Confidential Jobs · 23 hours ago
Payroll Manager (Workday Experience)
Delray Beach, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expConfidential Jobs is seeking an experienced Payroll Manager with strong expertise in Workday Payroll and HRIS systems to lead and manage payroll operations. The Payroll Manager will ensure timely and accurate payroll processing, maintain compliance with applicable laws, and provide leadership to the payroll team.
Computer Software
Responsibilities
Oversee end-to-end payroll processing for all employees using Workday, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
Manage payroll adjustments — including bonuses, overtime, deductions, terminations, and retroactive changes
Lead year-end processes (W-2s, filings, reconciliations) and support audit activities
Reconcile payroll accounts and work with Finance on general ledger reporting
Act as the Workday Payroll Subject Matter Expert (SME) — troubleshoot issues, configure payroll processes, create reports, and support system improvements
Maintain accurate system data, reporting structures, benefits elections, and integrations with timekeeping/payroll modules
Partner with HR, IT, and third-party providers to implement updates or new system features
Supervise, mentor, and develop the payroll team, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback
Support continuous improvement initiatives by streamlining processes, enhancing controls, and implementing best practices
Ensure internal payroll policies and documentation are current, clear, and compliant
Ensure payroll and earnings processing are compliant with federal/state regulations and internal control standards (including SOX where applicable)
Respond to internal and external audit requests and ensure accurate documentation is maintained
Manage payroll tax filing requirements and coordinate with external vendors as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
3–7+ years of payroll experience, with a strong focus on Workday Payroll and HRIS systems (including configuration and reporting)
Prior leadership/supervisory experience managing a payroll team
Extensive Workday Payroll experience, including troubleshooting, reporting, and system enhancements
In-depth knowledge of payroll regulations, tax compliance, and multi-state payroll processing
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other reporting tools
Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities
High attention to detail, accuracy, and compliance focus
Preferred
Experience managing payroll for multi-state or multi-country organizations
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP), Certified Payroll Manager (CPM), or similar credentials
Workday Payroll and/or Workday HCM certifications
Benefits
Competitive compensation and benefits offered.
Company
Confidential Jobs
Confidential Jobs is operated by ExecThread, Inc. (https://execthread.com).
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Amy Nelson
Managing Partner
Brandon Nolan
Chief Information Security Officer
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