Manager, Payroll

Job Summary The Manager, Payroll manages and develops payroll processing team members including assignment of routine tasks, supervision of projects and review of compliance. Supervise processing and delivery for North American payroll groups. Develop and implement payroll procedures to ensure timely processing of payroll and all financial obligations related to the payroll process. File payroll related tax paperwork and answer requests for information from state and federal agencies.

Work with Internal audit, HRIS, Accounting and other internal shareholders to maintain compliance and complete data flow between groups. Essential Job Functions * Manage payroll, timecard, and audit rotation for payroll team Regularly audit payroll files for completeness and compliance Work closely with internal audit to setup, test and maintain internal controls Meet regularly with accounting to confirm payroll outputs meet requirements and pay runs are properly accounted for Supervise payroll tax compliance, oversee payroll tax filings, registrations, and maintenance Review and approve payroll service contracts and billings Process all tax account inheritance paperwork for acquired companies Ensure compliance with all state/province/territory payroll requirements related to employee rights and employer responsibilities * This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.

Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Employees are expected and encouraged to participate in safety and health program activities including immediately reporting hazards, immediately reporting unsafe work practices and incidents to supervisors, wearing required personal protective equipment, and participating in and supporting safety committee activities.

Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, HR with 8-10 years of experience or 12-15 years’ experience. Competencies – Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Five years of payroll management experience within a progressive HRIS environment. Comprehensive knowledge of all applicable payroll process and procedures. Proven experience processing Canadian and US payrolls. Experience with Dayforce or Ceridian payroll/HRIS ideal.

Knowledge of Microsoft office suite and Windows with strong excel skills. Strong organizational skills and demonstrated attention to detail. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and vendors. Strong math skills – able to understand and accurately present numbers. Able to lead and motivate employees by guiding, training, and offering counseling.

Strong personal integrity due to exposure to a wide array of personal information. Operational Equipment N/A Work Environment and Physical Demands Work Environment Office: Office setting. Seldom exposed to fumes or airborne particles. Loud working environment of the shop area. Functional vision and hearing required. Physical Demands Office: Sedentary.