Accounting Career Consultants, ACC Construction, ACC Legal & HR Career Consultants · 1 week ago
Payroll Manager
St Louis, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expAccounting Career Consultants is seeking a Payroll Manager to lead and enhance payroll operations for a complex, multi-entity organization. The Payroll Manager will oversee payroll processing, ensure compliance, and drive system improvements while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
ConsultingEmploymentHuman ResourcesStaffing Agency
Hiring Manager
Elisha Edge
Responsibilities
Overseeing the accurate and timely processing of bi-weekly payroll for a large, multi-state employee population
Serving as the primary system administrator (superuser) for payroll, timekeeping, scheduling, and analytics systems, including system implementations and upgrades
Managing and reviewing payroll-related reporting, including quarterly Payroll-Based Journal (PBJ) submissions to regulatory agencies
Ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations, filings, and year-end reporting, including Forms W-2
Monitoring and interpreting legislative changes impacting payroll operations and recommending process or system updates as needed
Preparing and reviewing payroll-related general ledger account reconciliations and supporting accurate financial reporting
Directing, mentoring, and evaluating payroll staff performance, including oversight of garnishments and related compliance activities
Developing, implementing, and maintaining payroll policies, procedures, and internal controls
Ensuring payroll records and documentation are maintained in accordance with statutory and regulatory requirements
Identifying opportunities to streamline payroll workflows and improve efficiency through automation and process enhancements
Collaborating with human resources, accounting, finance, and operational teams to resolve payroll issues and meet reporting deadlines
Building proactive relationships with internal stakeholders to support effective payroll operations
Participating in special projects and assuming additional responsibilities as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
Minimum of five years of payroll processing experience within a large organization, including at least three years in a payroll leadership or management role
Experience managing payroll for a multi-state workforce
Hands-on experience with automated payroll, timekeeping, and accounting systems
Strong understanding of payroll regulations, compliance requirements, and payroll-to-general-ledger integration
Proven ability to lead, train, and motivate payroll staff in a collaborative environment
High level of organizational skill with strong attention to detail and analytical capabilities
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, lookup functions, and data analysis tools
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
Familiarity with UKG and Workday
Company
Accounting Career Consultants, ACC Construction, ACC Legal & HR Career Consultants
ACC Recruiters (Accounting Career Consultants) has been providing direct-hire, consulting, and temporary placement services since 1985.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase