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Senior Payroll Manager
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A Payroll Manager manages payroll department operations and staff at a company or organization. Ensures that employee wages, salaries, benefits and deductions are calculated correctly, and that paychecks are distributed on time. Coordinates with human resources staff with regard to staff promotions and pay grades.
$123,824 / year median in New Jersey
-6% projected decline
Job Description
Senior Payroll Manager at Empower Staffing, Inc Senior Payroll Manager at Empower Staffing, Inc in Weehawken, New Jersey Posted in about 10 hours ago.
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full-time Senior Payroll Manager, Workday Hybrid - 4 days on-site A growth-stage financial services firm is looking for a Senior Payroll professional to take their function to the next level. They've done the hard work of implementing and streamlining Workday now they need someone to optimize it and shift the team from reactive to proactive. What You'll Own End-to-end US payroll for a ~1,300-person, multi-state workforce Workday optimization (HCM, Finance, Payroll) you're the internal SME Complex comp events: bonuses, restricted stock, claw backs, W-2 amendments, tax notices Administration for a small PPO population Compliance across all federal and state requirements C-suite partnership bringing strategic value, not just clean runs What They're Looking For Strong Workday expertise is a non-negotiable FS, fintech, or consulting background preferred; curiosity and coachability matter more than industry pedigree CPP or FPC required Growth mindset they want someone excited about what's next (AI, process innovation), not someone set in their ways At Empower Staffing, we are dedicated to connecting top talent with leading companies. Our mission is to empower businesses with the right workforce solutions while helping professionals find meaningful and rewarding career opportunities. With years of industry experience, we understand the evolving job market and work tirelessly to bridge the gap between employers and job seekers. Equal Opportunity Statement Empower Staffing is committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace.