Senior Payroll Manager

Main Purpose of the Role:The Senior Manager of Payroll is responsible for the strategic oversight, governance, and operational excellence of payroll function across the Americas region. This role ensures accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing while driving standardization, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives.The incumbent partners closely with local, region, and global HR, as well as external vendors, to deliver best-in-class payroll services, optimize processes, and ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.On a backup basis, the role directly oversees all activities necessary to process US-based payroll, including maintaining related records, processing involuntary deductions such as levies and garnishments, preparing accounting transaction documents, filing tax reports, documenting and updating procedures, preparing special reports for management, and interacting with vendors to ensure data file and migration integrity. Main Tasks:Develop and execute the regional payroll strategy aligned with global payroll and business objectivesLead payroll transformation initiatives, including system implementations, process optimization, and automationEstablish and maintain scalable payroll processes to support business growth and complexityOversee end-to-end payroll processing across multiple countries, ensuring accuracy and timelinessManage payroll calendars and controlsDrive standard operating procedures and consistency across the regionShare and implement best practices across the regionEnsure compliance with all federal, state, and local payroll regulationsMaintain robust internal controls, audit readiness, and complianceOversee payroll audits and respond to regulatory inquiriesLead the implementation and optimization of payroll systemsEnsure data integrity and seamless integration between payroll & HRIS systemsLeverage technology to improve efficiency, reporting, and employee experienceManage relationships with external payroll providers and service partnersAssist in negotiating contracts, monitor SLAs, and ensure service quality and cost effectivenessOversee ZIMTAMS attendance tracking system data updating and reportingPartner with IT team on system enhancements and optimizationRequirementsBachelor’s Degree or equivalent experienceHigh Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook Over 5 years’ experience payroll processing in ADP