Job Description

Title: Payroll Manager

Location: Milwaukee, WI (onsite 5-days/week)

Hire Type: Direct Hire

Overview:

Global Power Components is a privately held, growing manufacturer of UL heavy gauge steel fuel tanks, trailers, large generator enclosures, and modular metal enclosures for housing fully equipped electrical distribution and control equipment. In 2018 we moved operations into a newly renovated 300,000 sq. foot facility that will foster our continued growth as we continue to be recognized as undisputed leaders in our industry. Reporting to the controller, the Payroll Manager will lead a team of three payroll professionals while managing payroll for our diverse employee base. This role will play a pivotal part in driving efficiency, maintaining compliance, and supporting the company’s transition to advanced payroll systems in the future. This is a high impact position, created in response to our growth and the need for stronger leadership in payroll management, reporting, and ERP integration.

Responsibilities:

Payroll Operations

• Oversee the accurate and timely payroll processing for 1,200 employees, addressing tax benefits and compliance – related queries.
• Manage and support payroll team members to resolve day – to – day challenges.

Job Costing and Reporting

• Lead efforts in job costing and buildout data systems within the ERP (Epicor) for improved labor tracking and analysis.
• Provide payroll – related reporting to support financial and operational decision – making.

Process Management and Improvement

• Collaborate with leadership to refine payroll processes and prepare for a potential system transition to Workday in 2025.
• Ensure all processes align with best practices and regulatory requirements.

Team Leadership

• Develop, mentor, and guide the payroll team to achieve departmental goals.
• Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field preferred.
• Management experience, with the ability to lead a team of three.
• Familiarity with payroll processing systems (Paychex preferred; Workday experience is a plus).
• Understanding of job costing and financial reporting principles.
• Experience managing payroll for a large workforce, ideally including both permanent and temporary employees.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Role Specifics:

Full-time (40-50 hours per week; rarely exceeds 50 hours per week)

Team and Culture:

• Collaborative and supportive environment with a commitment to personal and professional growth.
• Opportunity to contribute to system improvements and play a key role in the company’s operational success

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