Payroll Manager - Fargo

Posted Friday, January 23, 2026 at 7:00 AM

Join our Premier Property Management Team.

Creating a better living.

As the Payroll Manager
, you will tap into your expertise in processing payroll, auditing for accuracy, and supporting the compensation structure for our organization! You will work with a focus on providing accuracy and consistency across all aspects of our payroll management system and work hard to provide an exceptional experience for leaders and team members, delivering service and solutions that help support our vision of creating a better living for our customers and communities.

We believe everyone is a leader! This role will be responsible for bringing our vision of creating a better living for our customers and our communities to life. The Payroll & Compensation Manager will take pride in serving others and delivering a caring and professional experience for our residents, our client-owners, and our fellow team members.

Salary starting at $65,000 annualized (and more based on experience)!

Job

Duties Include:

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the payroll department, including the processing of payroll every two weeks and commission payments.
• Review and analyze employee timecards, payroll records, and reports to ensure the accuracy of totals before submitting the payroll run and final payment.
• Lead and manage successful delivery of human capital management technology, policies, processes and team and leadership development.
• Assist in idea evaluation, requirement gathering and process analysis to make recommendations to key stakeholders.
• Manage implementation and collaborate on people related training as appropriate including materials and delivery.
• Develop self-service tools for managers and team members from idea to implementation, ensuring consistent communication including training and handoff to end user
• Process and maintain payroll data for 500+ employees ensuring compliance with federal and state wage and hour laws.
• Maintain the confidentiality of all employee information and payroll records.
• Ensure accurate with holdings for state and federal taxes.
• Provide excellent service and build ongoing relationships with end users.
• Validate and verify accuracy of payroll data through regular audits.
• Manage issues and escalations on people related questions.
• Collaborate with accounting team to complete payroll tasks. This may include reporting, budgeting, month end processing and benefit deductions.
• Understand and engage in training, projects and processes aligned to this role and any organization-wide required trainings within the defined timelines.
• Maintain accurate employee and payroll records.

Education and Experience
:

Required:

• 5 years of payroll or closely related experience.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• A motivated, well-organized, and self-directed individual who is also able to motivate and guide others.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, percentages, area, and volume.
• Proficient with state and federal employment regulations and laws.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite including SharePoint, Word, Outlook, and Teams.
• Proficiency of the English language in reading, writing and verbal communication.

Preferred:

• Associate degree in accounting, business or a related field preferred.
• Certified Payroll Professional Certificate.
• Three or more years of related Human Resources experience is preferred.
• Previous experience working with a SaaS (Software as a Service) Human Capital System.
• Your PTO grows with you - the longer you're here, the more time you earn.
• Celebrate your commitment with work anniversary milestone time off and gift card.
• Up to 120 hours each year, plus 8 paid holidays.
• Recharge with 4 "YOU" Days (32 hours) and give back with 16 paid volunteer hours each year.
• Leadership development programs support your professional growth and career advancement.
• Choose from 3 medical plans, 2 dental plans, and vision coverage options.
• Receive an annual company HSA contribution to help with out-of-pocket costs.
• Build your future with a 401(k) plan offering up to a 5% company match (vested immediately after eligibility requirements are met).
• Access an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) plus a range of voluntary benefits and life insurance options.
• Income-replacement benefits for qualifying life events.

Goldmark Property Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.