Payroll Manager

Leoforce; Austin (TX); Presencial; USD 115.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

ESOP

Career Growth

Stability & Legacy

Strong Culture

Descripción de la vacante

Leoforce in Austin, TX is seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to lead the full payroll function for construction industry clients. The role combines hands-on processing, compliance, and advisory services to ensure accuracy and timely pay.

You will coordinate with HR and Accounting, drive automation initiatives, and deliver trainings on payroll best practices. A CPP designation is preferred and strong knowledge of federal and state regulations is essential.

Formación

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in managing payroll operations.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• CPP designation preferred.
• Proficient with payroll software and systems.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state regulations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize work to meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in the Construction industry is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Manage the preparation, distribution, and reporting processes for payroll.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws and best practices.
• Facilitate audits by providing records and documentation to auditors.
• Identify and recommend updates to payroll processing software, systems, and procedures.
• Perform payroll function including but not limited to processing, auditing, and reporting.
• Coordinate with HR and Accounting teams on payroll related matters.
• Act as a consultant to our clients, providing expert advice and guidance on payroll matters.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients.
• Deliver presentations and training sessions to clients on payroll best practices.
• Continuously improve the payroll process, identifying opportunities for automation, reduction of manual tasks and enhancement of controls.

Conocimientos

Payroll knowledge

Auditing

Client relationship management

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Analytical thinking

Independent work

Team collaboration

Educación

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)

Herramientas

Payroll software

Descripción del empleo

Payroll Manager

Austin,TX, US

Job Description

Experience: Mid Level

Salary: $115,000 - $130,000 per year

Job Details

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Consulting Payroll Manager to join our team in the Construction industry. This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned professional who is passionate about overseeing and managing the entire payroll function, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience in payroll management and a deep understanding of payroll processes and systems. This role will not only manage the payroll but also provide consulting services to our clients, ensuring the best practices are implemented.

1. Manage the preparation, distribution, and reporting processes for payroll.
2. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws and best practices.
3. Facilitate audits by providing records and documentation to auditors.
4. Identify and recommend updates to payroll processing software, systems, and procedures.
5. Perform payroll function including but not limited to processing, auditing, and reporting.
6. Coordinate with HR and Accounting teams on payroll related matters.
7. Act as a consultant to our clients, providing expert advice and guidance on payroll matters.
8. Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients.
9. Deliver presentations and training sessions to clients on payroll best practices.
10. Continuously improve the payroll process, identifying opportunities for automation, reduction of manual tasks and enhancement of controls.

1. Minimum of 5 years of experience in managing payroll operations.
2. Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
3. Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation preferred.
4. Proficient with payroll software and systems.
5. Strong knowledge of federal and state regulations.
6. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
7. Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
8. Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize work to meet deadlines.
9. Strong communication and presentation skills.
10. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
11. Experience in the Construction industry is a plus.

If you are a payroll professional with a passion for improving processes and delivering outstanding client service, then we would love to hear from you.

A bit about us

We’re proud to be partnering with one of the largest employee-owned contractors in the nation to support their search for top talent. With over a century of industry leadership, this organization is known for its commitment to innovation, integrity, and making a positive impact in the communities they serve. They offer more than just a job — they provide a long-term career path where employees experience true ownership and growth. The company fosters a people-first culture built on empowerment, inclusion, and collaboration, where contributions are valued and success is shared. As they continue to expand, they remain driven by core values: **Committed. Innovative. Engaged.**

Why join us?

• Employee-Owned – Share in the company's success through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Career Growth – Clear pathways for advancement in a supportive, people‑first environment.
• Stability & Legacy – Over 100 years of proven industry leadership and community impact.
• Strong Culture – Inclusive, innovative, and values‑driven workplace that rewards performance.