HYBRID: Payroll Manager

Leoforce; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top compensation

Bonus

Hybrid schedule

Medical/Dental/Vision

401k + match

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Leoforce in Charlotte, NC, is seeking a dynamic and experienced Payroll Manager to oversee the weekly payroll for about 400 employees in a hybrid setting. You will apply a strong background in payroll management, accounting, and keen attention to detail to ensure accuracy, compliance, and confidentiality.

The role requires expertise with UKG payroll, CPP is preferred, and the ability to coordinate with HR, manage payroll systems, and support audits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in a payroll management role, preferably in construction.
• Experience with UKG and salary payroll.
• Managing payroll for ~400 employees (union and salary).
• Proficient with automated payroll systems and payroll tax knowledge.
• CPP designation preferred.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Excellent discretion and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Oversee weekly payroll preparation, distribution, and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws.
• Coordinate with HR for accurate employee data.
• Resolve payroll production issues promptly.
• Maintain and review payroll processing systems for timely, accurate transactions.
• Prepare records and reports of payroll activity.
• Support audits by providing necessary records.
• Identify improvements for payroll software and procedures.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Payroll management

UKG

Confidentiality

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)

Tools

UKG

Job description

Payroll Manager

Charlotte, NC, US

Experience

Manager

Salary

$85,000 - $105,000 per year

Job Details

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Payroll Manager to join our team. This is a hybrid role that will oversee all payroll-related activities for our company in the construction industry. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in payroll management, accounting, and a high attention to detail. This role will be responsible for managing the payroll of approximately 400 employees, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and confidentiality at all times.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the preparation, distribution, and reporting processes for weekly payroll.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws and best practices.
• Coordinate with HR to ensure correct employee data.
• Manage and resolve issues relating to payroll production.
• Implement, maintain, and review payroll processing systems to ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll transactions including salaries, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and other deductions.
• Prepare and maintain accurate records and reports of payroll transactions.
• Facilitate audits by providing records and documentation to auditors.
• Identify and recommend updates to payroll processing software, systems, and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a payroll management role, preferably within the construction industry.
• Proven experience with UKG and salary payroll.
• Experience managing a payroll of around 400 employees (including union and salary payroll)
• Proficient with automated payroll systems and a strong working knowledge of payroll tax laws and regulations.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation is preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise extreme discretion.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to function effectively as part of a team.
• Strong knowledge of the construction industry and its unique payroll considerations is a plus.

A bit about us

Our client is in the construction industry

Why join us?

• Top Compensation & Bonus
• HYBRID: Onsite 3 days a week
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• 401k + match
• Growth opportunities