Payroll Manager

We are looking for a Payroll Manager to join our team on a contract basis in Atlanta, Georgia. This position will oversee end-to-end payroll operations across multiple states, ensuring employees are paid accurately, on time, and in compliance with applicable regulations. The role is well suited for a payroll specialist who brings strong systems knowledge, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage complex compensation elements such as commissions.

Responsibilities:

• Manage complete payroll processing from data review through final submission, ensuring accuracy and timely completion for each pay cycle.
• Oversee payroll activities for employees working in multiple states while maintaining compliance with tax, wage, and reporting requirements.
• Administer payroll operations within ADP and use Oracle HCM data effectively to support accurate employee records and pay results.
• Review earnings, deductions, adjustments, and commission payments to confirm proper calculation and alignment with company policies.
• Reconcile payroll registers, investigate discrepancies, and resolve issues affecting employee pay or reporting.
• Partner with opreational business partners, finance, human resources, and leadership to address payroll questions, support audits, and improve operational efficiency.
• Maintain payroll documentation, controls, and reporting to support compliance standards and internal business requirements.
• At least 3 -5 years of experience managing payroll operations in a detail-focused business environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in full-cycle payroll processing, including validation, reconciliation, and issue resolution.
• Hands-on experience administering multi-state payroll with a strong understanding of related compliance considerations.
• Proficiency with ADP Workforce Now and familiarity with Oracle HCM or comparable HRIS platforms.
• Experience handling complex pay components such as commissions, adjustments, and other variable compensation elements.
• Strong analytical skills, high attention to detail, and the ability to work accurately within deadlines.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate across accounting, HR, and operational teams.