Sr. Payroll Manager

Job Summary:

Founded on family values, partnership, and a true commitment to patients, Shields leads the way with cutting-edge MRI, PET/CT, and surgical services. Inspired by our founders, we proudly treat every patient as we would our own mom.Why This Role MattersThe Senior Payroll Manager plays a critical role in ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant payroll operations across a complex, multi-entity healthcare organization. This role partners closely with Accounting, HR, and Finance and serves as a subject-matter expert for Workday Payroll, driving operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Job Description:

Payroll Operations & Compliance

    Lead end-to-end payroll processing for 26+ legal entities across multiple statesEnsure accurate and timely processing of hourly, salaried, and off-cycle payrolls

    Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local wage, tax, and reporting requirementsAct as the escalation point for complex payroll issues and correctionsWorkday Payroll & Systems Leadership

    Manage payroll operations within Workday Payroll, including configuration, audits, and testingPartner with HR to ensure data integrity across Workday Payroll, Time & Attendance, and employee records

    Lead payroll-related system enhancements, upgrades, and automation initiativesPerform regular payroll related audits Accounting & Financial Partnership

    Record payroll activity in the general ledger and reconcile payroll-related accountsManage labor cost allocations and support month-end close activities

    Partner with Accounting on accruals, reconciliations, and wage and salary variance analysisSupport internal and external audits, including payroll and 401(k Benefits & Deductions Oversight

    Oversee payroll-related benefits processing, Support annual compliance testing and required retirement plan reportingLeadership & Collaboration

    Lead, mentor, and develop payroll staff, as applicableProvide high-level customer service to leaders and employees regarding payroll matters

    Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, HR, Legal, and Operations on policy and regulatory changesProcess Improvement & ControlsEvaluate and streamline payroll processes and internal controls    Develop, maintain, and document payroll procedures and best practicesWhat You Bring/Experience & Expertise7+ years of progressive payroll experience, including multi-entity and multi-state payroll

    Strong hands-on experience with Workday Payroll requiredHealthcare industry experience preferred

    Advanced knowledge of payroll tax, wage and hour laws, and complianceTechnical & Professional SkillsAdvanced Excel skills and experience with general ledger systems    Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skillsDemonstrated ability to handle sensitive information with a high degree of confidentiality

EducationBachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred

Additional Job Description:

The pay range for this position is $70,000-$132,000 + bonus + benefits. Individual pay is based on skills, experience, and other relevant factors.

Shields Health is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.