Payroll Manager

LHH US; Arizona; Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH US in Tempe, AZ, is hiring a Payroll Manager to lead payroll operations for a multi-state workforce. Hybrid schedule: 3 days in office, 2 days remote. The role involves guiding the payroll team, ensuring accuracy, and tightening controls across earnings, taxes, and benefits.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in payroll leadership, strong ERP experience (Oracle/SAP/Workday/UKG/Dayforce/ADP), advanced Excel, and solid analytical and communication skills. CPP a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of payroll leadership experience.
• Experience processing large volume payrolls for thousands of employees.
• Strong knowledge of multi-state payroll laws, tax regulations, and compliance.
• Experience with large ERP platforms (Oracle, SAP, Workday, UKG, Dayforce, ADP).
• Advanced Excel skills with Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, formulas, data analysis.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities; strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Union payroll experience preferred.
• CPP certification is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll across multiple locations and jurisdictions.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of earnings, deductions, taxes, and benefits.
• Lead, mentor, and develop payroll staff with best practices.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
• Oversee payroll audits, reconciliations, and reporting activities.
• Partner with HR, Accounting, and Finance to ensure payroll accuracy.
• Analyze payroll data, identify discrepancies, and implement corrective actions.
• Manage month-end activities, reconciliations, and reporting requirements.
• Support system upgrades, testing, and enhancements within payroll/ERP.
• Develop and maintain payroll policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Serve as primary escalation point for complex payroll issues.

Skills

Payroll leadership

Large payroll volumes

Multi-state payroll

ERP knowledge

Excel advanced

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Union payroll exp

CPP (plus)

Tools

Oracle

SAP

Workday

UKG

Dayforce

ADP

Job description

Job Description

Payroll Manager
Location: Tempe, AZ
Schedule: Hybrid (3 days in office, 2 days remote)
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (flexibility available)
Compensation: $100,000 to $125,000 DOE + bonus

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to lead and oversee payroll operations for a large, multi-state workforce for thousands of employees in multiple states. This role requires a positive, hands on leader who can provide strong support and direction to the payroll team. The ideal candidate is comfortable being closely involved in day to day operations, holding team members accountable, and providing the guidance needed to help the team succeed. Success in this position comes from balancing a firm leadership style with a supportive, approachable presence that fosters trust, collaboration, and development.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end to end payroll process across multiple locations and jurisdictions
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll, including earnings, deductions, taxes, garnishments, and benefits
• Lead, mentor, and develop payroll staff while establishing best practices and process improvements
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations
• Oversee payroll audits, reconciliations, and reporting activities
• Partner with Human Resources, Accounting, and Finance teams to ensure payroll accuracy and compliance
• Analyze payroll data and trends, identify discrepancies, and implement corrective actions
• Manage payroll related month end activities, account reconciliations, and reporting requirements
• Support system upgrades, implementations, testing, and enhancements within payroll and ERP platforms
• Develop and maintain payroll policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Serve as the primary escalation point for complex payroll issues and employee inquiries

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of payroll leadership experience
• Experience processing large volume payrolls for organizations with thousands of employees
• Strong knowledge of multi-state payroll laws, tax regulations, and compliance requirements
• Experience working within a large ERP platform such as Oracle, SAP, Workday, UKG, Dayforce, ADP, or similar systems
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, formulas, data analysis, and reporting
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast paced environment
• Union payroll experience is highly preferred
• CPP certification is a plus but not required

Pay Details: $100,000.00 to $125,000.00 per year

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets the individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.