Manager, North America Payroll
Core
Lead regional and international payroll operations for a decentralized global team, ensuring accurate and timely processing while managing compliance and vendor relationships.
Role type
Senior IC Payroll Manager
Builds
Global payroll operations for US, Canada, Mexico, and Costa Rica
Domain
Human Resources / Payroll / Finance
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Global payroll operations management, ERP payroll processing, decentralized team leadership, labor law and tax regulation compliance, SOX controls, vendor management, process optimization, data analysis
Preferred skills
Workday Payroll product expertise, Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC), managed payroll models in LATAM, cross-functional project leadership
Technologies
Workday Payroll, ERP systems, Excel, Microsoft Office tools
Responsibilities
Mentor direct reports and develop shared vision across a decentralized global team; oversee global payroll operations including in-house processing for US/Canada and third-party coordination for Mexico/Costa Rica; ensure compliance with local labor laws and tax regulations across multiple countries; maintain confidential employee data; collaborate with HR, Finance, and peers to resolve payroll inquiries; partner with Workday teams to implement process improvements and new system functionality; utilize automation tools to streamline processes and improve efficiency; own SOX controls, conduct internal audits, and ensure proper accounting for payroll expenses; provide training and support to payroll staff; identify opportunities to optimize processes and monitor key performance metrics; oversee internal and cross-functional projects and maintain roadmap commitments; create and maintain visibility to operational and project status for leadership.
Seniority
Manager, hands-on IC
