Senior Payroll Manager

(Onsite | Full-Time | Direct Hire)

Oxford Solutions is recruiting for a Senior Payroll Manager to join an international law firm that provides innovative legal solutions to many of the world's leading financial institutions and Fortune Global 500 companies. This position requires a highly experienced payroll professional to oversee all U.S. payroll operations in a complex, multi-jurisdiction environment.

The Senior Payroll Manager is responsible for ensuring payroll accuracy, compliance, and efficiency, while leading a team and collaborating with cross-functional departments to support firm-wide compensation initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage payroll processing across all U.S. offices, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and full compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Manage complex compensation structures, including bonuses, overtime, and special payments for attorneys and professional staff.
• Ensure payroll tax filings and reporting are accurate and completed on time.
• Supervise and develop payroll team members, promoting professional growth and high performance.
• Recommend process improvements and software enhancements to optimize payroll operations.
• Ensure compliance with wage and hour laws, tax regulations, and internal policies.
• Partner with internal and external auditors to maintain audit readiness.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and Benefits teams to align payroll with compensation and benefit programs.
• Provide payroll reporting and analytics to support leadership and financial planning.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and data integrity in all payroll processes.

Qualifications

Senior Payroll Manager - 25-00715