Senior Manager, Payroll

ACT Consulting has an immediate need for a Senior Manager, Payroll role located in Los Angeles, California with our direct client.

ACT Consulting is a leader in the staffing industry providing candidates on a national basis for contract, contract to hire, and direct hire engagements while maintaining the highest regard for people, integrity, and customer satisfaction. Our clients are mostly Fortune 1000 companies, primarily in the areas of Information Technology, Engineering, Professional, Accounting and Finance.

Please take a moment to review the job description. If this is something you are interested in, please send a copy of your resume to mark@act-info.com or contact me directly at 203-302-0562.

Job Title : Senior Manager, Payroll

Job Location : Los Angeles, California

Job Type : Permanent Role

Salary : $180,000 per annum

Job Description

Position Overview

The Senior Manager, Payroll will oversee all aspects of payroll processing and compliance, lead system configuration and data management, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. This individual will collaborate cross-functionally to ensure alignment with firm policies, benefit plans, and compensation agreements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead payroll system configuration, ensuring accurate data inputs, integrations, calculations, and reporting
• Design and implement audit processes to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and tax regulations
• Manage payroll operations for multi-state employee populations, ensuring adherence to internal policies and regulatory changes
• Reconcile payroll data inputs and outputs with source systems and documentation
• Lead and resolve complex payroll issues, including tax filings, amendments, and regulatory challenges
• Analyze and support firm-wide initiatives involving payroll, compensation, benefits, and reporting
• Serve as a strategic partner to internal departments, offering guidance on process design and payroll integration
• Build team expertise through coaching, training, process documentation, and participation in industry best practices
• Collaborate proactively with stakeholders across the firm to align and communicate payroll-related priorities

Key Qualifications