We are looking for a Payroll Manager to lead payroll operations for a high-volume, unionized workforce in Chula Vista, California. This role is responsible for ensuring employees are paid accurately and on schedule while maintaining compliance with payroll laws, company policies, and collective bargaining agreements. The ideal candidate brings strong experience with full-cycle, multi-state payroll and can confidently resolve complex pay issues involving deductions, premiums, retroactive adjustments, and year-end reporting.

Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end payroll processing for a large employee population, ensuring timely and accurate completion of each pay cycle.
• Act as the primary resource for interpreting union contract terms and applying them correctly to payroll practices and employee pay outcomes.
• Evaluate timekeeping and attendance records to confirm proper hours, pay calculations, and adherence to scheduled work rules.
• Administer payroll changes such as retroactive earnings, bonuses, garnishments, leave-related adjustments, and other special payments as needed.
• Oversee the setup and processing of payroll taxes, benefit deductions, union withholdings, and other mandatory deductions in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Prepare payroll-related reports for leadership, audits, and compliance purposes, ensuring data is complete and reliable.
• Maintain organized employee payroll records and supporting documentation while protecting confidential information.
• Coordinate year-end payroll activities, including statement review, corrections, and final reporting requirements.
• Support additional payroll and compliance duties as business needs require.