Payroll Manager

Related Companies; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus incentives

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Related Companies in New York is seeking a Payroll Manager to support the Senior Payroll Manager in overseeing payroll operations and meeting weekly and bi-weekly deadlines. This hybrid role requires expertise in UltiPro, multi-state processing, and strong regulatory knowledge.

You will coordinate with HR and Benefits to resolve pay inquiries and ensure accurate reporting. The position offers a base salary range of $120,000–$130,000 plus discretionary bonuses and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, HR, or related field.
• 7+ years of multi-state payroll experience in a high-volume environment.
• Experience with multi-company payroll structures (FEINs) preferred.
• CPP or FPC certification strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. wage and hour laws, garnishments, and tax withholding.
• Experience with UltiPro required.
• Experience with IBM Cognos BI preferred but not required.
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to meet strict payroll deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
• Advanced Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, and complex formulas, to support payroll reporting and reconciliation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll in UltiPro, ensuring accurate and timely payment to employees and statutory agencies.
• Process payroll changes and special transactions, including new hires, terminations, transfers, compensation changes, address and work location updates, and garnishments.
• Resolve complex or sensitive payroll issues related to processing.
• Reconcile payroll prior to transmission and validate payroll reports.
• Process special payrolls, including bonuses and year-end adjustments.
• Partner with HR and Benefits to resolve employee pay inquiries.
• Address employee payroll inquiries related to leave balances, direct deposit, garnishments, deductions, retroactive pay, and tax questions.
• Support the resolution of escalated payroll issues, including inquiries from government agencies and internal stakeholders.
• Manage multiple priorities independently with strong attention to detail.
• Assist in responding to payroll-related inquiries, providing guidance on garnishments, child support, IRS levies, and pay practices.

Skills

Multi-state payroll

Payroll processing

Excel advanced

Time management

Organizational skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, HR or related

Tools

UltiPro

IBM Cognos BI

Microsoft Office

Job description

Responsibilities

We are currently seeking a talented and motivated Payroll Manager to join our payroll team. This role will support the Senior Payroll Manager in overseeing payroll operations, ensuring accurate and timely processing in compliance with company policies and applicable regulations. The Payroll Manager will play a key role in managing payroll activities and helping ensure weekly and bi‑weekly deadlines are consistently met. This position follows a hybrid schedule.

• Process payroll in UltiPro, ensuring accurate and timely payment to employees and statutory agencies.
• Process payroll changes and special transactions, including new hires, terminations, transfers, compensation changes, address and work location updates, and garnishments.
• Resolve complex or sensitive payroll issues related to processing.
• Reconcile payroll prior to transmission and validate payroll reports.
• Process special payrolls, including bonuses and year‑end adjustments.
• Partner with HR and Benefits to resolve employee pay inquiries.
• Address employee payroll inquiries related to leave balances, direct deposit, garnishments, deductions, retroactive pay, and tax questions.
• Support the resolution of escalated payroll issues, including inquiries from government agencies and internal stakeholders.
• Manage multiple priorities independently with strong attention to detail.
• Assist in responding to payroll‑related inquiries, providing guidance on garnishments, child support, IRS levies, and pay practices.

Compensation

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $120,000 - $130,000. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will be eligible to receive discretionary bonus incentives and a comprehensive benefits package.

Actual base salary within the anticipated range will be determined by several components including, but not limited to, the individual's experience, skills, qualifications, and market factors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, or related field required.
• 7+ years of multi‑state payroll experience in a high‑volume environment.
• Experience with multi‑company payroll structures (multiple FEINs/legal entities) preferred.
• CPP or FPC certification strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. wage and hour laws, garnishments, and federal, state, and local tax withholding requirements.
• Experience with UltiPro required.
• Experience with IBM Cognos Business Intelligence preferred but not required.
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to meet strict payroll deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
• Advanced Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, and complex formulas, to support payroll reporting and reconciliation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Company Overview

Formed in 1972, Related is the most prominent privately‑owned real estate firm in the United States. Headquartered in New York City, the company has offices and major developments across the world. Related owns and manages a premier portfolio of assets valued at over $70 billion, including the 28‑acre Hudson Yards neighborhood on Manhattan’s West Side.

Related believes in investing in its talent and cultivates a positive, team‑oriented environment where every voice is valued. Employees are encouraged to boldly take on new challenges, transcend the status quo, and demonstrate strong entrepreneurial spirit. In its relentless commitment to excellence, Related works to foster an innovative approach in its team members so that they can positively impact the communities in which they conduct business. Learn more about Related at www.related.com.