Payroll Manager

Contract (W2) up to */hr | Potential extension and/or conversion

We're seeking an experienced Payroll professional to oversee the accurate, compliant, and timely delivery of U.S. payroll and international payroll support (as needed). This role owns end-to-end payroll operations-including on-cycle/off-cycle processing, funding, reporting, vendor oversight, and controls-with a strong emphasis on risk, compliance, and executive compensation (including RSUs/PSUs).

• Oversee accurate and timely processing of U.S. payroll and support international payroll activities as required.

• Manage on-cycle and off-cycle payroll events, including manual check processing.

• Own payroll funding activities and ensure payroll-related financial reporting is complete and accurate.

• Ensure compliance with corporate policies, legal/regulatory requirements, and tax obligations.

• Oversee tax payments and reporting, W-2 processing and distribution, statutory payments, and garnishment administration.

• Support payroll system integrity by monitoring configurations, testing functionality, and validating outcomes following system updates/releases.

• Maintain required documentation and record retention in accordance with policy and statutory guidelines.

• Serve as a payroll SME, supporting stakeholders and driving process improvements and control enhancements.

• Manage third-party vendor relationships, including SLAs, performance monitoring, and ensuring vendor compliance with SOW/contract requirements.

• Perform and/or lead audits of internal payroll processes and third-party vendor activities; identify issues, escalate risks, and drive remediation.

• Strong hands-on experience managing U.S. payroll operations (and international payroll exposure a plus).

• Demonstrated expertise in risk and compliance within payroll (controls, audits, reporting, issue remediation).

• Experience supporting executive benefits/compensation, including RSUs and PSUs.

• Proven ability to manage third-party vendors, SLAs, and contractual deliverables.

• Detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and comfortable operating with sensitive/confidential data.

• Hybrid role in Richmond, VA (3 days/week)

• Up to */hr (W2 contract)

• Potential extension and/or conversion based on performance and business needs.

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