Payroll Project Manager

Quality Talent Group; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance benefits

Retirement program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Global wellness reimbursement

Parental leave

Paid company holidays

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Quality Talent Group is seeking a Payroll Program Lead to drive major payroll system implementations in Wisconsin. You will manage plans, schedules, and budgets while coordinating with IT, Finance, HR, and external vendors to ensure successful delivery.

The role requires 5+ years in payroll operations with strong regulatory knowledge and a track record of implementing payroll systems in complex environments.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of payroll operations and compliance requirements.
• Experience leading payroll system implementations and upgrades.
• Ability to coordinate with IT, Finance, HR, and external vendors.

Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale payroll system implementations, upgrades, and enhancements.
• 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.

Skills

Payroll operations

Project management

Regulatory compliance

Cross-functional coordination

System implementation

Education

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

Job description

Overview:

Recognized in 2024 by Seramount as one of the 100 Best Companies for Working Parents and Caregivers, the company also earned a place on the 2024 US Inclusion Index and Global Inclusion Index across 7 countries - Brazil, Canada, China, Germany, India, Japan, and the UK.

This is a global organization in the consumer health and personal care industry, with 135+ years of heritage, 22,000+ employees, and a presence across 100+ countries. Its portfolio includes iconic consumer health and personal care brands used by millions of people worldwide.

Benefits:

• Competitive benefits package.
• Paid time off.
• Health insurance benefits, including coverage for doctor visits and mental health care.
• Retirement program.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and mental well-being resources.
• Global exercise/well-being reimbursement.
• Adoption, fertility, and surrogacy benefits.
• Global parental leave.
• Paid company holidays and volunteer time.
• Learning and development opportunities.

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

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