Sr. Payroll and HRIS Manager - MPG II, LLC : Job Details

ABOUT MPG

Market Performance Group (MPG) is a leading end-to-end, strategy & services omnichannel commerce agency focused on creating the best PATH FORWARD — from market strategy to in-market reality — for today's fastest-growing consumer packaged goods (CPG) manufacturers. Over the years, we've built a strong reputation as a trusted partner and valuable resource to a broad range of companies, from Fortune 500 to Private Equity, in categories that include health & wellness, food & beverage, home and hardlines. We revel in the opportunity to guide our clients on their path forward, building and activating strategies that ensure success. Everything we do is driven by our unrelenting commitment to leverage our deep operational experience, unparalleled omnichannel expertise, and industry relationships to drive performance in today's dynamic omnichannel marketplace.

At MPG, we value our people and their contributions; they are critical to building the MPG Brand. Our leadership team has significant experience driving topline revenue and bottom-line profit, having held senior operating roles at leading CPG manufacturers and retailers. Our highly regarded, seasoned team of 400+ strategy and commercialization professionals brings strong operational experience and a collaborative approach. All team members are singularly focused on providing clients with pragmatic, real-world market approaches, built on the strong consumer, category and marketplace insights needed to create sustainable, profitable brand growth.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Senior Payroll & HRIS Manager will oversee the end-to-end payroll operations and ensure the integrity, optimization, and accuracy of the organization's UKG HRIS system. In this role, you will oversee payroll processing, compliance, reporting, and will play a key role in maintaining and enhancing the HRIS platform to improve People Operations efficiency and data integrity. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline HR processes and support organizational growth in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Payroll Management

• Payroll Processing & Oversight: Lead and manage the payroll function for 600+ employees across multiple states, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness in payroll operations.
• Compliance & Reporting: Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations and company policies. Manage payroll audits, year-end reporting, and tax documentation.
• Issue Resolution: Act as the primary escalation point for payroll inquiries, providing exceptional support to employees for any payroll-related questions or issues.
• Policy Development: Develop and enforce payroll policies and procedures aligned with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.

HRIS Management

• System Administration: Oversee the day-to-day operation of the HRIS, ensuring system functionality aligns with business processes. Lead regular system updates, data audits, and maintenance.
• Data Integrity & Reporting: Ensure accuracy and integrity of all HR data within the system, developing and refining reporting capabilities for People Operations metrics, payroll reporting, and compliance audits.
• System Optimization: Collaborate with the People Operations, Finance, and IT teams to drive enhancements, integrations, and automation within the HRIS to streamline workflows and improve data accessibility.
• Training & Support: Train HR team members and employees on HRIS functionality and self-service capabilities, providing ongoing support and troubleshooting as needed.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Team Leadership: Manage and mentor payroll and HRIS team members, providing guidance on best practices, compliance, and technical skills.
• Cross-functional Partnerships: Work closely with People Operations, Finance, IT, and other departments to align payroll and HRIS initiatives with organizational goals and compliance needs.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, HR, Information Systems, or a related field; CPP and/or SHRM-SCP/CP certification preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 5-7 years in payroll and HRIS management, with hands-on experience in multi-state payroll and complex HRIS administration.
• Technical Skills: Expertise in UKG payroll and HRIS system. Strong proficiency in Excel and experience with HRIS reporting and integrations.
• Knowledge: In-depth understanding of payroll regulations, state tax setup, HRIS best practices, data integrity, and compliance standards.
• Soft Skills: Excellent problem-solving skills, strong analytical mindset, and the ability to effectively communicate complex data insights. Demonstrated leadership and team collaboration abilities

BENEFITS

We offer a generous package of health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, STD/LTD, paid maternity/paternity leave and life insurance. Our compensation program provides market industry base salary, bonuses, and 401K. In addition to paid holidays, we reward an employee's extra efforts through unlimited paid time off.

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

MPG provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

We are committed to ensuring that Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEI&B) are at the foundation of our culture. Through DEI&B, we embrace the beauty in all of the unique qualities of our employees, communities and clients. MPG's DEI&B efforts empower us to collectively reach our full potential. by fueling innovation, connection, and growth. We recognize the value of having a diverse and engaged team. We are an organization driven by PEOPLE. Our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging was born from our core values. We believe that by leveraging the unique perspectives and experiences of our employees, MPG can unlock more comprehensive, innovative, and long-standing results for both our client and retailer partners. As our journey continues to evolve, we have made intentional commitments to further champion DEI&B. The foundation of our pledge starts with our promise to each other, our clients, and the community.

VACCINATION STATUS

MPG does not require candidates to be vaccinated when hired, with the following exception:

If the client for whom the role is being filled requires all candidates to be vaccinated, MPG will require those candidates to be vaccinated. In these cases, candidates will be required to show proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 before commencing employment. Reasonable accommodations will be considered on a case-by-case basis for exemptions to this requirement in accordance with applicable law.