Find & Apply For Payroll Manager Jobs in Lake Oswego, Oregon

Country United States of America

State / County Oregon

City Lake Oswego

Division Corporate

Company Corporate Office

Function Finance

Workplace Type Hybrid

Position type Full Time Opportunity

ID 22806

Job Description The Principal Lead, Payroll Systems Delivery & Optimization, is the hands‑on execution lead for payroll system configuration, enhancements, testing, and project delivery across the ADP Vantage payroll platform. This role is responsible for implementing system changes, resolving complex payroll system issues, and driving process improvements that enhance accuracy, efficiency, and data integrity within payroll operations. Working collaboratively with Payroll, HR, Finance, IT, and external vendors, this position leads system projects from planning support through deployment, executes configuration updates, supports payroll processing from a systems perspective, and ensures successful delivery of releases, integrations, and system enhancements. The role also identifies opportunities to streamline workflows, automate manual tasks, and strengthen the overall performance of payroll technology. This position is ideal for a payroll systems expert who thrives in configuration, problem‑solving, and project execution, and who enjoys working cross‑functionally to deliver scalable, high‑quality payroll technology solutions. Core Responsibilities Project management for payroll system enhancements, upgrades, integrations, and process improvement initiatives, including planning, coordination, and stakeholder communication

Lead and execute testing cycles for payroll changes (UAT, regression, parallel testing) and collaborate with the Time & Attendance owner on cross‑system testing

Maintain change‑control documentation and support internal audit and SOX requirements

Develop and maintain technical documentation including configuration specifications, process flows, and system dependencies

Monitor ADP release notes, patches, and system updates; assess impacts, coordinate testing, and ensure successful deployment of payroll‑related changes.

Serve as a technical subject matter expert for ADP Vantage payroll modules

Partner with Payroll Operations to troubleshoot and resolve payroll discrepancies, calculation issues, integration errors, and configuration defects through root‑cause analysis

Support end‑to‑end payroll processing from a systems perspective, including earnings, deductions, taxes, garnishments, accruals, retro calculations, and year‑end activities

Support ADP payroll case management, escalations, and solution validation

Identify opportunities to streamline payroll processes, automate manual tasks, and improve system efficiency and data quality

Ensure payroll system compliance with data security, privacy standards, and federal, state, and local payroll regulations

Ensure data integrity across payroll and HR/time integrations through audits, reconciliations, and system controls

Design and deliver payroll‑related reports, audits, and analytics to support operational and compliance needs Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Business, HR, or related field, or equivalent experience

Strong understanding of payroll processing, gross to net calculations, taxation, and compliance requirements

8+ years of experience in payroll systems, HRIS and / or payroll operations, with at least 2 years supporting or configuring enterprise payroll systems

Hands-on experience configuring and supporting ADP Vantage or similar enterprise payroll platforms

Strong analytical skills with the ability to diagnose complex payroll/system issues and translate business needs into scalable configuration solutions

Drive for continuous process improvement and strong customer service orientation

Proven ability to independently manage and execute HRIS and payroll projects, and support cross-functional initiatives including time-related projects

Strong technical aptitude with system configuration, data validation, integrations, and troubleshooting

Familiarity with SOX, internal controls, and audit frameworks, including maintaining change‑control documentation

Experience working in multi-state and high-volume payroll environments

Excellent communication skills with the ability to partner effectively with internal teams and vendors Preferred Qualifications Experience configuring and supporting ADP Workforce Suite (Time)

Advanced ADP reporting and auditing experience

Experience with system integrations, inbound/outbound payroll interfaces, and file troubleshooting

Experience developing and executing structured testing plans (UAT, regression, parallel payroll testing)

Project management certification (PMP, CAPM, or equivalent)

Ability to work effectively with ambiguity and drive clarity where processes or solutions are not yet defined All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Company Profile At Precision Castparts (PCC), we make extraordinary products for aerospace and other industries. This is made possible by the hard work and creativity of a diverse and global workforce. We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusiveness, empowerment and respect that embraces the differences in who we are. Working together, we will continue to solve complex problems every day. We are relentless in our dedication to being a high-quality and on-time producer, delivering the highest value to our customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth. PCC employs more than 20,000 people worldwide in over 120 plants spread across twenty-six states in the US and over a dozen countries. Precision Castparts Corp. and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of Precision Castparts Corp & its affiliates, and no fee will be paid.