Summary
The HRIS & Payroll Manager leads HRIS and payroll operations for US and Canada, ensuring accurate and compliant bi-weekly payroll processing. This role manages payroll reconciliations, supports audits and financial close activities, and partners with cross-functional teams to maintain data integrity and improve payroll processes. The manager will also oversee periodic payroll projects and the administration of commissions and bonuses.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and process bi-weekly payroll for multi-state U.S. and Canada employees, including terminations, garnishments, leaves of absence, taxes, and W-2s/T4s in coordination with ADP.
- Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies by collecting and analyzing payroll data.
- Prepare payroll posting files and support Finance with payroll account reconciliations and financial close reporting.
- Support external audits (401k, workers' compensation, internal) and ensure payroll compliance with legal and procedural changes.
- Conduct periodic HRIS audits to ensure data integrity and implement process improvements to reduce manual entry.
- Partner with benefits, HR business partners, and managers on leave pay, new hire pay entries, transfers, and payroll-related questions.
- Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual calculations and payments of commissions and bonuses according to plan rules.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree.
- Minimum 7+ years of related work experience, including 5+ years of managerial experience.
- Experience with ADP required; SAP and SuccessFactors experience preferred.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel with strong attention to data integrity and accuracy.
- Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Certified Payroll Professional preferred.
