Payroll Manager Remote

Overview

This role involves managing high-volume payroll processes as part of the Finance team, working closely with Human Resources. The Payroll Manager will ensure compliance with statutory, legal, and contractual requirements while providing responsive payroll services. The position also includes involvement in various projects as needed.

Responsibilities

• Input and manage manual payroll changes monthly for all North American locations within agreed timelines, ensuring compliance with legal and statutory requirements.
• Ensure timely and accurate creation and submission of P60s and completion of year-end payroll processes.
• Prepare for internal and external payroll audits.
• Provide payroll and benefits reports in collaboration with HR to support the Finance team.
• Maintain up-to-date payroll policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with ADP to optimize system usage supporting payroll and Finance operations.
• Establish and maintain relationships with external payroll agencies, staying informed on their policies and processes.
• Ensure GDPR compliance in filing and data retention.
• Own and be the expert on end-to-end payroll processes for approximately 600+ employees.
• Manage all pension payment processes related to monthly payroll.
• Validate accuracy of monthly data inputs from colleagues (EARs/SuccessFactors).
• Process and advise on ad-hoc and off-cycle payments.
• Perform all statutory and contractual payments ensuring compliance.
• Analyze payroll processes and internal reports, making necessary corrections.
• Manage payroll and pension-related queries through the designated inbox.
• Submit and manage queries via the ADP e-Service Portal.
• Assist with queries related to digital pay slips and P60s available through ADP online/mobile app.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience leading a payroll team, with a focus on ADP Celargo.
• Proven ability to build and manage a collaborative and effective team supporting multiple companies or business units.
• Strong adaptability to changing priorities and ability to manage multiple commitments under tight deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with experience fostering cross-collaborative relationships and influencing at all organizational levels.
• Experience responding to payroll audit requests and working closely with Finance departments.
• Up-to-date knowledge of payroll laws, regulations, and taxation with the ability to adjust processes for compliance.
• Experience managing payroll for approximately 600+ employees.
• Expertise in payroll processes, data retention, and GDPR compliance.
• Proficiency with ADP systems and digital pay slip management.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay range: $40.00 - $45.00 per hour.
• Eligible benefits for this temporary role may include:
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Critical illness, accident, and hospital insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions
  • Voluntary life and AD&D insurance for employees and dependents
  • Short and long-term disability coverage
  • Health Spending Account (HSA)
  • Transportation benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid time off including vacation and sick leave

Eligibility for benefits may depend on job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and specific plan terms.

Location

• This is a fully remote contract position based out of New York, NY.

Application Deadline

• The position is anticipated to close on June 5, 2026.