Payroll Project Manager - Contract, Remote/Hybrid

ON.energy; Miami (FL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Company holidays

Job summary

ON.energy seeks a skilled Payroll Project Manager & Administrator on a contract basis to oversee payroll-related projects and daily payroll administration. You will lead system implementations, ensure accurate processing, and maintain compliant payroll practices across US and international sites.

The role requires 5+ years in payroll with 2+ years on projects; CPP or PMP is a plus. Remote or hybrid options may be available depending on project needs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in payroll administration, with at least 2 years managing payroll projects.
• Proficiency with major payroll platform; Paychex & ADP preferred.
• Proven ability to manage multiple workstreams, meet deadlines, and communicate effectively across all levels of an organization.
• CPP or PMP certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead payroll system implementations, migrations, or upgrades from planning through go-live, managing timelines, budgets, and stakeholder communication.
• Oversee end-to-end payroll processing, including calculating wages, deductions, bonuses, and tax withholdings.
• Develop and document payroll processes, controls, and standard operating procedures.
• Identify and resolve payroll discrepancies, conducting root-cause analysis to prevent recurrence.
• Manage relationships with external payroll vendors and benefits providers.
• Prepare payroll reports, reconciliations, and audit documentation as needed.

Skills

Payroll administration

Project management

Vendor management

Communication

Education

CPP certification

PMP certification

Tools

Paychex

ADP

Job description

ON.energy seeks a skilled Payroll Project Manager & Administrator on a contract basis to oversee payroll-related projects and daily payroll administration. You will lead system implementations, ensure accurate processing, and maintain compliant payroll practices across US and international sites.

The role requires 5+ years in payroll with 2+ years on projects; CPP or PMP is a plus. Remote or hybrid options may be available depending on project needs.