Payroll Manager - Chicago, IL (Hybrid) - > $165K

Payroll Manager

Location : Chicago, IL (Hybrid – 2–3 days per week in office)

Salary : Up to $165,000

JGA Recruitment are exclusively partnered with a leading US organization undertaking a significant payroll transformation and operating model redesign .

This is a rare opportunity to join during a genuine period of change - helping to build and lead a new US payroll function as part of a wider business restructuring.

Payroll Manager - Role Overview :

As Payroll Manager, you’ll oversee end-to-end US payroll operations while playing a hands-on role in shaping the processes, systems, and controls needed for long-term success.

You’ll collaborate with HR, Finance, and external vendors to ensure payroll is delivered accurately, efficiently, and compliantly - while guiding the transition to a new payroll platform.

Payroll Manager - Key Responsibilities :

• Manage all aspects of US payroll across multiple states.
• Lead and develop a small team, ensuring quality and compliance.
• Partner with HR and Finance to align payroll operations with business needs.
• Drive process improvement and support new system implementation.
• Ensure all payroll-related reporting, audits, and reconciliations are completed accurately and on time.

Payroll Manager - Skills & Experience Required :

Why this role?

You’ll be joining at a pivotal moment - with the autonomy to shape a new payroll function, contribute to a high-impact transformation, and build something lasting.

If you’re a hands-on payroll leader looking for a challenge with real ownership, we’d love to hear from you.

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