Human Resource Payroll Manager III - 172374

Overview

The organization is seeking a Human Resource Payroll Manager III to support North American payroll operations. This role will oversee end-to-end payroll processing for employees across the United States and Canada and will be responsible for payroll compliance, tax requirements, team leadership, and continuous process improvement. Strong U.S. and Canadian payroll experience, along with expertise in payroll systems and HRIS integrations, is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end payroll processing for U.S. and Canadian employees, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with federal, state/provincial, and local regulations.
• Manage payroll schedules, reconciliations, reporting cycles, filings, and remittances.
• Partner with HR, Finance, and external payroll vendors to ensure payroll data integrity and seamless system integration.
• Monitor changes to U.S. and Canadian payroll legislation and tax regulations and ensure ongoing compliance.
• Support and lead payroll-related audits, internal controls, and risk mitigation efforts.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing payroll team while promoting accountability, collaboration, and knowledge sharing.
• Identify and implement process improvements, automation, and technology enhancements to improve payroll accuracy and efficiency.
• Monitor payroll KPIs and SLAs and provide reporting and strategic insights to senior leadership.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for payroll-related questions, escalations, and business initiatives.

Requirements

• 5–7+ years of progressive payroll experience, including experience in a leadership or management role.
• Strong experience with both U.S. and Canadian payroll processing and tax compliance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field preferred.
• Strong understanding of payroll systems, HRIS integrations, payroll reporting, and compliance requirements.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and data analysis.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPP or PCP certification.
• Advanced experience with ADP Workforce Now and/or ADP GlobalView.
• Experience with Oracle HCM Cloud, including payroll data management, integrations, and reporting.
• Experience driving payroll process improvements, automation, and operational efficiencies.

Compensation & Benefits

Not provided in the job description.

Location

United States and Canada payroll operations.