North America Payroll Leader: Precision & Compliance

LGC; Petaluma (CA); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive bonus program

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Flexible work options

Parental leave

Job summary

LGC is seeking a Payroll Leader to manage US and Canada payrolls, ensure timely payments, and reconcile payroll with GL entries. You will partner with our outsourced vendor and Tax team to settle federal and local taxes while maintaining strong internal controls.

This role requires analytical, detail-oriented leadership with excellent communication and a focus on compliant, efficient payroll processes. Flexible work options are available with strong benefits for US employees.

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.

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 HR and finance accounting teams
• Maintain accurate records and prepare reports
• Resolve issues and answer payroll-related questions

Skills

Payroll leadership

Regulatory compliance

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Detail orientation

Education

BSc/BA in Business Administration or Accounting, HR

CPP/CPM certification (plus)

Tools

SAP

ADP

Kronos

MS Excel

Job description

LGC is seeking a Payroll Leader to manage US and Canada payrolls, ensure timely payments, and reconcile payroll with GL entries. You will partner with our outsourced vendor and Tax team to settle federal and local taxes while maintaining strong internal controls.

This role requires analytical, detail-oriented leadership with excellent communication and a focus on compliant, efficient payroll processes. Flexible work options are available with strong benefits for US employees.