Payroll Manager

Payroll Manager

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Payroll Manager to lead our payroll team. This role involves overseeing daily payroll operations, ensuring compliance with regulations, and improving processes while collaborating with our HR and accounting teams.

Responsibilities:

• Hire, train, and manage payroll team members.
• Oversee daily operations and ensure timely completion of payroll and HR tasks.
• Conduct performance evaluations and manage employee relations in accordance with company policy.
• Promote cross-training and team collaboration through effective delegation and support.
• Serve as HRIS System Administrator; manage system configurations and updates.
• Oversee payroll software setup for timekeeping, benefits, and earnings/deductions.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Process multi-state payroll, including commissions, garnishments, and benefits arrears.
• Research and maintain tax jurisdictions; validate payroll exceptions for accuracy.
• Implement SOX controls and perform regular audits for data accuracy and legal compliance.
• Approve and audit timecards, employee setup, and accruals.
• Generate custom reports and HR metrics; prepare monthly and quarterly reporting.
• Lead audit preparation and response for 401k, Workers' Comp, SOX, UI, and benefit billing.
• Provide timely and accurate responses to payroll and HR inquiries.
• Train managers and employees on payroll systems and timecard usage.
• Collaborate with HR leadership and serve as a backup across team functions.
• Identify and implement operational efficiencies.
• Maintain standardized procedures and documentation.
• Support a positive and productive team environment.

Qualifications:

• Proficiency in payroll processing, including multi-state payroll.
• Experience in HRIS management and payroll tax analysis.
• Ability to conduct data analysis and reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel, and Adobe Pro.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• 7+ years of payroll processing experience.
• 3+ years of human resource management experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, or Human Resources, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficiency with an HRIS software (UKG preferred but not required).
• Commission-based payroll experience.

Work Environment:

The position offers hybrid flexibility with three days in office (Monday to Wednesday) in Plymouth, MN. The role reports to the Director of Human Resources and involves close collaboration with a great HR team and occasional partnership with the accounting team.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $48.08 - $52.88/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Minneapolis, MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2025.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.