US and Canada Payroll Manager

Job Summary

Owning the end-to-end US and Canada payroll processes, the full-time US and Canada Payroll Manager will manage payroll cycles in Workday, ensure compliance across jurisdictions, and lead the transition of US payroll processing in-house while working remotely.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee all US and Canada payroll cycles, including calculations, audits, and troubleshooting in Workday
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations and manage year-end reporting
• Lead the transition of US payroll processing from managed services to in-house, including documentation and knowledge transfer

Required qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive US payroll experience, including multistate payroll ownership
• Hands-on experience with payroll processing in Workday, including audits and reconciliations
• Strong knowledge of payroll tax regulations and year-end reporting
• Advanced Excel skills for managing large datasets and complex reconciliations
• Experience managing outsourced payroll providers and setting clear expectations