Job Description

Payroll Manager

At Mitsubishi Power, we're not just building better clean energy technologies; we're architecting a better future. Our team is boldly redefining power generation to accelerate the world's energy transition. We operate as one team, pushing toward our vision of the future. We value problem solvers, prioritize collaboration, and support each other in an inclusive culture built on accountability and authenticity by demonstrating our values: Safety, Family, Innovative, Inclusive, Accountable & Courageous. Together, we’re building the future we all aspire to - making net zero a reality.

The Payroll Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of the organization’s payroll operations to ensure employees are paid accurately, on time, and in full compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. This role leads payroll processing, supervises payroll staff or vendors, ensures compliance with wage‑and‑hour and tax laws, and partners closely with HR, Finance, and IT to maintain payroll integrity and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Demonstrates our core competencies: Action oriented, change champion, customer-focused, developing self & others, and ownership

Payroll Operations

• Oversee end‑to‑end payroll processing (biweekly, monthly, and off‑cycle payrolls as applicable)
• Ensure accurate calculation of wages, overtime, bonuses, commissions, deductions, and garnishments
• Maintain payroll calendars, cut‑off dates, approvals, and reconciliations
• Review and validate payroll data prior to final submission
• Resolve payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries in a timely and professional manner
• Manage high‑volume payroll processing for a multi‑state workforce of 2,000+ employees, ensuring accuracy and data integrity at scale.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with all applicable payroll‑related laws and regulations (FLSA, IRS, state and local tax laws, wage‑and‑hour requirements)
• Oversee payroll tax filings, payments, year‑end processing (W‑2s, corrections, amendments)
• Maintain audit‑ready payroll records and documentation
• Partner with internal and external auditors as needed
• Stay current on federal, state, and local regulatory changes; evaluate their payroll implications; and implement necessary updates to processes, controls, and systems.

Systems & Reporting

• Manage payroll systems and integrations with HRIS, time & attendance, and finance systems
• Lead payroll system upgrades, testing, and process improvements
• Prepare payroll reports for Finance, HR, and leadership (labor costs, accruals, audits, compliance)
• Oversee complex payroll system configurations, high‑volume data loads, and integrations across HR, Finance, and Timekeeping systems to ensure data accuracy for a 2,000+ employee population.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Supervise, train, and develop payroll staff (or manage payroll vendors)
• Establish standard operating procedures and internal controls
• Collaborate with HR on new hires, terminations, benefits, and employee data changes
• Partner with Finance on budgeting, forecasting, and reporting
• Serve as the primary payroll subject‑matter expert for the organization
• Serve as a key partner to HR, aligning payroll operations with broader people‑team initiatives and ensuring consistent, compliant employee lifecycle processes.
• Lead communication and training efforts for managers and employees related to payroll system updates, new functionality, and process improvements to ensure smooth adoption.
• Draft and distribute employee‑facing payroll communications, including payroll calendar changes, early timecard approval deadlines, system outages, and other time‑sensitive updates.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field
• 7+ years of progressive payroll experience, including multi‑state payroll, with a minimum of 2 years of management experience supervising payroll team members.
• Prior experience leading payroll operations or supervising staff preferred.
• Strong knowledge of payroll tax and wage‑and‑hour regulations.
• Experience with payroll systems and HRIS platforms
• Experience with UKG Pro and Success Factors preferred.
• Advanced experience with enterprise‑level payroll systems (preferable UKG, Workday, ADP, SAP, Oracle).
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or similar certification preferred.
• Strong written communication skills for drafting employee‑facing payroll notices and updates.

Why Should You Apply?

• Excellent Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision & 401K Matching).
• Excellent development programs and advancement opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement and on-the-job training.
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
• Committed to quality products and services.
• Great working environment and culture.
• Employee Appreciation Programs and Event.

Mitsubishi Power is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer actively seeking to diversify the workforce and is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. Therefore, all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under applicable law, are strongly encouraged to apply.