Payroll Manager

SmartRecruiters, Inc.

Apple Valley (MN)

On-site

USD 112,000 - 130,000

Full time

10 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

401k Discretionary Profit Sharing

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short Term and Long Term Disability

Health Savings Account with company co

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation, Sick, Floating Holidays

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Wings Credit Union, formed by merger with Ent in 2026, is hiring a Payroll Manager who will lead payroll across a multi-state workforce, ensuring accurate, compliant payroll delivery and strong controls.

You will partner with HR, HRIS, Benefits, and Accounting, develop the payroll team, manage audits, tax filings, and stay current with wage and hour laws; the role offers leadership, growth, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in HR, business, accounting, finance, or related field (preferred).
5+ years of progressive payroll processing experience including multi-state payroll operations.
1+ years of supervisory or management experience.
2+ years' experience with benefits coordination for PTO and FMLA/STD/LTD (preferred).

Responsibilities

Provide leadership for payroll operations across Wings Credit Union with multi-state workforce oversight.
Oversee compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations and audits.
Partner with HRIS, Benefits, Accounting, and business leaders to improve processes and reporting.
Serve as escalation point for payroll issues and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Payroll processing

Taxation

Wage & hour laws

Leave administration

Payroll reporting

Excel

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in related field

Tools

HRIS systems

Payroll software

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft 365

Job description

Compensation: USD 112,000 - USD 130,000 - yearly

Company Description

Ent Credit Union and Wings Credit Union joined forces in January 2026. This merger means more opportunities, expanded resources, and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional member service. Together, we become more - empowering members, communities, and teams through a bold, unified future. Both organizations bring a strong legacy of member satisfaction, operational excellence, financial stability, and community impact. Recognized locally and nationally as best-in-class financial institutions and employers of choice, each is known for its commitment to financial well-being and philanthropic leadership. Join us during this transformative time and be part of shaping the future of banking!

Job Description

Position Summary

The Payroll Manager provides leadership and oversight for all payroll operations across Wings Credit Union, ensuring accurate, compliant, and efficient payroll delivery for a multi-state workforce. This role leads and develops the Payroll team while overseeing payroll compliance, reporting, accounting activities, audits, and payroll-related processes.

As a key member of the HR leadership team, the Payroll Manager partners closely with HR, HRIS, Benefits, Accounting, and business leaders across the organization. This leader plays a critical role in driving operational excellence, supporting organizational growth, identifying process improvements, and helping shape the future of payroll operations while maintaining a strong focus on employee experience, compliance, and service delivery.

Essential Functions

Payroll Leadership & Team Development

Lead, coach, develop, and mentor Payroll team members while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, accuracy, confidentiality, and exceptional service.
Recruit, hire, onboard, and retain talent while establishing performance expectations, providing coaching and development, and supporting employee growth.
Provide leadership through organizational changes, process improvements, system enhancements, and business initiatives.
Serve as the primary escalation point for payroll-related issues, employee concerns, and complex payroll matters.
Promote a team environment that encourages continuous improvement, problem solving, accountability, and effective partnership across the organization.

Payroll Operations & Compliance

Oversee end-to-end payroll operations for a multi-state workforce while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
Ensure accurate administration of payroll taxes, wage and hour requirements, garnishments, deductions, leave-related pay practices, and payroll recordkeeping.
Monitor payroll processing workflows, controls, audits, deadlines, and service levels to ensure operational excellence.
Partner with HRIS and other stakeholders to maintain payroll system integrity, reporting accuracy, and process effectiveness.

Regulatory Compliance & Audit

Ensure timely and accurate payroll tax filings, year-end reporting activities, W-2s, 1099s, and related compliance requirements.
Monitor emerging payroll legislation and regulatory changes across all states in which Wings operates.
Serve as the subject matter expert for payroll compliance, wage and hour regulations, and payroll best practices.
Lead payroll-related audit activities and maintain strong internal controls to minimize organizational risk.

Process Improvement & Business Partnership

Identify and implement opportunities to improve payroll processes, reporting, efficiency, controls, and employee experience.
Partner with HR, HRIS, Benefits, Accounting, and business leaders on payroll-related initiatives and organizational change efforts.
Bring forward recommendations and best practices that support future-state payroll operations and business objectives.
Drive continuous improvement efforts that enhance service delivery, scalability, compliance, and operational effectiveness.

Bank Secrecy Act

Remain knowledgeable of and adhere to Wings policies, procedures, and regulations related to the Bank Secrecy Act.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or similar relevant field,preferred.
5+ years' relevant progressive payroll processing experience including multi-state payroll operations,required.
1+ years' supervisory or management experience,required.
2+ years' experience with benefits coordination of PTO and FMLA/STD/LTD for employees out on leave,preferred.

Technical or Specialized Knowledge/Skills:

Strong knowledge of payroll processing, taxation, wage and hour laws, leave administration, and payroll compliance.
Experience auditing, reconciling, and resolving complex payroll and employee pay issues.
Ability to analyze payroll data, identify discrepancies, and implement effective solutions.
Knowledge of accounting principles and payroll system administration, including basic troubleshooting.
Experience with payroll processing and reporting systems.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and complex formulas.
Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications.
Ability to maintain accurate payroll records, reports, and documentation.
Strong analytical, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across all levels of the organization.
Effective time management and prioritization skills to meet payroll deadlines.
Ability to train, support, and develop payroll team members and adapt to changing business needs.

Certifications Required:

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP), Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC), Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS), SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP, PHR/SPHR, or similar payroll, benefits, or human resources certification,preferred.
SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certificationpreferred.

Additional Information

PAY RANGE: $112,000 to 130,000 Annually plus 15% annual target bonus.

Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, certifications, location and internal pay equity.

BENEFITS: