Paylocity HRIS and Payroll Manager

We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented expert Paylocity HRIS and Payroll Manager to lead our payroll operations and human resources information system (HRIS) management. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the end-to-end payroll process, ensure accurate data entry, and maintain seamless integration between payroll software and HR systems. Your expertise will drive compliance, optimize payroll workflows, and support our organizational goals by leveraging your deep understanding of payroll management, accounting principles, and HRIS platforms. This position offers an exciting opportunity to influence our company’s financial accuracy while enhancing employee experience through efficient benefits administration and data management.

Prior to the go live in Paylocity in April 2027, you will be responsible for processing payroll and benefits administration in the current payroll platform. Must have expeierence with many modules in Paylocity including: Payroll, Performance, Compensation, Workforce Mgmt, LMS, Surveys, Rewards and heavy reporting.

Current headcount is 77 FTE based all over the US. Growing rapidly and will be 200 FFTE’s by Q2 2027. My client is going to be transitioning to Paylocity and this individual will be helping to building the Paylocity platform during the Q1 implementation and then be responsible for the HRIS system and payroll processing in Paylocity. Implementation may require 30 hours a week. Starting Q3 2027, expected hours will be 20-30 hours per week.

If you have exposure to international payroll that is a huge bonus. You will not be running international payroll, but the HRIS reports from Paylocity will have international employees that will need euro conversion rates at times. You will also interact with the international payroll team to run reports and assist with performance and compensation management.

This is a 100% remote position, but if you can occassionally travel to mid Atlantic area, that is a bonus. Very flexible hours, must be available for meetings during the implementation. This position is a 1099 employee position, not a contract. Unlimited time off.

Duties

• Manage the entire payroll cycle, ensuring timely and accurate processing using Paylocity.
• Manage payroll in current system during Q1 2027 while doing implementation of Paylocity.
• Oversee HRIS data entry, updates, and integrity to support payroll processing, benefits administration, and reporting needs. including health insurance, retirement plans, and leave policies.
• Conduct analysis of payroll data to identify discrepancies, improve workflows, and ensure adherence to internal controls and audit standards.

• Extensive experience with Paylocity.
• Demonstrated expertise in payroll processing, tax compliance, benefits administration, and governmental reporting requirements.
• Strong human resources knowledge related to employee records management and benefits administration., * Paylocity : 5 years (Required)
• Payroll management: 5 years (Required)

Pulled from the full job description

• Retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Flexible schedule, * Flexible schedule
• Paid time off