How to become a payroll manager?

To become a payroll manager, it is important to gain experience from a combination of formal training in a bachelor’s degree program in accounting, business administration, or human resources, and from on-the-job experience in a payroll department. Many payroll managers are promoted into the role from positions such as payroll specialists, or payroll assistants. Certification is available for payroll management, but not always required by employers. Experience with payroll processing software is a benefit when seeking a payroll manager position.