McKinstry · 22 hours ago
Payroll Manager
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$89K/yr - $151K/yr
5+ years expMcKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. They are seeking a Payroll Manager to lead and oversee a payroll processing team, ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant payroll operations for both union and non-union employees across multiple local and state jurisdictions.
ConstructionIndustrialIndustrial EngineeringRenewable Energy
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead and Develop a High-Performing Payroll Team Drive strategic goals, coaching, and professional development to a multi-state union and non-union payroll team, fostering a collaborative, service-oriented culture that supports accuracy, accountability, and growth
Oversee Complex, Multi-State Union and Non-Union Payroll Operations Strategically manage end-to-end payroll processes for union and non-union employees across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring timeliness, accuracy, and compliance with collective bargaining agreements and regulatory requirements
Drive Continuous Process Improvement and Innovation Identify and implement process enhancements and technology-driven solutions to increase efficiency, strengthen controls, resolve complex issues, and better align payroll operations with evolving business needs
Collaborate Across the Organization Act as a key business partner to HR, Finance, Legal, and operational teams to ensure payroll practices support broader organizational strategies, compliance requirements, and workforce planning initiatives
Ensure Internal and External Audit Readiness and Compliance Excellence Lead efforts to maintain robust audit practices, proactively monitor regulatory changes, and uphold compliance with federal, state, and local regulations as well as union contract obligations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered)
5+ years of experience in multi-state payroll operations experience, prior union payroll experience preferred
2-4 years of people management or supervisory experience required. 7+ years is preferred
In-depth knowledge & experience with wage and hour compliance (preferably in union environment) and multi-state payroll regulations
Strong understanding of collective bargaining agreements and union payroll rules
Prior experience with large-scale HCM and ERP systems and integrations (e.g., Workday, ADP, UKG, Microsoft 365, Oracle, etc.)
In depth experience with financial reporting, payroll accounting and account reconciliations, audit processes & requirements in highly preferred
Understanding of process improvement methodologies and payroll best practices
Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing payroll team (team size 5+)
Expertise with interpreting and apply complex pay rules and union contract language accurately
Analyze data to identify issues, trends, and opportunities for improvement
Preferred
Prior union payroll experience
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) is strongly preferred
7+ years of people management or supervisory experience preferred
Benefits
401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing plan
Paid time off and holidays
Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision with low or zero deductible options and low out of pocket maximums
Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance
Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
Transgender inclusive benefits
Commuter benefits
Pet insurance
“Building Good” paid community service time
Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University
McKinstry Moves onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers
Company
McKinstry
McKinstry is an engineering company specializing in designing, constructing, operating, and maintaining high-performing buildings.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.77M2015-04-23Seed· $0.53M
2013-07-16Seed· $0.24M
Leadership Team
Ash Awad
Chief Market Officer
Recent News
2025-08-31
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