Payroll Manager

External job listingat Avo Photonics

Avo Photonics seeks a Payroll Manager to oversee payroll operations, lead staff, maintain payroll systems and support audits and employee inquiries.

External source - not verified8 weeks agoOpen until: Dec 3, 2026

Salary

Not provided

Location

Fort Washington, United States

Employment type

Full time

Workplace

Not provided

Payroll Manager

Fort Washington, United States

Job description

About the role

Avo Photonics is a contract engineering services company that designs, develops and manufactures custom opto-electronic products for a large customer base. Its products serve markets including environmental, medical, military, industrial, aerospace and communications. Avo Photonics seeks a diligent and dedicated Payroll Manager to support its success and reputation through world-class customer service.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee payroll operations, ensuring accurate and timely processing and compliance with laws, regulations and company policies.
  • Lead and mentor payroll staff, fostering excellence and continuous improvement.
  • Develop, document and implement payroll policies and procedures.
  • Administer and maintain payroll systems, ensure data integrity, and lead system upgrades and enhancements as required.
  • Protect the confidentiality of payroll information, including pay rates and personal information, in accordance with company policy and data privacy regulations.
  • Collaborate with HR, finance and other departments to gather and validate information about new hires, terminations, promotions and salary changes.
  • Assist with internal and external audits, meeting deadlines and audit requirements.
  • Address employee payroll inquiries and concerns with exceptional customer service and support.
  • Stay updated on payroll regulations.

Requirements

  • Extensive experience with various payroll systems; Workday experience is preferred, but a strong background in similar systems will be considered.
  • Ability to plan your own work schedule, keep multiple records, work independently, maintain a professional presence and take ownership of projects.

Key facts

  • Workday experience is preferred; a strong background in similar payroll systems will be considered.
  • The role involves overseeing accurate and timely payroll processing and compliance.
  • The Payroll Manager will lead and mentor payroll staff.

Frequently asked questions

  • What does the Payroll Manager do?

    The role oversees payroll operations, systems, procedures and audits, and addresses employee payroll inquiries and concerns.

  • What payroll system experience is preferred?

    Workday experience is preferred, but a strong background in other similar systems will be considered.

  • What qualities should the successful candidate have?

    The candidate must plan their own work schedule, keep multiple records, be self-motivated, maintain a professional presence and take ownership of projects.

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