Payroll Team Lead
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Overview
Remote
On-site
Compensation
$55,000-$70,000/year
Job Description
The Payroll Team Lead is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the payroll function, ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. This role leads and develops a team of payroll professionals, provides guidance on complex payroll issues, and collaborates with Human Resources, Finance, and other business stakeholders to support organizational objectives.
Position Details:
- Onsite position
- Direct Hire Opportunity
- Salary: $55,000-$70,000
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, coach, and develop payroll team members to ensure high performance and continuous improvement.
- Manage end-to-end payroll processing for employees across multiple pay groups, locations, or entities.
- Review and approve payroll calculations, deductions, taxes, garnishments, bonuses, commissions, and other earnings.
- Ensure payroll is processed accurately, timely, and in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.
- Monitor and reconcile payroll-related accounts, reports, and general ledger transactions.
- Research and resolve payroll discrepancies, employee inquiries, and complex payroll issues.
- Maintain payroll records and ensure data integrity within payroll and HR systems.
- Coordinate payroll activities related to employee onboarding, terminations, leaves of absence, and organizational changes.
- Partner with HR, Benefits, Finance, and external vendors to support payroll and compliance requirements.
- Prepare payroll reports, metrics, audits, and documentation for management and regulatory agencies.
- Identify process improvements and implement best practices to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and employee experience.
- Stay current on payroll legislation, tax regulations, and industry trends.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
- Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- 5+ years of payroll experience, including experience processing complex payrolls.
- 2+ years of leadership, supervisory, or team lead experience preferred.
- Experience with payroll systems such as ADP, Workday, UKG, Ceridian Dayforce, SAP, or similar platforms.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Strong knowledge of payroll laws, tax regulations, wage and hour requirements, and compliance standards.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and payroll reporting tools.
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
If you feel you meet the above qualifications, please apply for immediate consideration.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status or any other protected status under the law. EverStaff is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V/SO/GI).
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What is the work location for this position at EverStaff?
This job at EverStaff is located in Pepper Pike, OH, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at EverStaff?
Candidates can expect a pay range of $55,000 and $70,000 per year.
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