PepperPointe is looking for individuals who are excited by, and thrive in, an environment of impactful change. Our team spirit is evident every day, and we let our passions and creativity foster innovation. We take big swings, set ambitious goals, and challenge each other.

If you are determined, solutions-oriented, collaborative, and committed to excellence, then we would love to have you join our organization as we work to make a positive impact in the communities we serve.

The Payroll Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of payroll processing across multiple locations. This role ensures accurate and timely payroll execution, compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and alignment with company policies. The Payroll Manager will lead the payroll team, manage payroll systems, and collaborate cross-functionally with HR, Finance, and Operations to ensure seamless payroll processes.

• Payroll Processing & Compliance

- Manage end-to-end payroll processing for employees on a bi-weekly schedule and doctors on a monthly schedule.

- Ensure payroll is accurate, timely, and compliant with applicable laws (federal, state, local, and multi-state if applicable).

- Oversee wage and hour compliance, including overtime, garnishments, and benefits deductions.

- Prepare and file all payroll-related tax reports, W-2s, 1099s, and year-end filings and complete audits.

- Partner with HR to ensure payroll data aligns with employee records, benefit elections, and timekeeping systems.

• Systems & Process Management

- Administer payroll software/system (e.g., ADP, Paycom, UKG, Ceridian, or similar).

- Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes through automation and system enhancements.

- Maintain payroll system data integrity, security, and controls

• Leadership & Team Development

- Supervise, train, and mentor payroll staff to ensure accuracy and professional growth.

- Develop team performance metrics and ensure high levels of service delivery.

- Collaborate with HR and Finance leadership on strategic initiatives impacting payroll.

• Financial & Reporting

- Reconcile payroll accounts and ensure accurate GL postings in collaboration with Finance.

- Prepare payroll reports for leadership, including accruals, overtime trends, and compliance audits.

- Partner with Finance on budgeting, forecasting, and cost analysis related to payroll and labor expenses.

• Employee Support

- Serve as the subject matter expert and primary escalation point for payroll-related inquiries.

- Ensure excellent employee experience by addressing payroll questions with clarity and timeliness.

- Maintain confidentiality and data security at all times.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or related field required.
• 5-7 years of payroll experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role managing payroll for 500+ employees required.
• Strong knowledge of multi-state payroll, wage and hour laws, and payroll tax compliance.
• Experience with payroll/HRIS systems (ADP, UKG, Paycom, or equivalent).
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to analyze payroll data, identify variances, and resolve discrepancies.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments.
• High degree of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.

We’d Love It If You Also Have

• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)
• Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC)

What We’ll Offer In Return

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• 401K with company match
• A company culture of promotions from within, with a start-up atmosphere allowing for varied and rapid career development

About PepperPointe Partnerships

PepperPointe Partnerships is a dental service organization (DSO) with an innovative approach to proactively address the challenges and industry changes practitioners face, create efficiencies at the practice level and provide support with non-clinical tasks, allowing practitioners to focus on providing excellent patient care. PepperPointe seeks to redefine what it means to be a DSO by fully leveraging the strengths and culture of doctor-owned dental practices, and a growth strategy for greater synergy and protection among all dental practitioners. Through the PepperPointe platform, we offer maintained doctor ownership, a collaborative network of doctors, and help clinical teams achieve the greatest success in providing excellent patient care. PepperPointe offers doctors an optimal exit and entry strategy, with partnership opportunities for every career stage, to help preserve and extend the practice legacy, and do so on their terms.

PepperPointe is an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our applicants. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. All qualified applicants, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.

This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, and duties.