Sr. Payroll Manager, CPP - Careers at Robert Half
Robert Half
Sr. Payroll Manager, CPP - Careers at Robert Half
Job Description
Sr. Payroll Manager, CPP - Houston, TX
Robert Half is proud to partner with a leading public company in Houston, Texas, to find a dynamic Senior Payroll Manager (CPP) for their high-volume, multi-state payroll operations. This is a full-time, on-site role ideal for a certified payroll professional with deep expertise in complex, unionized environments. If you have CPP certification and thrive leading large teams in fast-paced settings, this position offers exceptional leadership opportunities and career growth.
About the Role
As the Sr. Payroll Manager, you will oversee payroll for 7,000–10,000+ employees across multiple U.S. states—including mandatory California experience—and parts of Canada. Managing biweekly, weekly, and semi-monthly cycles, you'll handle diverse pay types (salaried, hourly, tipped, seasonal, union) across 100 union groups and 50 FEINs. This hybrid leadership role combines strategic oversight with hands-on involvement during peak periods. Reporting to senior HR leadership, you'll drive efficiency using advanced ERP systems like ADP, Workday, SAP, or Dayforce Ceridian. Enjoy a modern office in Houston with business casual attire and a collaborative culture. Salary starts at $110,000+, commensurate with your 10+ years of experience.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Payroll Leadership: Direct end-to-end payroll operations in a high-volume, multi-state environment. Ensure 100% accuracy and timeliness for complex cycles, including union deductions and international nuances (Canada preferred).
Team Management: Lead 4 Payroll Supervisors (each overseeing 5 specialists), fostering mentorship, performance reviews, and professional development. Build a high-performing team culture focused on excellence and collaboration.
Compliance & Risk Management: Maintain rigorous compliance with federal, state (CA-specific), local, and union regulations. Develop audit-ready processes and handle escalations with diplomacy.
Process Optimization: Identify inefficiencies and implement ERP-driven improvements to streamline operations, reduce errors, and enhance scalability for growing employee bases.
Stakeholder Partnership: Collaborate with HR, Finance, and business units to resolve issues, de-escalate conflicts, and deliver exceptional employee service. Act as a trusted advisor on payroll matters.
Hands-On Execution: Jump into processing during high-pressure cycles, demonstrating expertise in multi-FEIN, union-heavy payrolls.
Required Qualifications
Certifications & Experience: CPP required. 10+ years in payroll, including 5+ years managing large teams (10,000+ employees). Proven multi-state expertise (CA mandatory), 100+ unions, public company ops, and multiple FEINs.
Technical Skills: Proficient in ADP, Workday, SAP, Dayforce Ceridian, or similar. Strong analytical skills for high-volume data.
Soft Skills: Exceptional leadership, communication, problem-solving, and customer service mindset. HR-savvy with conflict resolution experience.
Canadian payroll is a plus.
Why Join Us?
Join Robert Half's network and a top public company offering modern Houston offices, business casual vibe, and high-performance culture. Benefit from competitive pay ($110K+), comprehensive Robert Half perks, career advancement, and impactful work in payroll leadership. SEO keywords: Senior Payroll Manager jobs Houston TX, CPP payroll careers, multi-state union payroll roles, high-volume payroll management Texas. Apply now for this exclusive opportunity—limited spots for elite talent!
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Locations
- Houston, Texas, United States
Salary
110,000 - N/A USD / yearly
110,000 - 140,000 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Payroll Managementintermediate
- Multi-State Payroll Processingintermediate
- Union Payroll Administrationintermediate
- Team Leadershipintermediate
- CPP Certificationintermediate
- ERP Systems (ADP, Workday, SAP)intermediate
- Compliance Managementintermediate
- Process Improvementintermediate
- HR Collaborationintermediate
- High-Volume Payrollintermediate
Required Qualifications
- CPP certification (Certified Payroll Professional) (experience)
- Minimum 10 years payroll experience, with at least 5 years in a managerial role overseeing large teams (experience)
- Expertise processing payroll for 10,000+ employees in a multi-state capacity, with mandatory California experience (experience)
- Significant union payroll experience (processing for 100+ unions) (experience)
- Hands-on experience in public company payroll operations (experience)
- Prior management of multiple FEINs (experience)
- Strong HR background and proven success with de-escalating conflict and handling sensitive employee matters (experience)
- Major ERP/payroll system knowledge (e.g., ADP, Workday, SAP/Dayforce Ceridian) (experience)
Responsibilities
- Lead payroll operations for 7,000–10,000+ employees across multiple states (including California) and Canada, encompassing biweekly, weekly, and semi-monthly payrolls
- Oversee a team of 4 Payroll Supervisors (each managing 5 specialists), providing mentorship, support, and career development
- Ensure accurate, timely payroll processing for a diverse employee base (salaried, hourly, tipped, seasonal, union)
- Administer payroll for 100 union groups and manage complexity across 50 FEINs
- Partner with HR and internal stakeholders to resolve payroll issues diplomatically, manage escalations, and foster a positive work environment
- Implement and maintain procedures to ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and union requirements
- Drive process improvements, leveraging ERP/payroll systems for optimal efficiency and accuracy
- Step in to process payroll during peak periods or complex cycles
- Collaborate cross-functionally, ensuring strong communication with Finance, HR, and other business units
Benefits
- general: Competitive salary range of $110,000+ based on experience
- general: Modern office spaces with business casual dress code
- general: Collaborative, high-performance work culture
- general: Opportunities for career development and mentorship
- general: Comprehensive benefits package through Robert Half and client
- general: Supportive team environment with focus on work-life balance
- general: Professional growth in a leading public company
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Job Description
Sr. Payroll Manager, CPP - Houston, TX
Robert Half is proud to partner with a leading public company in Houston, Texas, to find a dynamic Senior Payroll Manager (CPP) for their high-volume, multi-state payroll operations. This is a full-time, on-site role ideal for a certified payroll professional with deep expertise in complex, unionized environments. If you have CPP certification and thrive leading large teams in fast-paced settings, this position offers exceptional leadership opportunities and career growth.
