Payroll Manager – Compliance, Global Industrial

Softcard (acquired by Google)

. Manage overall payroll compliance functions for a large multi-state and multi-country shared services payroll department .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeBirmingham • Alabama • United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in payroll compliance management, including oversight of payroll processes, financial compliance, and vendor management. Proficient in Workday and skilled in process improvement to enhance efficiency and accuracy in payroll operations.

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Payroll Compliance ManagementWorkday ProficiencyVendor ManagementProcess ImprovementFinancial Compliance

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Hard Skills

Payroll ProcessesTax ReconciliationPayroll ReportingAccounting PrinciplesFinancial Compliance RegulationsPayroll Error ResolutionData Integrity ManagementProject ManagementAnalytical SkillsProcess Documentation

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsAbility to Influence OthersDetail-OrientedAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

WorkdayADPExcelWordPowerPoint

Industry Keywords

Multi-State PayrollShared Services EnvironmentSOX ComplianceInternal ControlsPayroll Audits

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage overall payroll compliance functions for a large multi-state and multi-country shared services payroll department
Oversee payroll preparation and processing for a large employee base
Ensure adherence to corporate payroll strategy and objectives
Organize and oversee payroll compliance planning, execution, and related services
Manage relationships with payroll providers and other outsourcers
Collaborate with Finance, Benefits, HR, IT, and other departments
Navigate the payroll compliance team through unexpected circumstances and instability
Implement strategic process improvements to improve quality, efficiency, and effectiveness while reducing fraud and errors
Direct and evaluate payroll team activities involving tax reconciliation and payment, payroll control records, and year-end employee statements
Oversee and approve payroll general ledger integration and related activity
Review system testing and provide final sign-off on configuration and integration updates affecting payroll compliance
Maintain payroll standard operating procedures and oversee adherence to policies, procedures, and internal controls
Measure individual and team performance against operational metrics, SLAs, project timelines, training documentation, attendance records, role knowledge, and development goals
Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, external laws, and regulatory guidance such as SOX
Oversee payroll-related accounting journal entries and reconciliations
Serve as payroll contact for internal, external, and government audits
Maintain data integrity and confidentiality in Workday according to privacy and security policies

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required; degree in accounting, finance or related business preferred
Experience in payroll for a large multi-state company as a manager or other leadership role
Eight or more years of experience in Payroll, Accounting, Business, Finance, Labor Relations, Process Improvement or related field
Proficient understanding of payroll processes, controls, financial compliance, and regulations
Experience managing third party vendors, preferably in a shared services environment
Experience with payroll applications and service providers (e.g. ADP) is preferred
Proficient in Workday, with a strong understanding of capabilities and functionality
Knowledge of Workday reporting tools to generate payroll reports and analyze data for auditing and/or compliance purposes
Skilled in troubleshooting and resolving payroll-related issues in Workday, such as payroll errors, tax discrepancies, and wage garnishments
Stay up-to-date with the latest Workday releases and updates, continuously expanding knowledge and skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work under pressure, multi-task, and meet deadlines
Ability to influence others, identify problems, and recommend a course of action
Experience in improving payroll processes to maximize efficiency and deliver quality services
Ability to process complex information and quickly identify innovative solutions
Comfortable handling ambiguity and fluid situations
Experience providing independent technical guidance and counsel to key stakeholders
Eye for detail and confidence to challenge and ask questions
Logical, structured, and process-oriented thinking
Ability to document, plan, and execute programs
Established project management skills
Demonstrated judgment in making decisions and handling complex tasks or problems
Ability to assess information quality and ask pertinent stakeholder questions
Ability to offer new solutions and provide recommendations
Detail- and numerically oriented with analytical and problem-solving skills
Knowledge of accounting principles and finance concepts
Strong oral and written communication skills
Articulate, adaptable, with excellent interpersonal and cross-cultural skills
Ability to influence, advise, and guide others
Ability to transfer knowledge and develop others through coaching and mentoring
Ability to work independently by leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others within a defined budget
Proficiency with Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; adaptability to systems, tools, and processes

Benefits

Comp & perks

Options for healthcare coverage
401(k)
Tuition reimbursement
Vacation pay
Sick pay
Holiday pay