Payroll Manager

Job Posting: Payroll Manager
Location: Tulsa, OK
 

Are you an experienced payroll professional looking for an opportunity to lead and make a meaningful impact? Join our client, a mission-driven nonprofit health organization with over 500 employees dedicated to improving the health and well-being of our community. We are seeking a dynamic Payroll Manager to oversee and optimize the payroll processes, ensuring our team is supported with efficiency and accuracy.

Position Summary

The Payroll Manager will lead the organization’s payroll function, ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations while maintaining the accuracy and timeliness of payroll operations. This role requires a leader with deep expertise in payroll systems and processes, as well as the ability to manage and mentor a small payroll team in a collaborative, mission-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all payroll operations, including the processing of payroll for 500 employees.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws, wage and hour laws (FLSA), and organizational policies.
• Lead and mentor the payroll team, fostering a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Develop and implement payroll policies and procedures to ensure efficiency and compliance.
• Collaborate with Human Resources to ensure accurate employee records, including benefits, deductions, and timekeeping.
• Reconcile payroll accounts and prepare reports for leadership and external audits.
• Oversee year-end processes, including W-2 preparation and filing.
• Stay updated on payroll regulations and recommend system or process enhancements as needed.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for complex payroll inquiries and escalations.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred or equivalent experience.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of payroll experience, including 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role (experience in a nonprofit or healthcare setting is a plus).
• Proficiency in payroll software and systems (experience with [specific software] is an advantage).
• Strong understanding of payroll regulations, tax compliance, and reporting requirements.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Certification such as Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) is a strong advantage.

What We Offer

• Compensation: Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, retirement plans, and paid time off.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for training, certifications, and career development.
• Work Environment: Collaborative and supportive workplace focused on making a positive impact in the community.

How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter outlining their qualifications and experience to [email address] by [application deadline].

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