Senior Payroll Manager
Sunrise Senior Living Mgmt • McLean, Virginia • Full Time
Posted on Sat, Aug 8, 2026
Why Join Sunrise Senior Living
At Sunrise Senior Living, we believe meaningful work starts with purpose. Our team members are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of residents every day.
The Senior Manager, Payroll leads Sunrise’s payroll operations across the U.S. and Canada, ensuring accurate, timely and compliant payroll processing. This role partners with HR, Finance and third-party vendors to align payroll strategy with business objectives while maintaining strong internal controls and an exceptional team member experience. What You’ll Do: • Oversee end-to-end payroll processing using Workday Payroll • Ensure compliance with federal, state, provincial tax and wage regulations • Lead payroll audits, reconciliations and reporting to maintain data integrity • Identify and implement process improvements, automation and system enhancements • Manage payroll tax filings, deductions and multi-jurisdiction compliance • Conduct risk assessments and strengthen internal controls • Serve as escalation point for complex payroll matters • Partner cross-functionally on M&A, policy updates and enterprise initiatives • Manage vendor relationships and ensure SLA performance • Provide leadership updates on regulatory and industry changes Senior Payroll Manager – Oversee Payroll Processing, Compliance and Workday Payroll Systems Payroll Manager | Workday Payroll | Payroll Operations | Multi-State Payroll | Canadian Payroll | Payroll CompliancePay Range:
124,000.00 - 155,000.00Ready to take the next step and make a bigger impact than you ever imagined? As part of our team, you will help brighten the future for everyone at Sunrise and beyond. That is why we make it a priority to celebrate the unique ways you bring moments of togetherness and joy to everyone you serve. And when combined with the support, benefits, and growth opportunities we offer, the result is a career that PositivelyShines with everything you need to reach your goals – at work and in your life.
We also offer benefits and other compensation that include:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Plans
Retirement Savings Plans
Employee Assistant Program / Discount Program
Paid time off (PTO), sick time, and holiday pay
myFlexPay offered to get paid within hours of a shift
Tuition Reimbursement
In addition to base compensation, Sunrise may offer discretionary and/or non-discretionary bonuses. The eligibility to receive such a bonus will depend on the employee’s position, plan/program offered by Sunrise at the time, and required performance pursuant to the plan/program.
Some benefits have eligibility requirements
Apply today to learn why Sunrise Senior Living is a certified Great Place to Work®
Equal Opportunity Employer
Sunrise Senior Living is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
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