Payroll Supervisor - Social Services

Orion Associates Incorporated; Golden Valley, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401K with employer matching

Pet Insurance

Childcare at Corporate Office

Pet-Friendly Corporate Offices

Company events

Job summary

Orion Associates is seeking a Payroll Supervisor to lead a team of 3-5 payroll specialists and oversee payroll operations for multiple locations. The role includes staff coaching, performance reviews, and ensuring accuracy of payroll processing and deductions.

Must have 3+ years payroll experience, with strong knowledge of payroll taxes and compliance. After 90 days, work-from-home eligibility may apply, with a focus on accuracy and customer service.

Qualifications

• Three years experience working with payroll.
• Proficiency in payroll processing and related compliance.
• Strong English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 3-5 payroll specialists.
• Oversee day-to-day payroll operations for multiple locations.
• Perform monthly reconciliations of payroll GL accounts.
• Ensure proper withholding of payroll taxes and voluntary deductions.
• Identify process improvements to increase efficiency.

Skills

Payroll experience

Education

Associate degree in accounting

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Posted Thursday, September 3, 2026 at 6:00 AM

Orion Associates provides business management services like Payroll administration, Training, Human Resources, and more for our various other companies: Meridian Services, Zenith Services, Morning Sun Financial Services, and Little Stars. All of our companies work together to administer high quality professional services for staff while also supporting people with disabilities, the elderly, and their families.

Job Title:

Payroll Supervisor

Schedule:

Monday-Friday typical daytime business hours. Work from home eligible after 90 days of employment.

Job Summary:

In this role, the Payroll Supervisor will provide leadership to a team of Payroll Specialists.

• Manage and coach a staff of 3-5 payroll specialist. Conducts performance reviews and is responsible for the training and development of those staff.
• Manages the day-to-day operations, processing, distribution and workflow of payroll for multiple locations and related companies.
• Performs monthly reconciliations of all general ledger payroll accounts. This includes audits of payroll and employee data.
• Ensures all payroll taxes, benefit deductions, garnishments/tax levies, and other voluntary deductions are properly withheld from employee payroll checks.
• Analyze and evaluate processes, to initiate change and to improve efficiency within the department.
• Stay abreast of payroll compliance changes and the impact on the internal processes.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Required Qualifications:

• Three years experience working with payroll
• Successful clearance of Department of Human Services background check
• Successful clearance of Motor Vehicle Background Check and acceptable driving record per Company Policy

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prefer a 2-year degree in accounting or related field
• Prefer FCP or CPP certification by the America Payroll Associates.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English communication
• Prefer supervisory experience
• Ability to make independent decisions when complex circumstances require it.
• Strong customer service and data analysis skills

Orion Associates Benefits and Perks Include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance offered
• Paid Time Off including 16 hours of Paid Volunteer Time
• 401K plan with employer matching after 1 year
• Supplemental Insurance and Pet Insurance offered
• Childcare at Corporate Office for Employees
• Pet-Friendly Corporate Offices
• Fun events including: Annual Company Picnic, Wednesday Snack Days at Corporate Office, Annual Summer Bags Tournament, and more!
• MERSC Discounts at MN Events and Businesses

Orion Associates Benefits and Perks Include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance offered
• Paid Time Off including 16 hours of Paid Volunteer Time
• Paid Volunteer Time
• 401K plan with employer matching after 1 year
• Supplemental Insurance and Pet Insurance offered
• Childcare at Corporate Office for Employees
• Pet-Friendly Corporate Offices
• Fun events including: Annual Company Picnic, Wednesday Snack Days at Corporate Office, Annual Summer Bags Tournament, and more!
• MERSC Discounts at MN Events and Businesses

Orion Associates has been recognized for its commitment to a healthy workplace and commitment to volunteerism by many organizations including Minnesota Business, Twin Cities Business Journal, INC Magazine, Forbes and others. Voted TOP 100 Workplaces in the Twin Cities by Star Tribune and Minnesota Business!

Orion Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified candidates are encouraged to