Senior Accounting Payroll Manager

Overview

Oversee US/Canada payroll for 1300+ staff, ensure compliance, lead team

Key Responsibilities

• payroll analysis
• process improvement
• payroll operations
• audit controls
• financial integrity
• compliance management

Tasks

-Deliver Insights – Perform payroll variance analysis versus budget and explain drivers causing discrepancies. Support budgeting, forecasting, and ad-hoc reporting for leadership decision-making. -Develop High-Performing Teams – serve as a change leader, elevate performance driving process improvements, system upgrades, and organizational transitions within the payroll function. Guide and support team members through change by fostering a culture of adaptability, transparency, and continuous improvement. -Lead Payroll Operations – Lead end-to-end U.S. and Canadian payroll operations ensuring all payroll activities are executed accurately and timely while implementing best practices. -Audit and Internal Controls – Establish, maintain, and continuously improve internal controls within the payroll function to mitigate risk. Support with providing backups for audit, manage segregation of duties, validate system security settings, and ensure accurate documentation of payroll processes. -Own Accounting and Financial Integrity – Ensure data integrity and its impact on financial statements by performing weekly review of payroll journal entries, followed by monthly review of balance sheet reconciliations, and accrual for payroll and vacation balances. -Partner Across the Business – Work closely with HR and benefits team to align payroll with established employee programs. Act as the senior escalation point for M&A integrations and complex issues including benefits deductions, 401(k) funding, and employee inquiries. -Handle Advanced Payroll Functions and Compliance – Manage complex payroll matters for US and CAN, including share-based compensation, unions dues, prevailing wages, federal certified payroll reporting, 401k plan contributions, commission payments, and all tax related matters such as state unemployment tax, year-end reconciliations and tax documents, and IRS notices.

Requirements

• adp
• cpp
• bachelor's
• payroll experience
• compliance
• team management

What You Bring

-Proven experience with certified payroll (CPR)- Davis-Bacon Act: submissions, forms and regulations. -10+ years in payroll -Systems Knowledge – Proficiency in payroll systems, especially ADP; exposure to Workday, HRIS, and timekeeping systems is a plus as well as ERP financial modules for journal entry postings. -Skills – Strong accounting knowledge, attention to detail, analytical mindset, problem-solving ability, and excellent organizational and communication skills. -May require additional hours during peak payroll periods or year-end processing. -Adaptability – Ability to thrive under pressure and consistently meet tight deadlines. -Certifications (Preferred) – Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or equivalent credential. -Education – bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent work experience). -Compliance Expertise – Deep knowledge of payroll regulations, tax laws, and labor requirements across U.S. and Canada including union and certified payroll requirements. -Expertise in U.S. and Canadian payroll tax laws and compliance. -5+ years leading or managing teams'

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Benefits

-Competitive benefits, pay, and retirement plan options! -A fast-paced, sports-driven environment where your work makes an impact -Opportunities to take on new challenges, cross-train, and expand your skillset -Recognition and rewards for your contributions and achievements -Career growth, stability, and flexible work arrangements. -We utilize renewable energy and a closed loop recycled water process. -Leadership that invests in your growth and career development

About Tarkett

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