Payroll Manager

Datasite

. Lead accurate, timely, and compliant payroll operations for 1,000+ employees across the U.S., Canada, Costa Rica, and Brazil .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeRemote • Minnesota • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $99,000 - $172,700 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in managing payroll operations for a large, diverse workforce across multiple countries, ensuring compliance with payroll tax regulations and leading process improvements. Proficient in payroll accounting, vendor management, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance payroll efficiency and accuracy.

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Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)Global Payroll Operations ManagementPayroll Tax ComplianceWorkday and CloudPay ProficiencyPayroll Accounting and Reconciliations

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Hard Skills

Payroll AccountingPayroll TaxationReconciliationsPayroll ProcessingData AnalysisPayroll ReportingSystem UpgradesHCM PlatformsMicrosoft ExcelPayroll Compliance

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsAttention to DetailTime ManagementProblem-Solving Skills

Tools & Technologies

WorkdayCloudPayPayroll SystemsHCM Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)

Industry Keywords

Multi-State PayrollInternational Payroll OperationsPayroll ControlsPayroll AuditsExpatriate Payroll

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead accurate, timely, and compliant payroll operations for 1,000+ employees across the U.S., Canada, Costa Rica, and Brazil
Lead and develop a payroll team of two, establishing priorities, reviewing work, ensuring coverage, and supporting employee development
Oversee global payroll delivery across the U.S., Canada, Brazil, and Costa Rica
Maintain payroll controls, review procedures, approvals, reconciliations, and supporting documentation
Ensure payroll tax compliance, including quarterly and annual filings, year-end reporting, reconciliations, and coordination with external payroll and tax providers
Partner with Accounting on payroll-related general ledger reconciliations, month-end close activities, accruals, and documentation
Coordinate payroll funding with Treasury, including wages, taxes, garnishments, retirement contributions, and other payments
Manage payroll vendors and escalations, including service delivery, issue resolution, compliance matters, and operational performance
Partner with HR, Legal, and stakeholders to assess payroll implications of regulatory and business changes
Lead payroll process improvement and implement scalable solutions
Evaluate, test, and implement payroll-related system upgrades, configurations, and business-process improvements with HCM business analysts
Establish and communicate payroll calendars, policies, procedures, and deadlines
Support payroll-related audits, including the annual 401(k) audit, and provide payroll reporting and analysis

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of progressively responsible payroll experience, including multi-state U.S. payroll and international payroll operations
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or human resources (or related field)
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification required
Demonstrated experience leading payroll professionals, including experience managing global and/or remote team members
Strong knowledge of payroll accounting, payroll taxation, reconciliations, controls, and compliance requirements
Experience supporting international payroll operations and working across borders and time zones
Experience troubleshooting payroll processing issues and analyzing payroll reports and data
Experience with Workday and CloudPay, or comparable HCM and global payroll platforms
Knowledge of payroll processing and accounting for expatriate employees preferred
Intermediate or greater proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Proficient computer, organizational, analytical, research, and problem-solving skills
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, including during periods of ambiguity and change
Solid time-management skills and ability to prioritize assignments in a dynamic work environment
Desire to investigate underlying issues, identify root causes, and drive work to resolution
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to lead effectively in a team environment and collaborate across functions, borders, and time zones
High regard for confidential information and excellent professional judgment
Continuous-improvement mindset, flexibility, and willingness to learn and adapt

Benefits

Comp & perks

Benefits include health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
Retirement savings plan
Paid time off
May be eligible for bonuses, commissions, or overtime if applicable