Senior Payroll Manager – Multi-State Leader

Cianbro; Pittsfield (ME); On-site; USD 64,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Cianbro is seeking an experienced Payroll Leader to head our Corporate Financial Services payroll team, overseeing payroll for the parent company and all operating subsidiaries. The role requires 6–10 years of multi-state payroll experience, strong internal controls and taxes knowledge, and proven leadership in building a high-performing team.

CPP credential is a plus. Based in Pittsfield, ME, the position offers a challenging environment in a collaborative, employee-owned company with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field (associate degree acceptable with proven experience).
• 6–10 years of progressive payroll experience including multi-state and multi-entity payroll and team leadership.
• Strong knowledge of payroll processing, taxes, reconciliations, internal controls, and compliance.
• Experience managing multi-state payroll operations and payroll systems.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate and timely payroll processing for salaries, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and total compensation.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax laws and reporting requirements, including PFML.
• Monitor regulatory changes and maintain documentation, procedures, and compliance calendars.
• Manage the preparation and accuracy of annual W-2 forms and other payroll filings.
• Partner with Finance, Accounting, HR, and Operations to resolve payroll issues and support business objectives.
• Lead payroll system enhancements, process improvements, and departmental projects.

Skills

Payroll processing

Tax compliance

Internal controls

Leadership

Analytical problem solving

Excel proficiency

CPP a plus

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance/business

Associate degree with relevant experience

Tools

Payroll systems

Payroll software proficiency

Job description

Cianbro is seeking an experienced Payroll Leader to head our Corporate Financial Services payroll team, overseeing payroll for the parent company and all operating subsidiaries. The role requires 6–10 years of multi-state payroll experience, strong internal controls and taxes knowledge, and proven leadership in building a high-performing team.

CPP credential is a plus. Based in Pittsfield, ME, the position offers a challenging environment in a collaborative, employee-owned company with