Payroll Manager (Project Work/Part Time)

Remote Jobs; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent payroll management organization is seeking a Payroll Manager to oversee bi-weekly payroll for 140 employees across the United States. Ideal candidates will have over 7 years of full-cycle payroll experience, knowledge of compliance and reporting requirements, and proficiency in payroll software like ADP or Workday. This remote-friendly role offers competitive compensation and the chance for professional growth within the company.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Paid Time Off

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) match

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• 7+ years of U.S. payroll experience managing full-cycle, multi-state payroll.
• Experience as the primary payroll manager in a comparable organization.
• Strong knowledge of payroll compliance and reporting regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage bi-weekly payroll for approximately 140 employees.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations and payroll accuracy.
• Prepare documentation for 401(k) audits and manage discrepancies.

Skills

U.S. payroll management

Compliance knowledge

Payroll software proficiency

Attention to detail

Tools

ADP

Paylocity

Paycom

Workday

Job description

Employer Industry: Financial Technology

Why consider this job opportunity:

• Competitive base salary
• Paid Time Off
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) match to support your retirement savings
• Opportunity for career advancement and growth within a dynamic company
• Remote-friendly position with flexibility in work location

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):

• Manage and execute bi-weekly payroll for approximately 140 employees across multiple states
• Review, validate, and reconcile payroll data, ensuring compliance with tax regulations
• Process payroll registers, direct deposits, and third-party payments accurately and timely
• Prepare documentation and schedules for 401(k) audits and resolve any discrepancies
• Partner with state tax agencies on payroll tax registrations and issue resolutions

What is Required (Qualifications):

• 7+ years of U.S. payroll experience with full-cycle, multi-state payroll management
• Previous experience as the primary payroll manager in a similar-sized organization
• Strong knowledge of payroll controls, compliance, and reporting (940, 941, W-2, 401(k))
• Demonstrated experience in supporting or leading 401(k) audits
• Proficiency in at least one mid-market payroll platform (e.g., ADP, Paylocity, Paycom, Workday)

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):

• Experience handling state payroll tax registrations in multiple jurisdictions
• Background in startup, fintech, or SaaS environments

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