Payroll Manager ERP

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision

401(k) match

Paid Time Off

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Job summary

Motion Recruitment is seeking a Payroll Manager to lead a U.S. payroll operation from Charlotte, NC. This on-site role oversees end-to-end payroll for hourly and salaried staff, with a small team and a focus on accuracy, compliance, and process improvements.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in payroll, holds a CPP/FPC/PCP or equivalent, and possesses strong knowledge of U.S. payroll regulations. On-site four days a week, with exposure across HR and Finance to drive modernization and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive payroll experience
• Current payroll certification required (CPP, FPC, PCP, or equivalent)
• Experience overseeing payroll compliance, taxation, garnishments, wage and hour laws
• Experience reviewing payroll reconciliations, audits, and exception reporting
• Leadership experience managing up to 2 direct reports
• Strong understanding of U.S. payroll regulations and compliance requirements
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/HR preferred with SAP/HRIS familiarity

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee full-cycle payroll processing for U.S. hourly and salaried employees
• Ensure payroll is accurate, timely, and compliant with federal/state/local laws
• Review and approve payroll outputs, reconciliations, and exception reports
• Lead, mentor, and support a payroll team of up to 2 direct reports
• Serve as escalation point for complex payroll issues
• Partner with HR, Finance, Treasury, Tax, Legal, and Benefits teams
• Identify opportunities to streamline payroll processes and strengthen controls
• Support year-end payroll activities and statutory remittances
• Foster accountability and continuous improvement across payroll operations

Skills

Payroll leadership

Process improvements

Team mentoring

US payroll regulations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/HR

Tools

SAP

ADP eTime

SuccessFactors

Job description

Payroll Manager / Payroll Leadership / Charlotte, NC 28203

Our client is a global leader in supply chain, logistics, and transportation solutions. Based out of Charlotte, NC, they are looking to hire a Payroll Manager on a Contract-to-Hire basis. This position requires candidates to be onsite 4 days per week.

If you're a payroll professional looking to step into a leadership role with visibility across a large-scale U.S. payroll operation, this is an outstanding opportunity. You'll oversee end-to-end payroll processes, partner closely with HR and Finance, and help drive process improvements that directly impact the employee experience. The ideal candidate is a hands-on payroll leader who has experience managing a small team of up to 2 direct reports, thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys solving complex payroll challenges, and wants to contribute to the modernization and optimization of payroll operations while positioning themselves for long-term growth.

Contract Duration

6-12 Months

Required Skills & Experience

• 7+ years of progressive payroll experience managing full-cycle payroll operations
• Current payroll certification required (CPP, FPC, PCP, or equivalent)
• Experience overseeing payroll compliance, taxation, garnishments, wage and hour laws, and statutory deductions
• Experience reviewing payroll reconciliations, audits, and exception reporting
• Previous leadership experience managing or mentoring up to 2 direct reports
• Strong understanding of U.S. payroll regulations and compliance requirements
• Bach Experience with SAP
• ADP eTime experience
• SuccessFactors experience
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or related field preferred

Desired Skills & Experience

• Experience in logistics, transportation, distribution, or other large enterprise environments
• Experience driving payroll process improvements and operational efficiencies
• Exposure to multi-state payroll environments

What You Will Be Doing

Tech Breakdown

• Payroll Processing & Compliance - 50%
• Payroll Leadership & Team Support - 25%
• Payroll Systems & Process Improvement - 15%
• Cross-Functional Collaboration - 10%

Daily Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee full-cycle payroll processing for hourly and salaried employees across the U.S.
• Ensure payroll is processed accurately, timely, and in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
• Review and approve payroll outputs, reconciliations, and exception reports
• Lead, mentor, and support a payroll team of up to 2 direct reports
• Serve as the primary escalation point for complex payroll-related issues
• Partner with HR, Finance, Treasury, Tax, Legal, and Benefits teams
• Identify opportunities to streamline payroll processes and strengthen controls
• Support year-end payroll activities, reporting, and statutory remittances
• Foster a culture of accountability, customer service, and continuous improvement

You Will Receive The Following Benefits

• Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family
• Dental & Orthodontia Benefits
• Vision Benefits
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• 401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options
• Paid Sick Time Leave
• Legal and Identity Protection Plans
• Pre-tax Commuter Benefit
• 529 College Saver Plan

Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP's Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

Posted By: Jason Hobbs