Payroll Operations Manager

Job Summary

Overseeing payroll operations across the U.S. and Canada, the full-time remote Payroll Operations Manager will ensure accurate and timely payroll processing while leading a payroll team, resolving complex issues, and improving processes and controls.

Key responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing, ensuring compliance and accuracy for U.S. and Canadian payroll
• Lead and develop the payroll team, setting clear expectations and managing workloads to meet deadlines
• Identify and implement process improvements and maintain compliance with payroll regulations and internal controls

Required qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required
• 8+ years of progressive payroll experience with strong knowledge of U.S. and Canadian payroll
• Experience managing payroll teams and overseeing complex payroll operations
• Strong understanding of payroll regulations, taxation, and year-end reporting
• Advanced Excel skills for analyzing payroll data and resolving discrepancies