Payroll Strategy & Operations Lead; Temporary

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Temporary assignment with NAHR Payroll Team as a Payroll Strategy & Operations Lead working onsite 5 days a week (Mon-Fri 8AM-5PM EST) at 111 Sylvan Ave Englewood Cliffs, NJ.

Potential for temp to perm conversion contingent upon successful performance.

Lead the transformation of payroll operations by revamping and modernizing end-to-end processes that support employees across 40+ U.S. states. This role focuses on reimagining payroll workflows, pay rules, and compliance settings to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and regulatory compliance  a key strategic leader with hands‑on operational expertise, you will drive continuous improvement initiatives, optimize system configuration, and align payroll practices with organizational goals.

This position requires a forward‑thinking approach to process design, leveraging technology and best practices to deliver a seamless payroll experience.

• Lead comprehensive payroll process redesign initiatives, focusing on payroll data workflows, system configurations, and records management
• Analyze current processes, identify gaps, and develop solutions to improve accuracy
• Redesign processes to optimize payroll process efficiency
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to integrate payroll processes with HRIS, HRBP, timekeeping, and financial systems
• Develop documentation, process maps, and training materials for new workflows

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Finance, Business, or related field; advanced degree preferred
• 10+ years of experience in payroll operations, with a focus on process improvement and system configuration
• Strong knowledge of U.S. payroll regulations, tax compliance, and multi-state payroll requirements
• Hands‑on experience with payroll systems (e.g. UKG, ADP, Workday) and HRIS integration
• Proven ability to lead complex projects and influence stakeholders across functions

Recruiting Range

$110,000 - $140,000 USD

• No-cost employee premiums for you and your eligible dependents for competitive medical, dental, vision and prescription benefits.
• Auto enrollment with immediate vesting of competitive company matching contributions in a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with several investment options.
• Generous Paid Time Off program that includes company holidays and a combined bank of paid sick and vacation time.
• Performance based Short-Term Incentives (varies by role).
• Access to confidential mental health resources to help you and your loved ones improve your quality of life. Personal fitness goal incentives.
• Family orientated benefits such as paid parental leave and support for families raising children with learning, social, behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities.
• Group Rate Life and Disability Insurance.

• Eligible for the relevant benefit programs offered through our partner agencies.

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