Interim Payroll Manager

GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJ’s relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand client’s needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential.

We are seeking an Interim Payroll Manager to oversee payroll operations and ensure accurate, timely payroll processing during a temporary engagement. This individual will serve as a key resource for payroll compliance and process management.

Responsibilities: Manage end-to-end payroll processing

• Ensure compliance with payroll tax regulations
• Review payroll reconciliations and reporting
• Address payroll inquiries and discrepancies
• Partner with HR and Finance on payroll-related matters
• Support payroll audits and year-end activities
• Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree preferred

• 5+ years of payroll experience
• Experience managing multi-state payroll
• Knowledge of payroll tax regulations
• Experience with payroll systems such as ADP, UKG, Workday, or Paycom
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
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