Global Payroll Lead – US & Canada

Russell Investments; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Retirement benefits

Vacation

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Russell Investments in Seattle, WA is seeking a Payroll Manager to lead US and Canada payroll operations within a global team. You will ensure accurate processing, tax compliance, and timely delivery while partnering with HR, Finance, Legal, and external vendors.

Responsibilities include end-to-end payroll processing, audits, data integrity, and driving improvements in the payroll program to support the company’s total rewards strategy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, business administration, finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of global payroll experience in US and Canada.
• Strong knowledge of payroll regulations and tax compliance.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a matrixed organization and with external vendors.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end semi-monthly US and Canada payroll processes.
• Handle payroll queries, audits, and compliance reporting.
• Coordinate with Global HR, Finance, and Legal, and external vendors.
• Support system upgrades and process improvements.
• Assist with year-end payroll close and audits.

Skills

Global payroll experience

US & Canada payroll knowledge

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Integrity & confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR, business administration, finance, or related field

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

ADP Streamline

Workday

Job description

Russell Investments in Seattle, WA is seeking a Payroll Manager to lead US and Canada payroll operations within a global team. You will ensure accurate processing, tax compliance, and timely delivery while partnering with HR, Finance, Legal, and external vendors.

Responsibilities include end-to-end payroll processing, audits, data integrity, and driving improvements in the payroll program to support the company’s total rewards strategy.