About the Role
As the Sr. Payroll Manager, you will oversee payroll for 7,000–10,000+ employees across multiple U.S. states—including mandatory California experience—and parts of Canada. Managing biweekly, weekly, and semi-monthly cycles, you'll handle diverse pay types (salaried, hourly, tipped, seasonal, union) across 100 union groups and 50 FEINs. This hybrid leadership role combines strategic oversight with hands-on involvement during peak periods. Reporting to senior HR leadership, you'll drive efficiency using advanced ERP systems like ADP, Workday, SAP, or Dayforce Ceridian. Enjoy a modern office in Houston with business casual attire and a collaborative culture. Salary starts at $110,000+, commensurate with your 10+ years of experience.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Payroll Leadership: Direct end-to-end payroll operations in a high-volume, multi-state environment. Ensure 100% accuracy and timeliness for complex cycles, including union deductions and international nuances (Canada preferred).
Team Management: Lead 4 Payroll Supervisors (each overseeing 5 specialists), fostering mentorship, performance reviews, and professional development. Build a high-performing team culture focused on excellence and collaboration.
Compliance & Risk Management: Maintain rigorous compliance with federal, state (CA-specific), local, and union regulations. Develop audit-ready processes and handle escalations with diplomacy.
Process Optimization: Identify inefficiencies and implement ERP-driven improvements to streamline operations, reduce errors, and enhance scalability for growing employee bases.
Stakeholder Partnership: Collaborate with HR, Finance, and business units to resolve issues, de-escalate conflicts, and deliver exceptional employee service. Act as a trusted advisor on payroll matters.
Hands-On Execution: Jump into processing during high-pressure cycles, demonstrating expertise in multi-FEIN, union-heavy payrolls.
Required Qualifications
Certifications & Experience: CPP required. 10+ years in payroll, including 5+ years managing large teams (10,000+ employees). Proven multi-state expertise (CA mandatory), 100+ unions, public company ops, and multiple FEINs.
Technical Skills: Proficient in ADP, Workday, SAP, Dayforce Ceridian, or similar. Strong analytical skills for high-volume data.
Soft Skills: Exceptional leadership, communication, problem-solving, and customer service mindset. HR-savvy with conflict resolution experience.
Canadian payroll is a plus.
Why Join Us?
Join Robert Half's network and a top public company offering modern Houston offices, business casual vibe, and high-performance culture. Benefit from competitive pay ($110K+), comprehensive Robert Half perks, career advancement, and impactful work in payroll leadership. SEO keywords: Senior Payroll Manager jobs Houston TX, CPP payroll careers, multi-state union payroll roles, high-volume payroll management Texas. Apply now for this exclusive opportunity—limited spots for elite talent!
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Locations
- Houston, Texas, United States
Salary
110,000 - N/A USD / yearly
110,000 - 140,000 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Payroll Managementintermediate
- Multi-State Payroll Processingintermediate
- Union Payroll Administrationintermediate
- Team Leadershipintermediate
- CPP Certificationintermediate
- ERP Systems (ADP, Workday, SAP)intermediate
- Compliance Managementintermediate
- Process Improvementintermediate
- HR Collaborationintermediate
- High-Volume Payrollintermediate
Required Qualifications
- CPP certification (Certified Payroll Professional) (experience)
- Minimum 10 years payroll experience, with at least 5 years in a managerial role overseeing large teams (experience)
- Expertise processing payroll for 10,000+ employees in a multi-state capacity, with mandatory California experience (experience)
- Significant union payroll experience (processing for 100+ unions) (experience)
- Hands-on experience in public company payroll operations (experience)
- Prior management of multiple FEINs (experience)
- Strong HR background and proven success with de-escalating conflict and handling sensitive employee matters (experience)
- Major ERP/payroll system knowledge (e.g., ADP, Workday, SAP/Dayforce Ceridian) (experience)
Responsibilities
- Lead payroll operations for 7,000–10,000+ employees across multiple states (including California) and Canada, encompassing biweekly, weekly, and semi-monthly payrolls
- Oversee a team of 4 Payroll Supervisors (each managing 5 specialists), providing mentorship, support, and career development
- Ensure accurate, timely payroll processing for a diverse employee base (salaried, hourly, tipped, seasonal, union)
- Administer payroll for 100 union groups and manage complexity across 50 FEINs
- Partner with HR and internal stakeholders to resolve payroll issues diplomatically, manage escalations, and foster a positive work environment
- Implement and maintain procedures to ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and union requirements
- Drive process improvements, leveraging ERP/payroll systems for optimal efficiency and accuracy
- Step in to process payroll during peak periods or complex cycles
- Collaborate cross-functionally, ensuring strong communication with Finance, HR, and other business units
Benefits
- general: Competitive salary range of $110,000+ based on experience
- general: Modern office spaces with business casual dress code
- general: Collaborative, high-performance work culture
- general: Opportunities for career development and mentorship
- general: Comprehensive benefits package through Robert Half and client
- general: Supportive team environment with focus on work-life balance
- general: Professional growth in a leading public company
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