Manager - US Payroll

Role & responsibilities

• Own and manage end-to-end payroll processes across multiple employee populations
• Ensure payroll processing is accurate, timely, and compliant with US federal, state, and local regulations
• Define, standardize, and continuously improve payroll SOPs and workflows
• Drive process optimization, automation, and digitization initiatives
• Ensure strong internal controls, audit readiness, and risk mitigation frameworks
• Monitor payroll metrics, variance analysis, and error trends to drive improvements
• Oversee payroll integrations between Workday and ADP, ensuring data accuracy

• Ensure adherence to US payroll laws and statutory requirements
• Manage internal and external audits with complete documentation
• Identify and mitigate payroll risks proactively

Preferred candidate profile

Experience: 12 - 15 years of experience leading payroll operations, payroll shared services, or enterprise payroll delivery teams.

• Strategic Payroll Expertise: Strong experience in payroll governance frameworks, payroll transformation initiatives, and enterprise payroll operations.
• System Expertise: Advanced experience with enterprise payroll platforms and payroll reporting systems.