Job Description
Payroll Manager Robert Half - 3.9 Sunbury, PA Job Details $85,000 - $120,000 a year 6 days ago Benefits Disability insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Qualifications Supervising experience Team management Payroll processing Full Job Description We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to lead payroll operations for a large, multi-state workforce. This position ensures employees are paid accurately and on schedule while maintaining compliance with applicable wage, tax, and reporting requirements. The role works closely with partners across HR, Finance, IT, and Operations to address payroll matters, strengthen controls, and improve overall payroll support.
Responsibilities:
Direct payroll administration for hourly and salaried employees across multiple pay groups, locations, and pay schedules. Monitor payroll practices to ensure alignment with federal, state, and local requirements. Oversee payroll tax activity, including filings, account reconciliations, annual wage statements, and year-end close processes. Produce, review, and interpret payroll reports to support business decisions, audits, and issue resolution. Collaborate with Finance, Human Resources, IT, and Operations teams to investigate questions, resolve discrepancies, and maintain smooth payroll service. Coach and develop payroll team members by assigning progressive responsibilities and supporting ongoing skill growth. Partner with internal stakeholders and external vendors on payroll, timekeeping, and related system updates, including testing and troubleshooting to reduce operational disruption. Support internal and external audit requests by preparing schedules, reconciliations, and required payroll documentation. 5+ years of payroll experience, including time in a supervisory or leadership capacity. Background managing full-cycle payroll in a high-volume environment. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline preferred Certified Payroll (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) is preferred. Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice .
