About the OpportunityOur client is seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to lead and oversee payroll operations within a dynamic organization. This contract to hire opportunity is ideal for a payroll professional who can provide strategic oversight, ensure payroll accuracy and compliance, and serve as a trusted partner to Accounting, Finance, and Human Resources leadership. The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in payroll administration, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and the ability to drive payroll processes with a high degree of independence and accountability.

What You'll DoOversee end-to-end payroll operations, ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing.

Manage payroll compliance, tax reporting, audits, and regulatory requirements across multiple jurisdictions.

Review and approve payroll transactions, employee changes, and payroll-related reporting.

Partner with Accounting and Finance teams on payroll reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end activities.

Serve as a key resource for payroll-related questions, process improvements, and operational best practices.

Evaluate payroll procedures and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls.

Collaborate with HR and business leaders to support organizational changes, employee lifecycle events, and payroll initiatives.