Payroll Manager

About the role

The Payroll Manager at Daikin Applied is responsible for managing and overseeing the end-to-end payroll processes for US, Canada, and Expat payrolls. This includes ensuring accurate and timely processing of payroll for all employees while also ensuring compliance with all local, state, provincial, and federal payroll tax laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the processing of weekly and bi-weekly pay groups in Workday for 5,000+ union and non-union employees
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, provincial and federal payroll tax laws and regulations
• Provide oversight to 3rd party vendor for Canada payroll processing, payroll tax filing and garnishment processing as well as providing oversight for Certified Payroll Reporting
• Support SR Payroll Analyst in accurate and timely submission of payroll taxes and quarterly and year-end tax reporting including W-2’s, T-4’s, and RL-1’s
• Lead, manage, coach and develop payroll team members including providing guidance, training and performance management to Payroll Administrators
• Partner with cross-functional teams in the creation of Workday requirements for configuration of payroll, absence, and time-tracking as well as performing testing in Workday for updates to payroll, absence, and time tracking
• Lead process mapping, SOP creation for payroll processes and manage business continuity planning for payroll
• Provide payroll support for M&A activities
• Recommend and support the implementation of enhancements to the payroll system, processes and internal controls to ensure accuracy and manage risk as well as partnering with cross-functional teams to drive process improvements and operational efficiency

Requirements

• 6+ years of payroll experience including experience in processing payroll for unions
• 4+ years of people leadership experience
• Extensive knowledge of payroll systems, processes, and tools (ADP, Workday, etc.)
• Strong understanding of payroll compliance in both the US and Canada, including tax laws, FLSA, deductions, and reporting requirements
• Strong problem-solving, analytical and communication skills
• Able to manage confidential information and demonstrate a high level of integrity
• Strong collaboration skills to work cross-functionally with HR, Benefits, HRIS and Finance
• Solid leadership skills with employee management experience
• Proficient in MS Office Suite, especially Excel

Qualifications

• Minimum of Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Human Resources, or related field
• Preferred certifications such as Certified Payroll Professional or Payroll Compliance Practitioner
• Experience with global payroll management
• Workday experience with payroll, absence and time tracking

Skills

• Strong knowledge of payroll systems and processes
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Ability to manage confidential information and maintain confidentiality

Benefits

• Multiple medical insurance plan options + dental and vision insurance
• 401K retirement plan with employer match
• Paid time off and company paid holidays
• Paid sick time in accordance with the federal, state and local law
• Tuition Reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service

Pay

The target base salary for this position ranges from $120,000 to $128,000, with a potential bonus of up to 10% based on individual performance and company goals. Individual pay rates will vary based on a variety of factors including skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Schedule

On-site at Plymouth, MN