Experienced project professionals are encouraged to apply for Robert Half's Payroll Manager role in the Chemicals Manufacturing industry. This contract Payroll Manager role requires that you work in all aspects of payroll operations (vendors, systems, processes and integration). This position is a great fit for candidates who deliver timely, correct, and compliant payrolls, streamline processes, and offer out-of-this-world customer service. Motivated professionals with payroll management skills are encouraged to apply. If so, this is the Payroll Manager position for you! This long-term contract / contract employment opportunity is based in the Geismar, Louisiana area.Your responsibilities- Monitor all internal and external audits- Give information and data to senior executives and cross-functional business leaders and respond to any questions- Develop ideas with fellow members of senior Finance leadership team- Maintain internal safeguards by managing record keeping and control systems- Complete payroll analysis when needed- Oversee pre- and post-payroll auditing/reconciling procedures and troubleshoot anomalies- Recommend, lead, and work on projects to continually review and improve current processes- Lead payroll staff as well as operations- Recruit and retain a team and lead it to success- Partner with other areas in Finance, as well as Human Resources, Tax, IT, and other departments as necessary for reporting, compliance and strategic analysis- In this position, you will work on weekly, monthly, and special compensation payroll runs. Interpret pay policies (LOA, disability, worker's compensation, vacation, bonus, etc.) and ensure right amounts/deductions are applied to the earnings codes in compliance with all local, state, and federal laws