Southern Orthodontic Partners - Payroll Manager at Southern Orthodontic Partners

Southern Orthodontic Partners (SOP) is a fast-paced, entrepreneurial organization offering a premier network of orthodontic care. We empower our partner practices with business management expertise so orthodontic professionals can focus on what they do best—providing exceptional patient care. Our mission is to positively impact the orthodontic profession through clinical and service excellence alongside the country’s leading doctors.

We’re looking for a Payroll Manager who is energized by accuracy, thrives under pressure, and enjoys building strong relationships across HR, Finance, and operations. This role oversees payroll for 1,200+ team members across multiple states and ensures that every paycheck is accurate, on time, and compliant—every single time.

Why Join SOP?

• Be part of a growing, innovative organization that values curiosity, collaboration, and execution.
• Make a direct impact by ensuring payroll systems and processes run seamlessly across our multi-state network.
• Collaborate with high-performing HR and Finance teams to continuously improve operations.
• Work in a culture that values relationships, passion, and fun while holding a high bar for excellence.

What You’ll Do

• Lead end-to-end processing of regular and off-cycle payrolls for multiple states and FEINs.
• Partner with vendors and internal stakeholders to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
• Administer the company’s 401(k) plan, manage garnishments, and oversee tax registrations in new jurisdictions.
• Audit payroll data, maintain accurate records, and deliver reports that help leaders make informed decisions.
• Support internal and external audits with accurate documentation.
• Act as the go-to expert for payroll inquiries, providing timely, professional, and solutions-focused responses.
• Partner with HR on employee lifecycle changes and train managers on timekeeping and payroll processes.
• Identify and drive process improvements, leveraging technology and vendor relationships to streamline payroll operations.

 What You’ll Bring

• 5+ years of HR/Payroll experience with strong knowledge of payroll compliance, FLSA, and multi-state regulations.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong data storytelling skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage complexity under tight deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills—able to build trust, maintain confidentiality, and communicate clearly with all levels.
• Proven ability to lead projects, solve problems independently, and continuously improve processes.
• Flexibility to adapt in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Who You Are

• Precise and detail-oriented, but also collaborative and approachable.
• A self-starter who thrives when balancing deadlines with accuracy.
• Passionate about continuous improvement and curious about better ways of doing things.
• Relationship-focused and committed to creating a positive experience for every team member.

Southern Orthodontic Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).