Managed Payroll Lead

Remote, Full-Time, Exempt

About PredictiveHR, Inc.

At PredictiveHR, Inc., an HR Path Company we provide innovative Human Capital

Management (HCM) and workforce solutions that empower organizations to optimize their

people, processes, and performance. As a rapidly growing HR technology company and

UKG Certified Partner, we deliver full-suite HCM consulting and managed services with a

focus on excellence, precision, and client partnership.

We are seeking a Managed Payroll Lead to join our growing team. This role is instrumental

in ensuring accurate, compliant, and efficient payroll operations across multiple client

organizations while delivering a high-touch, consultative client experience.

Position Summary

The Managed Payroll Lead will oversee end-to-end payroll processing for multi-state

clients, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and timely payroll delivery. This individual will

serve as a trusted advisor to clients by providing guidance on payroll best practices,

system functionality, compliance requirements, and process optimization.

In addition to client-facing responsibilities, the Managed Payroll Lead will act as a mentor

and knowledge resource for other payroll consultants, helping strengthen team capability

through coaching, collaboration, and sharing industry best practices. This role will also

support the continuous improvement of PredictiveHR’s managed payroll methodology,

tools, templates, and service offerings by identifying opportunities to enhance delivery

quality, consistency, scalability, and overall client satisfaction.

The ideal candidate is a seasoned payroll professional who thrives in a fast-paced, client-

focused environment and enjoys combining operational excellence with strategic

partnership.

Essential Functions

CLIENT PAYROLL MANAGEMENT

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing for multiple clients across various pay

schedules, including weekly, bi-weekly, semi-monthly, and monthly payrolls.

• Oversee payroll data validation, audits, gross-to-net calculations, and payroll pre-

checks to ensure accuracy and compliance.

• Support year-end payroll processing activities, including W-2s, 1099s, payroll tax

reconciliations, and related client deliverables.

• Prepare payroll and general ledger reports and assist with audits, reconciliations,

and payroll-related reporting as needed.

• Maintain compliance with all federal, state, and local wage and tax regulations.

CLIENT CONSULTING & SUPPORT

• Serve as the primary point of contact for client payroll inquiries, providing timely

guidance, issue resolution, and best practice recommendations.

• Partner with HR and Finance teams to support onboarding, offboarding,

compensation changes, payroll adjustments, and employee lifecycle events.

• Identify opportunities for process improvement and recommend solutions to

enhance efficiency, accuracy, scalability, and client satisfaction.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams to support new client

implementations, transitions, and ongoing managed services delivery.

• Stay current on payroll trends, HCM platform functionality, and compliance

updates.

LEADERSHIP & STRATEGIC SUPPORT

• Serve as a mentor and escalation resource for payroll consultants and internal

team members.

• Support the development and enhancement of PredictiveHR’s payroll delivery

standards, methodologies, templates, and tools.

• Assist Sales and Marketing teams as a payroll subject matter expert on client calls,

demonstrations, webinars, and strategic initiatives.• Contribute to operational excellence initiatives that improve service delivery

consistency and client experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on payroll processing experience, including multi-state payroll

administration.

• CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) certification required.

• Prior payroll department leadership experience required.

• Strong knowledge of payroll compliance, wage and hour laws, payroll tax

regulations, and payroll best practices.

• Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and accuracy.

• Excellent communication, client relationship management, and consultative skills.

• Ability to manage multiple client payrolls in a fast-paced, service-oriented

environment.

• Prior experience in a managed payroll services or consulting environment preferred.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with UKG Ready and/or UKG Pro HCM strongly preferred.

• Experience managing both hourly and salaried payrolls.

• Familiarity with payroll integrations, including benefits, HRIS, timekeeping, general

ledger, and third-party vendor integrations.

• Knowledge of ACA compliance and payroll reporting requirements.

• Experience with other HCM platforms such as Paylocity, ADP, Paycom, Workday,

Ceridian/Dayforce, or similar systems.

• Union payroll experience and familiarity with collective bargaining agreements

(CBAs) preferred.

• Experience supporting payroll operations across multiple entities, locations, and

jurisdictions.

Why Join PredictiveHR?

• Join an innovative, people-first organization recognized for exceptional client

service and expertise in HCM solutions.• Work alongside a collaborative, high-performing team that values partnership,

accountability, and continuous improvement.

• Opportunity for professional growth and career advancement within a rapidly

growing organization.

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

• Flexible remote work environment with a strong focus on work-life balance.

PredictiveHR is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.