Assistant Payroll Manager - Islandia Corporate at Whitsons Culinary Group

Assistant Payroll Manager – Accuracy, Compliance & Operational Excellence
Precision + Process + People First

Do you thrive on accuracy, love optimizing processes, and enjoy supporting a team that keeps everything running smoothly? At Whitsons Culinary Group, we’re seeking a detail-driven Assistant Payroll Manager to help lead payroll operations for a growing, multi-state organization. This role is essential in ensuring that over 6,000 team members across 18 states are paid correctly and on time—because when payroll runs right, everything else falls into place.

If you’re passionate about payroll accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement, this is your opportunity to make an impact in a dynamic, mission-driven company.

What You’ll Do

As the Assistant Payroll Manager, you’ll partner with the Payroll Manager to deliver seamless payroll operations, maintain compliance with federal and state regulations, and support business expansion through new markets and acquisitions.

• Oversee and process weekly payroll for 6,000+ employees, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.
• Perform daily payroll system tasks, monitor data integrity, and troubleshoot discrepancies proactively.
• Manage garnishments through ADP Full Service and respond to garnishment or subpoena requests.
• Audit and compliance oversight: Run audit reports, monitor payroll accuracy, and ensure adherence to state and federal laws.
• Reporting: Prepare detailed payroll reports for leadership, finance, and HR teams.
• Employee and manager support: Provide responsive assistance and system troubleshooting for payroll inquiries.
• Financial tasks: Perform payroll-related accounting in Great Plains, including journal entries, cash flow updates, and payroll adjustments.
• Project work: Support acquisitions and special payroll projects to improve processes and system efficiency.
• Stay informed on industry trends and regulatory changes to recommend best practices.

What You Bring

We’re looking for a proactive, detail-oriented professional who balances accuracy with efficiency.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience).
• Experience:
• 3+ years of progressive payroll experience, including multi-state payroll (5,000+ employees preferred).
• Hands-on experience with ADP, Etime, and Great Plains (or similar systems).
• Strong understanding of federal, state, and local payroll regulations and compliance requirements.
• Experience with garnishment administration and tax jurisdiction setup.
• Skills:
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office 365.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with impeccable attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of discretion and confidentiality.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Competitive salary with room for growth
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
• Generous paid time off
• 401(k) with company match
• Professional development opportunities
• A chance to make an impact at a company committed to Enhancing Life One Meal at a Time™

About Whitsons

Whitsons Culinary Group is a family-owned, mission-driven company dedicated to Enhancing Life One Meal at a Time™. We believe our people are our greatest asset. As Assistant Payroll Manager, you’ll play a vital role in supporting our growing team while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and operational excellence every step of the way.

Do you want me to make it even more upbeat and people-focused (like the example) or keep it more compliance/accuracy-driven for a technical payroll audience? Or should we blend both for a balanced tone?

Salary starting at 75k