Description Charlie Gilmur with Robert Half is looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to lead and oversee payroll operations in Portland, Oregon. This role requires a hands-on leader who can ensure the accurate, timely, and compliant processing of multi-state payrolls while optimizing systems and workflows. As the subject matter expert, you will collaborate with HR, Finance, IT, and Labor Relations teams to enhance payroll functionality and maintain regulatory compliance. Responsibilities: • Manage the complete payroll process for all employees, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and adherence to federal, state, and local regulations. • Lead, train, and supervise payroll staff to ensure high performance and attention to detail in their development. • Conduct payroll audits, reconciliations, and generate reports for internal and external stakeholders. • Optimize the use of UKG Ready payroll systems, including troubleshooting, training, and workflow improvements. • Maintain robust payroll controls and documentation to support compliance and audit readiness. • Collaborate with HR, Finance, IT, and Labor Relations to ensure seamless integration of employee data and benefits. • Oversee payroll calendar planning, including deadlines for tax filings, year-end activities, and special payroll situations. • Manage garnishments, wage assignments, off-cycle payments, and other complex payroll scenarios. • Ensure payroll processes align with labor union agreements and federal contracting requirements. • Provide exceptional customer service to employees, managers, and external partners regarding payroll inquiries. Please reach out to Charlie Gilmur with Robert Half to review this position. Job Order: 03600-0013276785 Requirements • Minimum of 5–7 years of payroll experience, including at least 2 years in a leadership role. • Associate degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field, or equivalent detail-oriented experience. • Advanced expertise in using UKG Ready payroll systems. • Strong knowledge of multi-state payroll practices, particularly for Oregon and Washington. • Certified Payroll designation is highly preferred. • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Office Suite applications. • Experience managing payroll for over 500 employees, including unionized workforces. • Solid understanding of payroll compliance, reporting, and data integrity requirements. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .