The Marmon Group LLC

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

The Payroll Manager is a key leader responsible for overseeing and executing all aspects of payroll operations across multiple business units within Industrial Products Group in North America. This role plays a critical part ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in payroll processing. This position will lead payroll strategy, manage vendor relationships, and serve as a trusted advisor to HR, Finance, and executive leadership on payroll-related matters.

This highly visible role requires deep expertise in multi-state payroll operations, strong leadership capabilities, and a passion for continuous improvement and technology-driven solutions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead payroll operations across the Industrial Products Group, overseeing North America payroll as the company’s primary payroll authority.

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing for multiple companies and pay frequencies (weekly, bi-weekly, semi-monthly) with accuracy and timeliness.

• Supervise and mentor direct reports, ensuring effective workload management, performance development, and team collaboration.

• Oversee time and attendance systems and maintain confidential payroll records in the company’s payroll system.

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and relevant international payroll regulations, union agreements, and company policies.

• Process payroll changes including hires, terminations, compensation updates, garnishments, and benefit deductions.

• Collaborate with HR to ensure accurate payroll deductions and third-party remittances.

• Respond to payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies in partnership with HR.

• Serve as liaison with payroll processing partners, tax agencies, and external partners on payroll matters.

• Administer 401(k), deferred compensation, and required statutory benefits.

• Ensure timely and accurate payroll tax filings and jurisdiction setup/closure in North America.

• Maintain compliance with internal policies and external regulations, support audits and reporting.

• Review payroll transactions for accuracy and resolve discrepancies with payroll processing provider.

• Manage expat tax equalization payments with external accounting firms.

• Schedule and process special or off-cycle payrolls.

• Participate in payroll-related projects, committees, and cross-functional teams.

• Research and resolve stale payroll checks in accordance with state regulations.

• Prepare payroll journal entries, W-2s, and follow up on tax return issues.

• Recommend improvements to payroll policies and procedures.

• Provide ad hoc reporting and perform other duties as assigned.

• Exercise and model confidentiality with personal, private information

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND KEY EXPERIENCES:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field; or equivalent experience.

• 7+ years of payroll experience, including experience in multi-state/multi-location environments.

• Certification in Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) preferred

• Proven experience leading and managing payroll teams, including mentoring, performance management, and workload prioritization.

• Strong knowledge of payroll laws, tax regulations, and GAAP principles.

• Proficient in Workday, ADP Workforce Now, ADP Enhanced E-Time, ADP Smart Compliance and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Detail-oriented, organized, and deadline-driven.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.

• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.

• Customer-focused with a collaborative and professional demeanor.

• Passionate about payroll, technology, and mentoring others.

Pay Range:

80,000.00 - 120,000.00

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, 401k matching, and more!

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [email protected], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.