payroll

Lead tasks including W-2s, quarterly 941s, 940, 1099s (if applicable) and related state filings

Prepare and distribute year-end payroll documents; respond to employee inquiries and provide year-end guidance

Coordinate internal and external audits related to payroll and payroll tax compliance

Maintain comprehensive documentation of payroll processes, controls, and SOPs

Perform regular reconciliations of payroll GL accounts, benefits, withholdings, and payroll accounts

Monitor access controls, data security, and confidentiality of payroll information

Administer and optimize the payroll system (Rippling) for US, including setup, tax rules, reporting, and workflows

Collaborate with IT/HR to implement system updates, patches, and process improvements; support integrations with time and attendance systems used

Oversee funding feeds

Develop and generate payroll reports for management, audits, and compliance; provide insights to operations leadership

Prepare and present regular payroll and benefits metrics and analytics to senior leadership; identify opportunities for cost savings and program enhancements

Partner with HR/Benefits to onboard/offboard employees, changes in compensation, and benefit enrollments

Collaborate with management to address shift differentials considerations

Work with Finance/GL for monthly close, variance analysis, and posting

Provide payroll guidance to department managers

Ensure adherence to applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations; track wage and hour compliance, exemptions, and overtime rules across states

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of payroll regulations, tax credits, unemployment regulations, and reporting requirements

Manage employee data privacy and secure handling of payroll information; ensure confidentiality

Qualification

Multi-state payroll processingTax compliancePayroll system optimizationRipplingCPPFPC certificationExcelGoogle SheetsCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsProblem solvingAttention to detail