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Robert Half
Payroll Implementation Project Manager
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What they do
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.
$114,040 / year median in Tennessee
-5% projected decline
Job Description
Payroll & HRIS Implementation Project SpecialistChattanooga, TN | Project-Based OpportunityAre you an experienced payroll, HRIS, or HR project professional who enjoys turning complex processes into smarter, more efficient solutions? Our client is seeking a hands-on professional to lead an exciting payroll/HRIS implementation project with the goal of launching a new system by January 1.This is a unique opportunity to have a meaningful impact on how an organization manages payroll, HR processes, technology, and employee data.
What You'll DoPartner with leadership to define business requirements and identify opportunities for greater efficiency.
Research and evaluate payroll/HRIS solutions and help recommend the best fit.
Lead the implementation process from system selection through launch.
Coordinate internal stakeholders, vendors, configuration, testing, training, and implementation activities.
Help build out and optimize HR functionality within the new system.
Identify opportunities to eliminate duplicate work and maximize the organization's technology investment.
Support additional HR projects as needed, including benefits, performance management, policies/procedures, and employee onboarding.
What We're Looking ForExperience with payroll, HRIS implementation, HR technology, or HR project management.
Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Someone who can translate business needs into practical technology solutions.
Strong communication skills and the confidence to work directly with leadership and vendors.
A hands-on, solutions-oriented approach and the ability to work independently.
Why This Opportunity?
This is more than a system implementation—you'll have the opportunity to shape and improve the organization's HR and payroll infrastructure, reduce inefficiencies, and leave a lasting impact. If you enjoy solving problems, improving processes, and bringing projects from concept to completion, we'd love to hear from you!
What You'll DoPartner with leadership to define business requirements and identify opportunities for greater efficiency.
Research and evaluate payroll/HRIS solutions and help recommend the best fit.
Lead the implementation process from system selection through launch.
Coordinate internal stakeholders, vendors, configuration, testing, training, and implementation activities.
Help build out and optimize HR functionality within the new system.
Identify opportunities to eliminate duplicate work and maximize the organization's technology investment.
Support additional HR projects as needed, including benefits, performance management, policies/procedures, and employee onboarding.
What We're Looking ForExperience with payroll, HRIS implementation, HR technology, or HR project management.
Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Someone who can translate business needs into practical technology solutions.
Strong communication skills and the confidence to work directly with leadership and vendors.
A hands-on, solutions-oriented approach and the ability to work independently.
Why This Opportunity?
This is more than a system implementation—you'll have the opportunity to shape and improve the organization's HR and payroll infrastructure, reduce inefficiencies, and leave a lasting impact. If you enjoy solving problems, improving processes, and bringing projects from concept to completion, we'd love to hear from you!