Senior Payroll Operations Leader (Hybrid)

UNIQLO; Lyndhurst (NJ); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

UNIQLO USA is seeking a Payroll Manager to oversee end-to-end payroll processing across weekly, biweekly, and monthly cycles in a hybrid New Jersey office. You will lead a small team, ensure accuracy and compliance, and partner with HR, Finance, and external ADP systems to optimize processes.

You will manage ADP EV6 and Workforce Software (WFS), drive audits, reporting, and multi-state tax compliance while delivering a best-in-class employee experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in payroll processing and payroll operations management.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations.
• Experience with audits, compliance, and reporting.
• Prior team management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end payroll processing for weekly, biweekly, and monthly pay cycles.
• Manage and develop the payroll team and coordinate with ADP MPS.
• Maintain payroll accuracy through audits, reconciliations, and reporting.
• Process manual payroll calculations and upload files as needed.
• Track and resolve payroll issues, including overpayments and repayments.
• Lead quarter-end and year-end payroll activities, including W-2 processing and distribution.
• Manage payroll tax setup, compliance, and multi-state tax issues.
• Handle tax notices and maintain relationships with agencies.
• Oversee amendments, including W-2C processing.
• Generate and analyze payroll reports for stakeholders.
• Partner with Finance on GL reporting and accruals.
• Support HR and payroll system projects and compliance initiatives.
• Develop and document payroll processes for efficiency.

Skills

Payroll processing

Team leadership

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Tools

ADP EV6

ADP Reporting

ADP GL

Workforce Software (WFS)

Excel

Job description

UNIQLO USA is seeking a Payroll Manager to oversee end-to-end payroll processing across weekly, biweekly, and monthly cycles in a hybrid New Jersey office. You will lead a small team, ensure accuracy and compliance, and partner with HR, Finance, and external ADP systems to optimize processes.

You will manage ADP EV6 and Workforce Software (WFS), drive audits, reporting, and multi-state tax compliance while delivering a best-in-class employee experience.