Manager, Payroll (North America)
EXALTA Group, Kenosha, WI, United States
Location: Hybrid | Preferred commuting distance to one of our sites in Naples, FL • Kenosha, WI • Bethlehem, PA • Marquette, MI • Athens, GA|Reports to: Corporate Controller
About the Role
We are seeking a Manager, Payroll (North America) to lead payroll operations across a multi-site manufacturing environment with ~800 employees (and growing). Reporting directly to the Corporate Controller, this Finance-led role is responsible for delivering accurate, compliant, and well-controlled payroll while partnering closely with HR. This is a hands-on leadership role in a lean environment. You will not only execute on payroll but take the lead on building smooth, efficient, compliant payroll processes. You will initially operate as a team of one, working closely with HR team members to execute payroll, while building the foundation for a scalable payroll function. Key Responsibilities
Payroll Ownership & Execution
Own end-to-end payroll processing across multiple plant and facility locations in North America Manage payroll for a complex, hourly and salaried workforce including shift differentials, overtime, and weekend pay rules that vary by site and jurisdiction Ensure payroll is accurate, timely, and compliant across a complex, multi-site workforce Manage payroll cycles, reporting, and issue resolution Oversee time & attendance system integration (ADP Workforce Now) to ensure accurate data flow into payroll processing Establish and maintain strong payroll controls Partner with Finance on payroll accounting, GL reconciliation, and accruals Support internal and external audits; ensure audit readiness Stay current on payroll regulations and compliance requirements Cross-Functional Partnership
Partner closely with HR and Finance teams Ensure data accuracy across HRIS and payroll systems Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll-related matters across all sites Process Improvement & Scale
Identify and implement process improvements and automation Standardize documentation and workflows across locations Help define and build the future payroll structure, including hiring Qualifications
Required
6–10 years of payroll experience, including experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment Deep knowledge of U.S. payroll compliance; Canada experience a plus Hands-on experience with ADP payroll systems required Experience managing payroll for hourly, shift-based workforces Experience with payroll accounting, reconciliations, month-end close, and audits Comfortable operating in a lean, hands-on environment across multiple sites Preferred
Experience in a Finance-led payroll function CPP certification Experience building or scaling payroll operations What We’re Looking For
Hands-on leader who can operate independently across a multi-site environment Strong controls and compliance mindset Ability to balance execution and process improvement Excellent cross-functional partner (Finance + HR) Comfortable being a team of one, initially Why Join EXALTA
Opportunity to own and shape payroll in a growing, multi-site organization High-impact role with visibility across Finance and HR leadership Build the foundation for a scalable payroll function
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We are seeking a Manager, Payroll (North America) to lead payroll operations across a multi-site manufacturing environment with ~800 employees (and growing). Reporting directly to the Corporate Controller, this Finance-led role is responsible for delivering accurate, compliant, and well-controlled payroll while partnering closely with HR. This is a hands-on leadership role in a lean environment. You will not only execute on payroll but take the lead on building smooth, efficient, compliant payroll processes. You will initially operate as a team of one, working closely with HR team members to execute payroll, while building the foundation for a scalable payroll function. Key Responsibilities
Payroll Ownership & Execution
Own end-to-end payroll processing across multiple plant and facility locations in North America Manage payroll for a complex, hourly and salaried workforce including shift differentials, overtime, and weekend pay rules that vary by site and jurisdiction Ensure payroll is accurate, timely, and compliant across a complex, multi-site workforce Manage payroll cycles, reporting, and issue resolution Oversee time & attendance system integration (ADP Workforce Now) to ensure accurate data flow into payroll processing Establish and maintain strong payroll controls Partner with Finance on payroll accounting, GL reconciliation, and accruals Support internal and external audits; ensure audit readiness Stay current on payroll regulations and compliance requirements Cross-Functional Partnership
Partner closely with HR and Finance teams Ensure data accuracy across HRIS and payroll systems Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll-related matters across all sites Process Improvement & Scale
Identify and implement process improvements and automation Standardize documentation and workflows across locations Help define and build the future payroll structure, including hiring Qualifications
Required
6–10 years of payroll experience, including experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment Deep knowledge of U.S. payroll compliance; Canada experience a plus Hands-on experience with ADP payroll systems required Experience managing payroll for hourly, shift-based workforces Experience with payroll accounting, reconciliations, month-end close, and audits Comfortable operating in a lean, hands-on environment across multiple sites Preferred
Experience in a Finance-led payroll function CPP certification Experience building or scaling payroll operations What We’re Looking For
Hands-on leader who can operate independently across a multi-site environment Strong controls and compliance mindset Ability to balance execution and process improvement Excellent cross-functional partner (Finance + HR) Comfortable being a team of one, initially Why Join EXALTA
Opportunity to own and shape payroll in a growing, multi-site organization High-impact role with visibility across Finance and HR leadership Build the foundation for a scalable payroll function
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