Senior Manager, Payroll
As innovators of premium baby gear with a timeless style, Nuna is a Global Brand, growing exponentially in the U.S. Market.
Nuna’s corporate office is nestled in scenic Berks County, PA, within a mile of turnpike exit 298. Our quiet location promises the luxuries of a low-stress commute and a 360 view of nature.
Like our high-quality baby gear, our health and welfare benefits are superior, boasting an onsite state-of-the-art gym facility coupled with a $0 Copay / $0 Deductible Medical & Prescription Plan Design and a 401(k) with 6% Employer Match.
We are currently seeking a Senior Manager, Payroll to join our team.
The Senior Manager, Payroll is a hands-on, people-focused leader responsible for directing and coordinating all payroll activities for a complex, US multi-state workforce. This role ensures timely and accurate payroll processing across multiple legal entities and is also accountable for designing, building, and continuously refining a best-in-class payroll infrastructure. By integrating scalable processes, robust compliance measures, and advanced technologies, the
The Senior Manager will establish a foundation that enables operational excellence, fosters compliance stewardship, and adapts to evolving business needs.
This position requires a balance of strategic leadership and tactical execution, fostering strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders while promoting a collaborative and service-oriented environment that consistently delivers exceptional customer service.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Infrastructure
• Design, build, and continuously refine a payroll infrastructure that aligns with both immediate and future business objectives, ensuring flexibility to adapt to evolving business and customer requirements.
• Integrate scalable processes and robust compliance measures, create a foundation that enables a best-in-class payroll function delivering exceptional customer service across the organization.
Payroll Operations, Compliance & Data Integrity
• Oversee end-to-end multi‑state payroll for multiple legal entities, ensuring the consistent accuracy of payroll execution, including timekeeping, data imports, and wage calculations.
• Ensure full compliance with wage and hour laws, payroll tax filings (Federal, State, Local), and garnishments.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and integrity of payroll data.
• Ensure payroll documentation is accurate, compliant, organized, and audit‑ready in alignment with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Remain current on changes in payroll laws, tax regulations, and industry best practices.
Audit, Controls & Special Pay
• Drive compliance through internal controls, managing internal and external audits, and performing GL reconciliations.
• Audit and process incentive compensation, scheduled bonuses, and out‑of‑cycle bonus payments.
Systems, Strategy & Reporting
• Lead payroll system configurations, upgrades, and integrations to support workflow efficiency and data accuracy.
• Generate detailed payroll reports for Finance, HR, and Accounting to support business insight and reconciliation needs.
Team Leadership & Development
• Provide incisive leadership to the payroll team, including coaching, developing, and training team members for success.
• Promote a positive, collaborative, and supportive work environment, ensuring exceptional internal customer service and strong cross‑department relationships.
Process Improvement & Optimization
• Critically review and analyze current payroll practices to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Plan, develop, and implement forward‑looking payroll processes and procedures to improve accuracy, efficiency, and overall employee experience.
Cross‑Functional Collaboration
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and other departments in support of business needs and employee experience.
• Strengthen internal communication with staff and colleagues at all levels to ensure consistent and exceptional internal customer service.
• Support the Accounting team on special projects and other assignments as needed.
This position description is intended to provide a summary of the essential duties, tasks, and responsibilities of this position and shall not be considered an exhaustive listing of all work requirements.
Requirements and Qualifications
Experience, Knowledge & Education
Experience
• Ten (10) to fifteen (15) years’ relevant work experience leading Payroll and related processes of a large volume of employees (including remote workforce) in a complex and rapidly changing multi-state, multi-entity organization.
• Minimum seven (7) years in a supervisory position with two (2) or more direct reports.
• Demonstrated experience in building high performance teams.
• Overseeing multi‑state payroll processing, including timekeeping integrations and wage calculations.
• Configuring and/or optimizing changes to payroll systems and/or provider.
• Experienced in audit preparation, including GL reconciliation.
Knowledge
• In-depth knowledge of payroll processing across multiple U.S. states and legal entities.
• Strong understanding of wage and hour laws, timekeeping, payroll tax regulations, and related compliance requirements
• Deep knowledge of multi-state taxation and labor laws (FLSA).
• Knowledge of payroll record‑keeping requirements, data integrity standards, and audit‑ready documentation.
• Well versed with required internal controls related to payroll processes.
• Understanding of general health and welfare benefits related to payroll deductions and compliance.
Education
• Associate of Arts (AA) or Associate of Science (AS) degree or professional certificate in accounting or business administration preferred.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (PC) designation is a plus.
Skills & Competencies
Leadership & Teamwork
• Demonstrated ability in building and managing highly collaborative and effective teams supporting multiple companies/business units, committed to a culture of collaboration, performance, transparency, and integrity.
• Outstanding people skills with proven experience in cultivating cross-collaborative working relationships and influencing at all levels.
• Skilled at building partnerships and working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
Strategic Thinking & Adaptability
• Strategic mindset with the willingness to take hands-on action and a drive to continuously improve processes.
• Capacity to adjust strategies and processes in response to evolving business needs and industry trends.
Communication & Problem Solving
• Ability to communicate with precision, ensuring clear conveyance of project status, problems, resolutions, and recommended actions.
• Ability to evaluate complex payroll issues, identify solutions, and implement effective action plans.
Service Orientation & Integrity
• Commitment to delivering exceptional service and fostering a service-oriented environment.
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive payroll data with discretion, upholding the highest standards of integrity.
Process Improvement & Efficiency
• Aptitude for streamlining and simplifying teams, policies, and processes for efficiency while maintaining appropriate internal controls.
• Skill in configuring and optimizing payroll systems to enhance accuracy and workflow efficiency.
Audit & Controls
• Strong orientation toward audit readiness and maintaining effective internal controls.
Technology
Advanced proficiency in or with:
• Payroll systems; Paycom is highly valued.
• Microsoft Excel, including Pivot Tables, V Lookup, Formulas & Filters
Proficient in or with
• Microsoft Office Suite, Word, Teams, PowerPoint
• Corporate travel systems, Navan preferred.
• Corporate credit card expense management software, BILL Spend & Expense preferred.
• Excels in proficiently learning new software with ease.
Other
As business needs warrant :
• Domestic travel: periodic trips between business locations in PA, CA WA.
• Ability to work extended hours may, on occasion, include evenings and weekends.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
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