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GQR · 1 week ago

Payroll Manager (Workday)

Houston, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

7+ years exp

GQR is seeking a Payroll Manager responsible for the end-to-end ownership of payroll operations and payroll tax compliance. This role involves overseeing payroll processing for a large multi-state employee population, serving as a subject matter expert, and partnering with HR and Finance to ensure compliance and operational excellence.

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Hiring Manager

Cierra Patterson

Responsibilities

Own full-cycle bi-weekly payroll processing, including data entry, validation, auditing, reconciliation, and transmission

Manage payroll for 1,000+ employees, including hourly and salaried populations across multiple states

Oversee and validate payroll deductions for taxes, benefits, garnishments, charitable contributions, and other withholdings

Process bonuses, salary changes, retro pay, and other off-cycle payments

Issue and reissue checks or direct deposits as needed

Ensure accurate and timely federal, state, and local payroll tax filings and payments (monthly, quarterly, and annual)

Reconcile payroll tax accounts and resolve discrepancies

Respond to tax notices and work directly with tax agencies as needed

Monitor changes in tax laws and ensure ongoing compliance

Record and process federal and state payroll tax deposits

Serve as the Payroll subject matter expert and escalation point for complex issues

Maintain and enhance payroll policies, procedures, and internal controls

Drive continuous process improvement and automation where possible

Perform payroll audits, including reconciliation of payroll registers to general ledger and monthly bank statements

Maintain accurate payroll records and documentation in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations

Generate ad-hoc and recurring payroll and labor reporting

Support internal and external audits

Partner closely with HR, Finance, and Compensation teams

Provide high-level customer service to employees and leaders for payroll questions and issue resolution

Support HR processes that impact payroll accuracy and compliance

Qualification

CPPWorkday PayrollADPMulti-state payrollPayroll tax complianceExcelMicrosoft OfficeAttention to detailCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsLeadership skills

Required

7-10 years of progressive payroll experience, including multi-state payroll and tax compliance

Prior experience leading or serving as a senior payroll authority

Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll regulations

Advanced experience with Workday Payroll and ADP required

High proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office

Exceptional attention to detail, confidentiality, and integrity

Strong communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills

Preferred

CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) strongly preferred

Company

GQR

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GQR redefines total talent solutions, offering a bespoke blend of staffing, search, advisory, managed services, and cutting-edge software tailored to every employer's unique needs.

Founded in 2009

Los Angeles, California, USA

201-500 employees