Senior Manager Payroll Operations

A large and growing Colorado organization is seeking an experienced Senior Manager of Payroll Operations to lead a high-volume payroll function and oversee a team responsible for payroll processing, compliance, reporting, and employee support. This leadership role will drive payroll strategy, process improvement, system optimization, and operational excellence while ensuring accurate and compliant payroll administration.Key ResponsibilitiesLead day-to-day payroll operations, ensuring accurate and timely processing of regular and off-cycle payrolls.Manage, mentor, and develop payroll staff while establishing performance goals and fostering a culture of accountability and customer service.Oversee payroll tax reporting, garnishments, reconciliations, W-2 processing, audits, and regulatory compliance activities.Develop and enhance payroll policies, procedures, internal controls, and workflow efficiencies.Serve as the payroll subject matter expert, resolving complex payroll issues and providing guidance to internal stakeholders.Partner with HR, Finance, IT, Benefits, and other departments to support integrated business processes and organizational initiatives.Lead payroll-related projects, system implementations, upgrades, testing, and process improvement initiatives.Monitor department metrics, analyze trends, and identify opportunities to improve operational effectiveness and service delivery.