Payroll Manager

If you're a seasoned payroll professional who thrives on building high-performing teams, navigating complex compliance challenges, and creating exceptional client experiences, AllianceHCM wants to meet you. We're looking for a Payroll Manager in The Woodlands, Texas, to help lead one of the fastest-growing HCM organizations in the nation.

This is more than a management role. It's an opportunity to leave your mark on a thriving organization that's redefining what's possible in payroll and human capital management. Take the next step in your career and apply today!

 

WHAT WE PROVIDE

• Competitive pay
• 100% paid health, vision, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Personal and professional development opportunities
• Opportunity to help build and shape a great payroll team
• Entrepreneurial and growth-driven culture
• Direct exposure to company leadership
• Participation in high-impact client projects
• Team-focused environment where your work directly influences client success

 

QUALIFICATIONS

• CPP Certification
• Bachelor's degree
• 7+ years of payroll experience
• 5+ years of leadership experience managing payroll or client service teams
• Strong expertise in multi-state payroll, payroll taxation, and regulatory compliance

Experience in HCM, PEO, or high-growth SaaS environments is highly preferred. A bachelor's degree in a business-related field is preferred. We're looking for a confident and experienced payroll leader who can mentor teams, strengthen compliance processes, build client trust, and support the continued growth of our organization.

 

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A PAYROLL MANAGER

As our Payroll Manager, you'll serve as both a leader and strategic partner, guiding payroll professionals and service leaders while fostering a culture of accountability, development, and excellence. Throughout your day, you'll collaborate with team members to solve challenges, establish performance expectations, support professional growth, and ensure payroll operations continue to exceed expectations. You'll oversee compliance with federal and state payroll regulations, including FLSA, multi-state requirements, and payroll tax obligations, while continuously evaluating opportunities for automation, process enhancements, and system improvements. You'll also act as a senior escalation resource for complex client matters, using your expertise to advise organizations on payroll operations, risk management strategies, and industry best practices while ensuring exceptional client experiences remain at the center of everything we do.

 

OUR STORY: ALLIANCEHCM

At Alliance, we're on a mission to be the largest independent human capital management (HCM) company in the U.S.! We empower small to mid-sized businesses with our innovative, cloud-based technology and unique single-database platform for managing payroll, HR, benefits, onboarding, and more. As the second-largest privately held payroll provider in the nation, we're dedicated to delivering top-notch HCM solutions. When you join our dynamic team, you'll find more than just a job; you'll be part of a supportive community that celebrates your success and inspires you to reach new heights. Let's grow together and make a lasting impact!

 

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN US?

Join AllianceHCM and play a key role in shaping the future of payroll operations. Apply today! Our initial application process is quick, easy, and mobile-friendly.