Payroll Manager5440

Tier4 Group; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Tier4 Group is seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to oversee end-to-end payroll operations across multiple locations. You will ensure accurate, timely processing while serving as the subject-matter expert for UKG Pro, tax compliance, and reporting.

The role requires strong analytical and regulatory expertise, a proactive approach to process improvement, and collaboration with HR and leadership to support employees and business leaders in a deadline-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with UKG Pro and payroll systems.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state and local payroll regulations.
• Ability to identify process improvements and drive efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end payroll for hourly and salaried employees.
• Ensure timely, accurate payroll processing and data integrity.
• Maintain payroll records and compliance documentation for audits.
• Manage year-end activities including W-2 processing and reconciliations.
• Collaborate with HR to ensure data accuracy across payroll and benefits.
• Support audits with payroll documentation and analysis.

Skills

Analytical skills

Regulatory compliance

Process optimization

Stakeholder support

Tools

UKG Pro

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to oversee and optimize all aspects of payroll operations for a multi-location organization. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing while serving as the subject matter expert for payroll systems, reporting, taxation, audits, and employee support.

The ideal candidate brings extensive experience with UKG Pro, strong analytical and compliance expertise, and a customer-focused approach to supporting employees, managers, and business leaders. This position requires a highly organized professional who thrives in a deadline-driven environment and can proactively identify opportunities for process improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll Operations

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing for hourly and salaried employees.
• Ensure payroll transactions are processed accurately and on schedule.
• Review payroll data including earnings, deductions, garnishments, tax withholdings, and adjustments.
• Validate timekeeping records, overtime calculations, holiday pay, and special payroll circumstances.

Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations and tax requirements.
• Maintain payroll records and documentation in accordance with company policies and legal requirements.
• Prepare payroll-related reports, metrics, and compliance documentation for leadership.
• Manage year-end payroll activities, including W-2 processing and payroll reconciliations.

Payroll Systems & Administration

• Serve as the primary administrator and subject matter expert for UKG Pro payroll processes and functionality.
• Maintain payroll, employee, and benefits data within payroll systems.
• Partner with vendors and payroll providers to troubleshoot issues and resolve discrepancies.
• Review tax notices and coordinate resolution efforts as needed.

Benefits & HR Partnership

• Validate benefit deductions, life event changes, and benefits-related payroll transactions.
• Collaborate closely with Human Resources to ensure data accuracy across payroll and benefits platforms.
• Support employee education regarding payroll processes, timekeeping requirements, and self-service tools.

Audits & Process Improvement

• Support internal and external audits by providing payroll documentation and analysis.