Payroll Manager - US

Oakleaf Partnership; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative HR function

Room to grow and influence operations

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy is seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to oversee U.S. payroll operations in Austin, TX. This mid-senior level role entails managing payroll activities across multiple states, ensuring compliance with regulations, and leading a team. Ideal candidates will have over 6 years of payroll experience and a solid understanding of relevant laws. The position offers a salary range of $120,000 - $140,000 plus bonus, with a hybrid work model allowing 3 days in the office per week.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in payroll processing with strong multistate expertise.
• Solid understanding of payroll laws, compliance, and regulatory requirements.
• Prior people management experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end payroll processing for employees across multiple U.S. states.
• Ensure accurate and timely payroll data entry, processing, and distribution.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local tax and wage regulations.
• Oversee and mentor payroll staff, supporting training and development.

Skills

Multistate payroll expertise

Payroll compliance

Detail-oriented

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field

Tools

ADP

Paychex

Workday

Paylocity

Job description

Payroll Manager

Austin, TX (Hybrid - 3 days in office)

Base pay range

$120,000 - $140,000 base + bonus

About the Opportunity

Oakleaf Partnership is supporting a leading global organisation in their search for an experienced payroll manager to oversee U.S. payroll operations. This is a critical role within the HR function, responsible for delivering accurate, compliant, and timely payroll across multiple states while partnering closely with HR, Finance, and key business stakeholders. This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll leader who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, enjoys improving processes, and wants ownership over the full payroll lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end payroll processing for employees across multiple U.S. states
• Ensure accurate and timely payroll data entry, processing, and distribution
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local tax, wage, and reporting regulations
• Monitor changes in payroll laws and implement updates to processes as needed
• Manage payroll-related audits and regulatory inquiries
• Develop and maintain payroll policies, procedures, and documentation
• Collaborate closely with HR and Finance to align payroll data with internal systems and workflows
• Provide guidance and support to internal teams on payroll matters
• Oversee and mentor payroll staff, supporting training and development (team management preferred)
• Identify opportunities to automate, streamline, and enhance payroll accuracy and efficiency

About You

• 6+ years of experience in payroll processing, with strong multistate payroll expertise
• Solid understanding of payroll laws, compliance, and regulatory requirements
• Experience with major payroll systems (ADP, Paychex, Workday, Paylocity)
• Highly detail‑oriented, analytical, and able to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field preferred
• Prior people management experience is a plus

Package & Working Model

• Base salary: $120,000 - $140,000 + bonus
• Hybrid working – 3 days per week in the Austin office
• Join a collaborative HR function with room to grow and influence future payroll operations

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Human Resources

Industries

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