Senior Payroll Manager – Lead High-Volume Operations

Genuine Parts Company; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Genuine Parts Company is seeking a Payroll Manager to oversee the U.S. payroll processes, leading a team of Payroll, Garnishment, Tax, and Banking Specialists in a high-volume environment.

The role requires a strong background in payroll administration, accounting, and people management, with experience in ERP systems like Workday and Kronos. The candidate must have deep knowledge of payroll compliance and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of experience processing payroll.
• Three+ years leading teams.
• Experience with HR/Payroll ERP, time and general ledger systems.
• Strong knowledge of payroll and tax practices and compliance.
• Familiarity with federal and state wage laws (FLSA, FMLA).

Responsibilities

• Oversee company-wide payroll for U.S. employees.
• Manage garnishment, tax and other deductions.
• Ensure timely payroll processing and recordkeeping.
• Collaborate with finance and HR for reporting and audits.
• Lead staff development and performance conversations.

Skills

Payroll processing

Team leadership

Regulatory compliance

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Business Admin

Tools

Workday

Kronos Workforce Central

HR/Payroll ERP

Job description

Genuine Parts Company is seeking a Payroll Manager to oversee the U.S. payroll processes, leading a team of Payroll, Garnishment, Tax, and Banking Specialists in a high-volume environment.

The role requires a strong background in payroll administration, accounting, and people management, with experience in ERP systems like Workday and Kronos. The candidate must have deep knowledge of payroll compliance and regulatory requirements.