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Senior Payroll Manager Salary: $120,000 - $145,000 + 10-15% bonus + ESOP Why This Senior Payroll Manager Role Is Different * Flexibility: on-site to start, then flexible hybrid schedule * Benefits ...

Senior Payroll Manager Salary: $120,000 - $145,000 + 10-15% bonus + ESOP Why This Senior Payroll Manager Role Is Different * Flexibility: on-site to start, then flexible hybrid schedule * Benefits ...

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Senior Payroll Manager Full Time Los Angeles, CA, US 8 days ago Requisition ID: 1021 Salary Range: $100,000.00 To $105,000.00 Annually Position: Senior Payroll Manager Department: Payroll Function:

Senior Payroll Manager

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$100K - $105K/yr

Senior Payroll Manager Full Time Los Angeles, CA, US 8 days ago Requisition ID: 1021 Salary Range: $100,000.00 To $105,000.00 Annually Position: Senior Payroll Manager Department: Payroll Function:

The Senior Payroll Manager provides strategic oversight of payroll, payroll taxes, time and attendance, and related systems and processes. This role leads compliant, accurate, and effective payroll ...

Senior Payroll Manager

Houston, TX · On-site

$118K - $148K/yr

Position Summary The Senior Payroll Manager is a hands-on leader responsible for managing and ... Ensures accurate processing of special payments, bonuses, incentive plans, and contractual earnings.

Position Summary The Senior Payroll Manager is a hands-on leader responsible for managing and ... Ensures accurate processing of special payments, bonuses, incentive plans, and contractual earnings.

Senior Payroll Manager

Houston, TX · On-site

$118K - $148K/yr

Position Summary The Senior Payroll Manager is a hands-on leader responsible for managing and ... Ensures accurate processing of special payments, bonuses, incentive plans, and contractual earnings.

Senior Payroll Manager

Houston, TX · On-site

$118K - $148K/yr

Position Summary The Senior Payroll Manager is a hands-on leader responsible for managing and ... Ensures accurate processing of special payments, bonuses, incentive plans, and contractual earnings.

Senior Payroll Manager Location: 3 Crossgate Drive, Mechanicsburg, PA (Onsite) Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00AM-5:00PM (Full-Time) Who We Are: West Shore Home is a technology-driven and industry ...

Senior Payroll Manager

Houston, TX · On-site

$118K - $148K/yr

Position Summary The Senior Payroll Manager is a hands-on leader responsible for managing and ... Ensures accurate processing of special payments, bonuses, incentive plans, and contractual earnings.

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How much do contractual senior payroll manager jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for contractual senior payroll manager in the United States is $127,957.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $100,000.00 and $144,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contractual Senior Payroll Manager vs Payroll Specialist?

AspectContractual Senior Payroll ManagerPayroll Specialist
CredentialsPayroll certifications, management experiencePayroll certifications, entry to mid-level experience
Work EnvironmentCorporate, large organizations, consulting firmsHR departments, payroll service providers
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in industries with complex payroll needsUsed across various industries for payroll processing

The Contractual Senior Payroll Manager oversees payroll operations, manages teams, and ensures compliance, often on a contractual basis. In contrast, a Payroll Specialist handles day-to-day payroll processing tasks. While both roles require payroll certifications, the manager role involves leadership and strategic responsibilities, whereas the specialist focuses on execution and accuracy.

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Infographic showing various Contractual Senior Payroll Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $127,957 per year, or $61.5 per hour.

Senior Payroll Manager

Burlington, CT • Hybrid

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago


Job description

Senior Payroll Manager

Salary: $120,000 - $145,000 + 10–15% bonus + ESOP

Why This Senior Payroll Manager Role Is Different

  • Flexibility: on-site to start, then flexible hybrid schedule
  • Benefits: free medical, $2K HSA contribution, strong PTO package
  • 4% 401k match
  • True ownership: build and elevate a best-in-class payroll function
  • Growth story: This organization has grown 5x in the last few years with continued expansion
  • Stability: cash positive, zero debt, strong EBITDA
  • Upside: Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)– strong financial upside and long term stability!
  • Comp potential: Base + Bonus (10-15%) + ESOP (25–30% of total comp over time)
  • High impact: lead system/ERP transformation tied to payroll
  • Culture: family-oriented feel with real investment in people
  • Scale: 3oo employees across 10+ states (union and non-union)
  • Voted one of the Top Places to Work in CT

What the Senior Payroll Manager Will Do

  • The Senior Payroll Manager will lead and optimize end-to-end payroll across a complex, multi-state environment
  • Ensure compliance with union agreements, prevailing wage, and certified payroll requirements
  • Oversee payroll taxes, W-2s, filings, and reconciliations
  • Drive payroll system and ERP conversion, integrating with accounting and job costing
  • Partner with finance on labor costing, reporting, and process alignment
  • The Senior Payroll Manager will build, mentor, and elevate the payroll team
  • Serve as a key advisor to leadership on payroll strategy, compliance, and risk

What You Bring: Senior Payroll Manager

  • 7+ years of progressive payroll experience with full-cycle ownership
  • Deep expertise in multi-state, union payroll environments
  • Experience with payroll system implementations or ERP integrations

If you’re looking for a Senior Payroll Manager role where you can lead, build, and make a real impact in a high-growth environment, this Senior Payroll Manager opportunity is worth exploring.

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