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We are looking for a Payroll Manager to oversee accurate and timely payroll operations for a large employee population in Middletown, Connecticut. This is a Contract position focused on managing full-cycle payroll across multiple states while ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and internal standards. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll leadership experience, attention to detail, and the ability to support high-volume processing in a fast-paced environment.
Job Responsibility
Lead end-to-end payroll processing for a workforce of more than 500 employees, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and confidentiality
Administer multi-state payroll activities, including earnings, deductions, taxes, and final pay calculations in accordance with applicable laws
Review payroll data for completeness and resolve discrepancies related to time records, employee changes, and pay adjustments
Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations while supporting audits and reporting requirements
Coordinate payroll calendars, approvals, and funding timelines to ensure each payroll cycle is completed without delay
Partner with HR, finance, and other internal teams to address payroll questions, support employee updates, and improve process reliability
Prepare payroll reports, reconciliations, and related documentation for leadership review and recordkeeping
Support payroll system administration and assist with process or platform-related changes when needed as part of ongoing operations
Requirements
Proven experience managing full-cycle payroll in a high-volume environment
Strong working knowledge of multi-state payroll practices and related compliance requirements
Experience processing payroll for large employee populations, including organizations with over 500 employees
Solid understanding of payroll taxes, deductions, garnishments, and wage and hour considerations
High level of accuracy, organization, and discretion when handling sensitive payroll information
Ability to investigate discrepancies, solve problems efficiently, and communicate clearly with internal stakeholders
Proficiency with payroll systems and standard reporting tools used to manage payroll operations