Payroll Project Manager

Ashley Furniture Industries, LLC; Town of Arcadia (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Life and disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Ashley Furniture Industries, LLC is seeking a strategic Payroll Project Manager to lead end-to-end payroll initiatives and system implementations across the organization. This role will ensure compliance, oversee project plans, and coordinate with IT, Finance, HR, and external vendors to deliver successful payroll outcomes.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of payroll ops and 3+ years of project management experience, with strong knowledge of payroll tax laws.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years payroll operations experience.
• 3+ years project management experience.
• Experience implementing payroll systems.
• Knowledge of payroll tax laws and regulations.
• PMP certification preferred.
• CPP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale payroll system implementations, upgrades, and enhancement projects.
• Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, and budgets for payroll initiatives.
• Coordinate with 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.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Education

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

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Project

HRIS platforms

Process mapping tools

Job description

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

Who Are We?

• We offer competitive pay and excellent benefits.
• We are a multi-billion-dollar company and the largest manufacturer of furniture in the world and offer one of the industry’s broadest product assortments at over 20,000 storefronts in 123 countries.
• Growth-Focused is one of our core values, and we are dedicated to helping you grow with us through training, mentoring, and coaching as well as investing in the latest design tools, production equipment and new technologies.
• Environmental efforts are a priority as we continually seek to recycle, reuse, and replenish every day.
• Millions of dollars are contributed annually to local and national charities as we seek to improve the lives of people around the world.

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.