Payroll Manager

Hunter Hamilton is seeking a Temporary Payroll Manager to support a leading organization in Mableton, GA. This is a hybrid opportunity offering a blend of onsite and remote work. The ideal candidate will bring proven payroll leadership experience and the ability to manage complex, multi-state payroll operations. The assignment is estimated to last through the end of the year, with flexibility to work up to 10-hour days during peak periods.

What We Offer:

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  $40/hour compensation

  
  
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  Weekly pay with direct deposit

  
  
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  Temporary health benefits available

  
  
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  A collaborative hybrid work environment

  
  
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  Valuable experience with a well-established organization

  
  

Key Responsibilities:

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  Oversee day-to-day payroll operations, ensuring full compliance with state and federal laws and company policies

  
  
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  Accurately manage weekly, biweekly, monthly, and special compensation payrolls, including special check issuance

  
  
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  Coordinate the production and distribution of all employee tax statements and notifications

  
  
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  Maintain and improve payroll systems and records, including time and attendance, funding, earnings, and deduction tracking

  
  
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  Provide leadership and direction to payroll staff, including training, workflow planning, and performance evaluation

  
  
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  Ensure SOX compliance, payroll system integrity, and policy adherence through regular audits and documentation

  
  
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  Lead cross-functional collaboration with HR and Finance teams, including support for mergers and acquisitions

  
  
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  Manage payroll-related communications and documentation, ensuring clarity and accuracy across departments

  
  
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  Support the development of the annual payroll department budget and continuous process improvements

  
  
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  Provide exceptional customer service, responding to payroll inquiries and resolving issues efficiently

  
  

What We're Looking For:

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  Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Payroll or Accounting

  
  
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  Strong working knowledge of multi-state payroll processes and compliance, with California-specific expertise preferred

  
  
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  Experience using and managing automated payroll and HRIS platforms

  
  
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  Ability to lead under pressure, maintain confidentiality, and handle sensitive information with professionalism

  
  
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  Proven skills in data analysis, decision-making, and managing conflicting priorities

  
  
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  Advanced communication skills-verbal and written-with the ability to work across all levels of an organization

  
  
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  Intermediate or above proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office applications

  
  
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  Demonstrated leadership in driving accuracy, compliance, and efficiency within payroll functions

  
  

If you're a seasoned payroll professional ready to make an impact in a fast-paced, dynamic environment-this hybrid opportunity is for you. Apply today and join a team that values accuracy, collaboration, and operational excellence.

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