Payroll Manager

StevenDouglas; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

StevenDouglas in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Payroll Leader to manage our client’s outsourced payroll provider, ensure accurate and timely processing, and maintain employee data integrity.

You will lead a payroll team, provide insights through data analysis, ensure compliance with payroll laws, and collaborate with finance to deliver precise financial reporting, while guiding system implementations and upgrades in the onsite environment.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of HR processes
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to lead a team effectively
• Experience coordinating with outsourced payroll providers

Responsibilities

• Oversee outsourced payroll processing and timelines
• Manage payroll schedules, deductions, and adjustments
• Resolve payroll discrepancies and answer inquiries
• Collaborate with finance for accurate reporting
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws
• Prepare payroll reports and assist tax filings
• Train and coach payroll staff
• Lead payroll projects and system upgrades

Skills

Payroll leadership

HR processes

Data analysis

Team leadership

Attention to detail

Communication

Job description

Our client is a global manufacturer of sustainable, high-performance flexible and thermoformed packaging solutions for the food, beverage, medical, and consumer goods industries. Their product range includes transparent high barrier films, pouches, clamshells, and trays, produced using advanced technology to enhance product safety, visibility, and environmental sustainability.

The company operates as part of a larger global packaging group, with more than 20 manufacturing facilities across North America, Latin America, and Europe.

Summary Description

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Payroll leader to manage and coordinate with our client's outsourced payroll provider. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing through the external partner, maintaining employee data integrity, and providing strategic insights through data analysis. This role requires a strong understanding of HR processes, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to lead a team effectively.

What You'll Be Doing

Payroll Coordination:

• Oversee and liaise with the outsourced payroll provider to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing
• Manage payroll schedules, deductions, and adjustments in collaboration with the external provider
• Resolve payroll discrepancies and respond to plant / employee inquiries
• Collaborate with finance and accounting teams to ensure accurate financial reporting

Compliance and Reporting:

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations
• Prepare and submit required payroll reports
• Work with third-party partners to prepare tax filings and year-end activities
• Stay updated on changes in payroll legislation and best practices
• Supervise or support payroll specialists or coordinators
• Provide training, guidance, and performance feedback to payroll staff
• Act as a point of escalation for complex payroll issues

Reporting:

Generate and analyze payroll data to provide insights and support decision-making. Present findings to senior management.

Vendor Management:

Liaise with the outsourced payroll vendor to ensure service level agreements are met. Evaluate vendor performance and provide support in contract negotiations.

Employee Support:

Provide support to plants, the HR team, and employees regarding payroll inquiries. Conduct training sessions to educate employees on system usage.

Project Management:

Lead HR projects related to payroll, including system implementations and upgrades.

This is an onsite position located in the Charlotte, NC area.