Interim Payroll Manager

GHJ

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Los Angeles, California (Hybrid) hybrid Until 8/22/2026 5+ years exp First posted June 19, 2026 Last posted June 19, 2026
Job description
GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJ’s relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand client’s needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential.

We are seeking an Interim Payroll Manager to oversee payroll operations and ensure accurate, timely payroll processing during a temporary engagement. This individual will serve as a key resource for payroll compliance and process management.

 

Responsibilities

  • Manage end-to-end payroll processing
  • Ensure compliance with payroll tax regulations
  • Review payroll reconciliations and reporting
  • Address payroll inquiries and discrepancies
  • Partner with HR and Finance on payroll-related matters
  • Support payroll audits and year-end activities
  • Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree preferred
  • 5+ years of payroll experience
  • Experience managing multi-state payroll
  • Knowledge of payroll tax regulations
  • Experience with payroll systems such as ADP, UKG, Workday, or Paycom
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills
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About this role

Summary

Oversee payroll processes, ensure compliance, and improve payroll systems during temporary engagement

Job title

Interim Payroll Manager

Experience level

5+ years

Minimum experience

5+ years exp

Industry

finance

Location requirements

Hybrid in Los Angeles, California, remote possible

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

payroll systemspayroll tax regulationsanalytical skillsorganizational skills

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

payrolltax regulationsmultistate payroll
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Los Angeles, CA, USA

Hybrid City