Remote Senior Payroll Manager

Overview

A mission-driven national nonprofit organization is seeking a Remote Senior Payroll Manager for a full-time temporary position. This role is fully remote and open to candidates located anywhere in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accurate and timely processing of semi-monthly multi-state U.S. payroll, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and Accounting teams to manage payroll changes, benefit deductions, taxes, garnishments, 401(k) contributions, reporting, and audits.
• Administer and maintain the UKG Ready payroll system, ensuring data integrity, system optimization, reporting accuracy, and efficient payroll workflows.
• Reconcile payroll records, prepare payroll reports, support financial and 401(k) plan audits, and maintain accurate payroll documentation.
• Manage payroll vendors and third-party integrations, identifying opportunities to streamline payroll processes through automation and continuous improvement.
• Provide exceptional internal customer service by responding to payroll inquiries, maintaining confidentiality, and educating employees on payroll policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience processing multi-state U.S. payroll with strong knowledge of payroll operations and best practices.
• Required experience processing payroll using UKG Ready.
• Experience administering payroll within an integrated HRIS/payroll platform; experience with Rippling is a plus.
• Strong understanding of payroll compliance, payroll tax regulations, wage and hour laws, audits, and 401(k) plan administration.
• Nonprofit payroll experience is preferred but not required.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification is a plus.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate of $63-$65.
• Fully remote work opportunity.
• Full-time temporary position.
• Opportunity to support a respected national nonprofit organization.
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Chance to lead payroll operations during a period of organizational growth and transition.

Location

• Remote, open to candidates located anywhere in the United States.