Head of Payroll (North America)

LGC Group; California; Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Flexible work options

Parental leave

Job summary

LGC Group is seeking a highly experienced Head of Payroll to lead US and Canada payroll operations, ensuring timely and accurate payments and reconciliation with the general ledger. You will collaborate with our outsourced payroll vendor, navigate US benefit interactions with payroll, stay current with tax regulations, and drive process improvements across multi-location payroll to support the business.

This is a strategic leadership role requiring strong analytical skills, integrity, and

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading payroll for multi-location US and Canada.
• Strong knowledge of US payroll tax and benefit integration.
• Experience with outsourced payroll vendors and audits.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage US/Canada payroll processes end-to-end.
• Ensure timely payroll runs and GL reconciliation.
• Oversee changes (hires, terminations, raises) and system upgrades.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state and local laws.
• Manage vendor relationship and SLA performance.
• Coordinate with HR and Finance for accurate data and reporting.

Skills

Payroll management

US payroll regulations

Vendor management

MS Excel

Audit & compliance

Communication

Education

BSc/BA in Business Admin, Accounting or HR

CPP/CPM certification (plus)

Tools

SAP

ADP

Kronos

Job 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.

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

• 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

What we offer (US based-employees):

• Competitive compensation with strong bonus program
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees and dependents
• FSA/HSA Pre‑tax savings plans for health care, childcare, and elder care
• Deductible Buffer Insurance and Critical Illness Insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with matching employer contribution
• Company‑paid short- and long‑term disability, life insurance, and employee assistance program
• Flexible work options
• Pet Insurance for our furry friends
• 8 weeks of Parental Leave for qualifying life events
• PTO that begins immediately
• Town Hall monthly meeting onsite/virtual, Cheer program where employees are recognized for outstanding work, Company wide social events, frequent catered lunches and much more!

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

This position requires current U.S. work authorization. We are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship for temporary visas (including H‑1B, H‑2B, OPT, O‑1, TN)

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