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Payroll Manager

United States, Milwaukee Contract work · Job Posted June 10, 2026
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We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to lead payroll operations for a large, multi-entity workforce in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This Long-term Contract position will oversee biweekly payroll processing, payroll system administration, and tax compliance across a complex multi-state environment. The ideal candidate brings strong functional knowledge of payroll configuration, a consultative approach when partnering with leaders, and the ability to maintain accurate, compliant payroll delivery for a high-volume employee population.

Job Responsibility

  • Direct end-to-end payroll activities for a biweekly cycle supporting 7,500 to 8,500 employees across multiple business divisions
  • Manage payroll operations across 3 entities while ensuring consistency in processes, controls, and service levels
  • Maintain payroll system settings and functional configuration, including tax tables, earning codes, deduction codes, and reciprocity rules
  • Partner with internal teams and external payroll tax providers to communicate requirements, validate updates, and test changes related to tax processing in PeopleSoft
  • Oversee payroll tax compliance for employees working in 15+ states and ensure accurate reporting, filings, and year-end processing for W-2 and 1099 forms
  • Review time and payroll data through audits and quality checks to improve accuracy and resolve discrepancies before final processing
  • Guide and support payroll staff by assigning work, monitoring progress, and promoting effective day-to-day execution
  • Collaborate with Accounting, Human Resources, IT, and operational leaders to address payroll issues, deliver reporting, and recommend process improvements
  • Prepare recurring and ad hoc payroll reports covering operational metrics, compliance matters, and system-related updates
  • Protect the confidentiality of payroll records and uphold internal policies, legal requirements, and sound data security practices

Requirements

  • Proven experience managing full-cycle payroll in a high-volume environment supporting more than 500 employees
  • Strong background in multi-state payroll administration, including tax compliance and reporting requirements
  • Functional expertise in payroll system configuration and setup, particularly tax tables, earnings, deductions, and related rules
  • Hands-on experience with PeopleSoft in a payroll environment
  • Ability to oversee payroll operations spanning multiple entities or business units
  • Solid understanding of federal, state, and local payroll regulations and their practical application
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with a focus on accuracy and process control
  • Effective communication skills with the ability to work consultatively with managers and cross-functional stakeholders

What we offer

  • medical
  • vision
  • dental
  • life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan

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