Payroll Project Manager

Ashley Furniture Industries; Town of Arcadia (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Life and disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

A leading furniture company in Wisconsin seeks a Payroll Project Manager to spearhead strategic payroll initiatives and manage comprehensive payroll projects. The ideal candidate will have extensive payroll operations experience along with project management skills. Responsibilities include leading implementations, ensuring compliance with regulations, and collaborating with various teams. The role requires a bachelor's degree, strong analytical abilities, and proficiency in payroll systems. Competitive benefits and full-time commitment offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of payroll operations experience.
• 3+ years of project management experience.
• Proven track record of successfully implementing payroll systems.
• Proven track record of implementing payroll systems.
• Strong knowledge of payroll tax laws and regulations.
• PMP or CPP certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale payroll system implementations.
• Develop and maintain project plans and budgets.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
• Manage risk assessment and develop mitigation strategies for payroll projects.
• Create and maintain project documentation, including requirements, test plans, and training materials.
• Monitor project progress and provide regular status updates to stakeholders.

Skills

Payroll systems expertise

Project management

Analytical skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

HRIS platforms

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

Job description

Payroll Project Manager

Ashley Furniture Industries

We have an exciting opportunity for a strategic and passionate Payroll Project Manager to join our dynamic team!

About the Role: We are seeking an experienced Payroll Project Manager to lead strategic payroll initiatives and system implementations across our organization. This role will be instrumental in managing end-to-end payroll projects while ensuring compliance and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale payroll system implementations, upgrades, and enhancement projects
• Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, and budgets for payroll initiatives
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams including IT, Finance, HR, and external vendors
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations
• Manage risk assessment and develop mitigation strategies for payroll projects
• Create and maintain project documentation, including requirements, test plans, and training materials
• Monitor project progress and provide regular status updates to stakeholders

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or related field
• 5+ years of payroll operations experience
• 3+ years of project management experience
• Proven track record of successfully implementing payroll systems
• Strong knowledge of payroll tax laws and regulations
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification preferred

Technical Skills

• Advanced expertise in payroll systems and HRIS platforms
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and Project
• Experience with process mapping and workflow optimization tools
• Knowledge of project management methodologies and tools

Soft Skills

• Exceptional leadership and team management abilities
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational capabilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Life and disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts

Working Conditions

• Full-time position
• May require occasional travel

We are an equal opportunity employer and provide a drug-free working environment. While Ashley appreciates the interest of all candidates, only those meeting specific position requirements may be contacted. Principals only.