Senior Payroll Manager

Senior Payroll Manager

📍 El Segundo, CA | 100% Onsite

💼 Direct Hire | 💰 $120,000–$160,000+ (Depending on Experience)

Relocation Assistance Available!

Lead Payroll Operations for a High-Profile Organization

We're seeking an experienced Senior Payroll Manager to oversee payroll operations for approximately 500 employees in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment. This is a direct-hire opportunity for a payroll leader who thrives on accuracy, compliance, confidentiality, and process improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage weekly and semi-monthly payroll processing
• Ensure compliance with multi-state payroll laws and regulations
• Oversee payroll tax reporting, filings, and payroll system administration
• Review garnishments, wage deductions, and other payroll transactions
• Support audits and maintain strong internal controls
• Analyze and improve payroll processes and procedures
• Mentor payroll team members and support departmental goals (2 direct reports)
• Handle highly confidential payroll and employee information

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Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of multi-state payroll management experience
• Strong knowledge of payroll systems, payroll compliance, and tax regulations
• Experience leading payroll operations in a complex environment
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and communication skills

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Direct-hire opportunity
• Competitive salary of $120,000–$160,000+ based on experience
• High-impact leadership role with visibility across the organization
• Opportunity to drive process improvements and operational excellence

If you're a payroll leader who values accuracy, discretion, and operational excellence, we'd love to hear from you.