Payroll Manager

About The Company
Beacon Hill Staffing Group, LLC is a distinguished leader in the staffing and recruitment industry, committed to setting new standards in search, career placement, and flexible staffing solutions. Founded by industry veterans, the company prides itself on delivering coordinated staffing services characterized by unparalleled service quality, a strong dedication to project completion and success, and a passion for innovation, creativity, and continuous improvement. Beacon Hill serves a diverse client base, including emerging growth companies and Fortune 500 organizations, across various market sectors and industry disciplines. With a focus on adaptability and client-centric solutions, Beacon Hill continuously expands its office locations, specialty practice areas, and service offerings to meet the evolving needs of its constituents. The company's mission is to connect talented professionals with organizations that value excellence and foster career growth, making it a trusted partner in workforce solutions.
About The Role
The Payroll Manager at Beacon Hill Staffing Group will oversee the comprehensive payroll operations for a diverse and global employee base. This role involves managing payroll processing across multiple legal entities and countries, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness. The successful candidate will lead a team responsible for payroll activities for approximately 500 employees, including international payroll management, benefits administration, and payroll accounting. This position requires a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills, capable of partnering effectively with cross-functional teams such as HR, Benefits, Finance, Tax, Legal, and IT to streamline payroll processes and enhance operational efficiency. The Payroll Manager will also serve as the primary escalation point for complex payroll issues, spearhead initiatives related to acquisitions and system implementations, and drive continuous improvement efforts focused on automation, scalability, and accuracy. This role offers an opportunity to influence payroll operations at a high level and contribute to the company's growth and compliance standards.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess over 7 years of payroll experience, including extensive management responsibilities and hands-on payroll processing expertise. A minimum of 3 years in a supervisory or leadership role is essential. Experience managing payroll within a multi-entity or multi-subsidiary organization is required, with particular emphasis on global payroll coordination, including working with international payroll providers. A strong understanding of payroll compliance, payroll accounting, reconciliations, and controls is necessary. Proficiency in intermediate to advanced Excel skills, such as Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs, is expected. Additional preferred qualifications include experience supporting payroll integrations, system implementations, acquisitions, or organizational growth initiatives. Knowledge of UK payroll and benefits administration is advantageous, along with exposure to payroll operations in Canada and Mexico. The candidate should demonstrate excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to managing payroll complexities and fostering team development.
Responsibilities
Lead accurate and timely payroll processing for U.S. and international employee populations across multiple legal entities and countries.
Oversee payroll approvals, funding, tax compliance, reconciliations, and payroll issue resolution.
Manage payroll operations involving various currencies, pay frequencies, and employee groups.
Review payroll processing for approximately 500 employees and provide backup support when necessary.
Partner closely with HR, Benefits, Finance, Treasury, Tax, Legal, and IT teams to ensure payroll accuracy and process efficiency.
Support onboarding, benefits administration, deductions, employer contributions, and retirement plan payroll activities.
Maintain strong payroll controls, approval workflows, policies, and procedures while ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations.
Oversee payroll accounting activities including journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, intercompany allocations, and month-end support.
Lead payroll-related initiatives associated with acquisitions, new entities, and system implementations.
Manage third-party payroll vendors and drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on automation, scalability, and accuracy.
Serve as the primary escalation point for complex payroll matters.
Coach, mentor, and develop a Payroll Specialist while promoting accountability and service excellence.
Benefits
Beacon Hill Staffing Group offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and financial security of its employees. Eligible team members can access medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, along with federal and state leave programs as mandated by applicable regulations. Additional benefits include retirement plan options, paid time off, and other employee assistance programs. The company is committed to fostering a positive work environment that encourages professional development and work-life balance. Upon employment, detailed information about specific benefits will be provided to ensure employees are well-informed and supported throughout their tenure.
Equal Opportunity
Beacon Hill Staffing Group, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all individuals, including those with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected status. We value diversity and are dedicated to fostering a workplace that reflects the communities we serve.

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