Manager of Payroll

Tal Healthcare; Norwalk (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off and holidays

Retirement plan options

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Tal Healthcare is seeking a Payroll Manager to lead and optimize complex payroll operations for approximately 5,000 employees across multiple states. You will oversee biweekly and weekly cycles, supervise staff, and collaborate with HR, Finance, and IT to ensure accuracy, compliance, and service excellence within a sophisticated healthcare environment.

The role requires hands-on experience with ADP Enterprise and Kronos, strong Excel skills, and a track record of process improvements.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of payroll experience with supervisory responsibilities.
• Experience managing multi-state payroll for 1,000+ employees, preferably in healthcare.
• Hands-on with ADP Enterprise and Kronos; Dimensions experience advantageous.
• Strong Excel skills including VLOOKUPs, data analysis, and reporting.
• Familiarity with Oracle HRIS or similar ERP systems preferred.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy; high standards of confidentiality.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate across departments.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily payroll operations across biweekly and weekly cycles.
• Supervise and mentor payroll staff.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and IT to maintain/enhance payroll systems (ADP Enterprise, Kronos, Oracle HR modules).
• Process complex payroll transactions (retroactive pay, bonuses, severance, stipends).
• Ensure compliance with federal/state/local payroll tax regulations and wage-hour laws.
• Prepare detailed payroll reports for month-end close and ad hoc reporting.
• Assist in audits by compiling payroll documentation and performing reconciliations.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements to increase accuracy and efficiency.
• Communicate payroll policies and processes to employees, including new hire orientations.

Skills

Payroll leadership

Communication

Attention to detail

Data analysis

Tools

ADP Enterprise

Kronos

Oracle HRIS

Excel

Job description

Job Description

Our client, a prominent and mission-driven health system dedicated to providing high-quality patient care, is hiring a

Job Description

Our client, a prominent and mission-driven health system dedicated to providing high-quality patient care, is hiring a Payroll Manager to lead and optimize its complex payroll operations across multiple states and diverse formats. This is a critical role for a strategic and detail-oriented professional seeking to make a meaningful impact within a sophisticated healthcare environment. The Payroll Manager will oversee accurate payroll processing for approximately 5,000 employees, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and service excellence while collaborating closely with Finance, HR, and IT leadership to support continuous process improvements and system enhancements.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily payroll operations across biweekly and weekly cycles, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to legal and organizational standards.
• Supervise and mentor payroll staff, fostering high performance, effective cross-training, and excellent customer service.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and IT teams to maintain and enhance payroll systems, including ADP Enterprise, Kronos, and Oracle HR modules.
• Process complex payroll transactions such as retroactive pay, bonuses, severance, and stipends.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations and wage and hour laws.
• Prepare detailed payroll reports for month-end close and provide support for ad hoc reporting requirements.
• Assist in internal and external audits by compiling payroll documentation and performing reconciliations.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements to increase accuracy, efficiency, and control measures.
• Communicate payroll policies and processes effectively to employees, including participation in new hire orientations.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 to 5+ years of payroll experience, including supervisory or leadership roles.
• Proven experience managing multi-state payroll in organizations of 1,000+ employees, preferably within healthcare.
• Hands-on proficiency with ADP Enterprise and Kronos (Dimensions experience advantageous).
• Strong Excel skills, including vlookups, data analysis, and reporting.
• Familiarity with Oracle HRIS or similar ERP systems preferred.
• Exceptional attention to detail, with a high degree of accuracy and accountability.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively across departments.
• Discretion and integrity essential for handling confidential information.

Some Of The Benefits

• Competitive base salary.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous paid time off and holiday benefits.
• Retirement plan options to support long-term financial goals.
• Opportunities for career growth within a stable and expanding health system.

Whether you’re looking to enhance your leadership skills or bring your payroll expertise into a meaningful healthcare setting, this is a rare opportunity to join a dedicated team in a pivotal role.

Salary: The posted range is not a guarantee. The actual salary will be based on qualifications, experience, and education and could fall outside of this range. Contact us for more information.