The Boldt Company

Payroll Manager

The Boldt Company  •  $106k - $139k/yr  •  Wisconsin (Remote)  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description

At Boldt, we build more than complex projects, and we build strong relationships, great teams, and lasting impact.

Join Boldt and help lead a critical function that supports employees across the organization. We are seeking an experienced Payroll Manager with strong expertise in full-cycle payroll administration, payroll tax compliance, and team leadership. This individual will serve as a trusted partner to stakeholders across the business while identifying opportunities to improve processes, drive efficiencies, and enhance overall payroll operations.

The ideal candidate brings proven payroll leadership experience, strong communication and relationship-building skills, and a collaborative, results-driven approach. Success in this role will come from quickly establishing strong cross-functional partnerships, gaining a deep understanding of current payroll processes, and leading initiatives that improve both team performance and operational effectiveness.

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a company known for its strong culture, employee ownership through our ESOP, community involvement, and commitment to professional growth. You'll play a key role in shaping the future of payroll operations while leading a high-performing, collaborative team.

The anticipated salary range for this position is $106,000.00 - $139,000.00. This information reflects the anticipated base salary for this position based on current market data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual’s skills, experiences, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

We Are Boldt

  • Our People: We create opportunities for growth, fulfillment, and reaching full potential.
  • Our Customers: We exceed expectations through advocacy, problem-solving, and collaboration.
  • Our Partners: We collaborate with trust and respect to drive innovation and shared success.
  • Our Communities: We give back with our time, talents, and resources, elevating dignity and doing good

Why You’ll Love Working at Boldt

  • Employee Owned Your work fuels our success and your future
  • Purpose‑Driven ESG‑focused work aligned with strong values
  • Better Together Teamwork, trust, and shared accountability
  • Safety First Everyone home safe every day
  • Career Growth Real development through mentorship and hands‑on learning
  • High‑Impact Projects Complex industrial work that matters
  • Lead & Mentor Learn today, lead tomorrow
  • Rich Culture What started as a carpentry shop has grown into a multi‑million‑dollar company built on relationships and craftsmanship
  • High Performance By people, strengthened through AI and technology that enhance collaboration, transparency, and results.

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At Boldt, high performance starts with strong relationships. We believe the best projects are delivered by teams that trust each other, communicate openly, and take ownership from the field to the office. Our culture blends accountability with support; where learning, mentorship, and collaboration, power results. You won’t just contribute to projects that matter; you’ll grow alongside people who are investing in your success.

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What You Bring
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or a related field; equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
  • 7+ years of full-cycle payroll processing experience, including payroll tax compliance, reporting, and regulatory requirements.
  • 5+ years of leadership experience managing, mentoring, and developing payroll teams.
  • Strong knowledge of payroll/HRIS systems, timekeeping systems, and Microsoft O365.
  • Experience managing payroll operations, including tax filings, W-2 reporting, garnishments, audits, reconciliations, and special pay processing.
  • Proven ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders across all levels of an organization.
  • Excellent communication, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • High attention to detail with the ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
  • A collaborative, relationship-focused leader who is passionate about continuous improvement and developing high-performing teams.
Nice to Have
  • Union and construction payroll experience, including experience with multi-state payroll processing.
  • Knowledge of per diem processing, prevailing wage requirements, and union reporting.
  • Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification.
  • Experience leading payroll system implementations, process improvements, or large-scale payroll projects.
  • Broad understanding of accounting, finance, and General Ledger reconciliation processes.
  • Experience with Capstone, E-Time, or similar payroll and timekeeping systems.
  • Exposure to fringe benefit administration, expense reimbursement programs, and wage attachment processing.
  • Ability to identify efficiencies, streamline processes, and implement payroll best practices across a complex organization.

Unsolicited Correspondence

The Boldt Group and its subsidiaries engage recruiting agencies exclusively through our Enterprise Support Talent Acquisition team and only when a valid, Boldt approved agreement is in place. Boldt does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions at any time, including agencies with an active agreement—unless the submission is expressly requested by the Enterprise Support Talent Acquisition team. Any unsolicited submissions will be deemed the property of The Boldt Group, and no placement fees will be paid. All agency inquiries must be directed to the Enterprise Support Talent Acquisition team. At this time, we are not entertaining any new agency submissions or outreach.

EEOC

The Boldt Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The Boldt Company

About The Boldt Company

Since 1889, we’ve stayed true to what Martin Boldt first set out to be—an honest and reliable contractor. Hard work, an innovative spirit and a commitment to our values have helped us grow into one of the largest professional construction services firms in the United States. Today, we’re a fourth-generation family- and employee-owned company with a home base in Appleton, Wisconsin and offices throughout the country.

At Boldt, we don’t bow to convention. You deserve better than that. That’s why we’re constantly striving to improve, to bring greater value to our customers. We’ve built a culture that pushes the boundaries of innovation. A culture that empowers our people to think big. To explore the unprecedented.

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Industry
Construction & Skilled Trades
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Appleton, Wisconsin
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
boldt.com
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