Payroll Manager - Nonprofit & Grant Payroll Expert

Accounting Search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Accounting Search in Brooklyn, NY is seeking a Payroll Manager to oversee end-to-end payroll for salaried, hourly, and grant-funded staff in a nonprofit setting. You will ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and tax laws, maintain payroll records, coordinate year-end reporting, and collaborate with HR and Finance on onboarding and audits.

Proficiency with UKG Ready, strong Excel skills, and a track record of accuracy and confidentiality are required; the role offers $85k-$105k

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field required.
• Minimum of 3-5 years payroll administration experience, nonprofit or multi-site preferred.
• Experience managing payroll for a workforce funded by grants or multiple sources preferred.
• Strong knowledge of payroll laws, tax regulations, and wage and hour requirements.
• Proficiency with payroll systems, preferably UKG Ready.
• Bookkeeping experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end payroll processing for salaried, hourly, and grant-funded staff.
• Ensure payroll is accurate and on schedule per laws and policies.
• Review and approve payroll registers, tax filings, and wage payments.
• Maintain payroll calendars, pay periods, deadlines, and year-end processing.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws, including wage and hour rules.
• Oversee payroll tax filings, W-2s, 1099s, and related reports.
• Coordinate with external auditors and respond to payroll audits.
• Monitor changes in payroll regulations and implement updates.
• Maintain confidential payroll records and employee data accuracy.
• Collaborate with HR on onboarding, offboarding, and status changes.
• Reconcile payroll accounts and assist with GL postings.
• Support payroll system upgrades and process improvements.

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

UKG Ready

Job description

Accounting Search in Brooklyn, NY is seeking a Payroll Manager to oversee end-to-end payroll for salaried, hourly, and grant-funded staff in a nonprofit setting. You will ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and tax laws, maintain payroll records, coordinate year-end reporting, and collaborate with HR and Finance on onboarding and audits.

Proficiency with UKG Ready, strong Excel skills, and a track record of accuracy and confidentiality are required; the role offers $85k-$105k