Payroll Manager

Overview

A leading manufacturer in the pool products industry is seeking a Payroll Manager to oversee payroll operations for a multi-state workforce. This full-time role offers a hybrid work option near Albany, NY, or remote work if not local. The position involves managing accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing in a publicly traded company environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing for employees across multiple states, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Oversee payroll tax filings, wage garnishments, benefit deductions, stock/equity transactions, and other specialized pay considerations.
• Ensure SOX compliance, maintain audit-ready documentation, and support internal and external payroll audits.
• Administer payroll systems in partnership with HRIS to maintain accuracy, efficiency, and data integrity.
• Lead quarter-end and year-end payroll activities, including W-2 processing and distribution.
• Manage payroll tax setup, compliance, and resolution of complex federal and multi-state tax issues.
• Handle tax notices and maintain relationships with federal, state, and local agencies.
• Oversee amendments such as W-2C processing.
• Generate and analyze payroll reports for Payroll, Finance, HR, and senior leadership.
• Collaborate with Finance on general ledger reporting, accruals, and discrepancy resolution.
• Support strategic HR and payroll projects including system implementations, compliance initiatives, and process harmonization.
• Develop and implement payroll policies, procedures, and controls aligned with corporate governance for a publicly traded company.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory changes affecting payroll and recommend process adjustments.
• Partner with HR and Finance teams on reporting, budgeting, and payroll-related analytics.
• Provide guidance, training, and support to payroll staff to foster accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Serve as point of escalation for complex payroll issues and employee inquiries, ensuring timely resolution.
• Deliver responsive, high-quality payroll support to stores and internal stakeholders.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 7 years of payroll experience, including at least 3 years in a management or supervisory role.
• Experience managing payroll for a multi-state workforce; experience in a public company environment is strongly preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations, wage and hour laws, and reporting requirements.
• Strong proficiency with payroll systems such as Workday, ADP, Oracle, or similar, including HRIS and financial system integrations.
• Demonstrated experience with SOX compliance and audit support.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation preferred.
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including experience conducting meetings and training sessions.
• Proficiency with computer software applications including Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and ADP Workforce Now.
• Physical ability to remain seated for most of the workday while using a computer.
• Travel as needed.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $100,000 to $145,000, varying based on location, knowledge, skills, education, and experience.
• Bonus: MIB Tier 3, 10% of base pay.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) plans.
• 401(k) plan with 50% company match up to 6%.
• Flexible Paid Time Off.
• 11 paid holidays, eligible from day one.
• Life and AD&D insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance with buy-up options.
• Professional development opportunities including training programs and tuition reimbursement.

Location

• Hybrid work option available near Albany, NY.
• Remote work option available if not local.

Additional Information

• This employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion.
• The workplace is drug-free; all employment offers are subject to pre-employment requirements.
• Applicants are encouraged to include a resume with their application.