Head of Payroll (North America)

Job summary

The Head of Payroll is responsible for managing accurate and timely payroll transactions for US and Canada, including taxes, benefits, and deductions. They will oversee vendor relationships, ensure regulatory compliance, and collaborate with HR and finance teams to maintain efficient payroll operations.

Job details

Company Description LGC is a leading, global life science tools company, providing mission-critical components and solutions into high-growth application areas across the human healthcare and applied market segments. Its high-quality product portfolio is comprised of mission-critical tools for genomic analysis and for quality assurance applications, which are typically embedded and recurring within our customers’ products and workflows and are valued for their performance, quality, and range. Job Description We're seeking a highly skilled Payroll leader to take charge of our US and Canada payrolls. Your primary responsibility will be to ensure accurate and timely payment of payroll, ensuring that payroll is reconciled with general ledger entries and collaborating with our Tax team to ensure appropriate settlement of Federal and Local taxes. You will have strong experience of partnering with an outsourced payroll vendor, an detailed working knowledge of US benefits to the extent our US benefits programme interacts with payroll. We are looking for an individual who is analytical, methodical, and experienced in payroll administration. A deep understanding of payroll regulations is crucial. Additionally, we value qualities such as integrity, team spirit, and strong organizational skills. Your ultimate goal will be to maintain compliance, streamline payroll procedures for efficiency, and stay updated with current regulations and best practices. As our Head of Payroll, you will play a vital role in safeguarding the financial well-being of our organization and ensuring our employees are paid accurately and on time. Join our team and contribute to the smooth and effective operation of our payroll functions. Responsibilities Manage payroll account transactions (e.g. salaries, benefits, garnishments, deductions, taxes and third party payments) Coordinate timekeeping and payroll systems Oversee processing of payroll changes (e.g. new hires, terminations, raises) and system upgrades Ensure compliance with relevant laws and internal policies Oversee our payroll vendor relationship Liaise with auditors and manage payroll tax audits Collaborate with Human Resources (HR) and finance accounting teams Maintain accurate records and prepare reports Resolve issues and answer payroll-related questions Qualifications Proven experience as a payroll manager or similar role Current knowledge of payroll procedures and related laws Excellent understanding of multi-location payroll and taxes Familiarity with payroll software/ HRIS (e.g. SAP, ADP, Kronos) and MS Office (especially Excel) A keen eye for detail An analytical mind and good math skills Outstanding communication skills (written and oral) Organizational and leadership skills BSc/BA in Business Administration, Accounting, Human Resources or related field; professional certification (e.g. CPP, CPM) is a plus Additional Information OUR VALUES PASSION CURIOSITY INTEGRITY BRILLIANCE RESPECT EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES LGC strongly believes that every job applicant and employee should be valued for their individual talents regardless of age, disability, race, color, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion, or belief. Short listing, interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender, sexual orientation, marital status, color, race, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, age, or trade union membership. For more information about LGC, please visit our website www.lgcgroup.com #scienceforasaferworld Department: Human Resources Compensation: CAD 110000 - CAD 135000 - yearly

What you’ll do

The Head of Payroll is responsible for managing accurate and timely payroll transactions for US and Canada, including taxes, benefits, and deductions. They will oversee vendor relationships, ensure regulatory compliance, and collaborate with HR and finance teams to maintain efficient payroll operations.

Requirements

Candidates must have proven experience as a payroll manager with a deep understanding of multi-location payroll regulations and tax compliance. A bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required, and professional certifications such as CPP or CPM are considered a plus.

Listed skills

• Communication Skills · Preferred
• Leadership · Preferred
• SAP · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Payroll management
• Payroll regulations
• Tax compliance
• General ledger reconciliation
• Vendor management
• US benefits administration
• Timekeeping systems
• Analytical skills
• Data reporting
• Communication skills
• Leadership
• Organizational skills
• SAP
• ADP
• Kronos
• Microsoft Excel
• Report Writing
• Payroll Regulations
• Payroll Tax
• Payroll Systems
• Workflow Management
• Organizational Skills
• Curiosity
• UKG (Ultimate Kronos Group)
• Accounting
• Auditing
• Business Administration
• Communication
• Human Resources Information System (HRIS)
• Finance
• Settlement
• General Ledger
• Mathematics
• Project Portfolio Management
• Quality Assurance
• SAP Applications
• Vendor Relationship Management
• Payroll Administration

Job areas

• Human Resources
• Finance & Accounting
• Management & Leadership
• Vice President of North American Operations
• Payroll Manager
• Payroll Clerks
• First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers