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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in payroll operations, including U.S. and Canadian payroll processing, compliance with payroll regulations, and leading payroll transformation initiatives. Proven ability to develop strategies, establish KPIs, and foster high-performing teams while ensuring operational excellence.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Payroll Operations LeadershipU.S. Multi-State Payroll ExperiencePayroll Tax ComplianceWorkday Payroll System ProficiencyAdvanced Excel Skills
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Hard Skills
Payroll ProcessingPayroll Tax ReportingKPI MonitoringPayroll TransformationOperational Metrics EvaluationCompliance ManagementAudit ManagementData AnalysisProcess OptimizationAutomation Implementation
Soft Skills
Stakeholder ManagementProblem-SolvingOrganizational SkillsMentoringAccountability
Tools & Technologies
WorkdayADPSAPDayforceOracle
Industry Keywords
Payroll RegulationsInternal Control FrameworkService ExcellenceContinuous ImprovementPayroll Operations Strategy
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesOracle
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Develop and execute a long-term vision and strategy for payroll operations
- Lead payroll transformation initiatives focused on optimization, automation, and scalability
- Establish and monitor KPIs and operational metrics
- Evaluate emerging technologies and industry best practices
- Oversee U.S. and Canadian payroll processing
- Ensure payroll accuracy, compliance, and timeliness
- Partner with HRIS, Time & Attendance, Benefits, and Finance teams
- Drive operational consistency and service excellence
- Ensure compliance with payroll regulations and tax laws
- Maintain a strong internal control framework
- Oversee payroll tax reporting, audits, and reconciliations
- Lead, mentor, and develop high-performing payroll teams
- Foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 10+ years of progressive payroll leadership experience
- 5+ years leading managers and large payroll organizations
- Experience leading U.S. multi-state and Canadian payroll operations
- Deep knowledge of payroll tax regulations and compliance
- Experience with Workday, ADP, SAP, Dayforce, Oracle, or similar payroll systems
- Advanced Excel and analytical skills
- Proven success leading payroll transformation initiatives
- Strong executive presence and stakeholder management skills
- Exceptional problem-solving and organizational skills
Benefits
Comp & perks- Competitive compensation package
- Annual bonus opportunities
- Health insurance
- Retirement plans
- Paid time off