Payroll Director - US/Canada Pay Leader (Workday) Hybrid

Promachinnovation; Covington (KY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical/dental/vision programs

Paid time off programs

Retirement savings plan with company match

Wellness program

Job summary

ProMachinnovation is seeking a Payroll Director in Covington, KY, to lead the Payroll Department and ensure compliance across the United States and Canada. The role includes strategic project management related to payroll initiatives and collaboration with Human Resources.

The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of payroll experience and a robust understanding of federal, state, and local payroll regulations, alongside the ability to manage and mentor a payroll team. ProMach offers competitive compensation and benefits from day one.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive Payroll experience, with 3–5 years of hands‐on experience with Workday.
• Experience handling diverse pay types, including hourly, salaried, commissions, bonuses, and equity/stock-based compensation.
• Proven ability to organize and prioritize projects in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented business environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic leadership and direction for the payroll function.
• Oversee payroll compliance activities, ensuring adherence to regulations.
• Manage, mentor, and develop payroll team members.

Skills

People leadership

Payroll compliance

Project management

Workday experience

Advanced Excel skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Workday

Job description

ProMachinnovation is seeking a Payroll Director in Covington, KY, to lead the Payroll Department and ensure compliance across the United States and Canada. The role includes strategic project management related to payroll initiatives and collaboration with Human Resources.

The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of payroll experience and a robust understanding of federal, state, and local payroll regulations, alongside the ability to manage and mentor a payroll team. ProMach offers competitive compensation and benefits from day one.