Payroll Operations Lead (US & Canada)

THE; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional Development

Generous Time Off

Parental Leave

401k plan

Healthcare coverage

Ancillary benefits

Commuter Benefits

Job summary

THETEAM is hiring a Payroll Supervisor for North America to lead day‑to‑day U.S. and Canada payroll activities, ensuring accurate processing and timely delivery.

You will supervise two Payroll Specialists and partner with the Payroll Manager and Workday Analyst to strengthen controls and drive process improvements. This hands‑on role requires deep knowledge of multi‑state payroll, audits and compliance, plus the ability to mentor staff and handle complex payroll matters across borders.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive payroll experience with complex or high‑volume U.S. payroll.
• Strong knowledge of multi‑state payroll, deductions, taxes and year‑end processing.
• Experience supervising a payroll team and collaborating with HR/Finance.

Responsibilities

• Lead end‑to‑end payroll operations for the U.S. and Canada, including calendars, inputs, validations and off‑cycle payrolls.
• Supervise two Payroll Specialists, provide coaching, and ensure cross‑training.
• Perform payroll audits, investigate variances, and confirm gross‑to‑net results before finalization.
• Coordinate quarter‑end and year‑end activities, including tax forms and adjustments.
• Partner with Workday Analyst on system changes, testing and reporting.

Skills

Payroll operations

Leadership

Audits & reconciliations

Excel

Tools

Workday Payroll

Excel

Job description

THETEAM is hiring a Payroll Supervisor for North America to lead day‑to‑day U.S. and Canada payroll activities, ensuring accurate processing and timely delivery.

You will supervise two Payroll Specialists and partner with the Payroll Manager and Workday Analyst to strengthen controls and drive process improvements. This hands‑on role requires deep knowledge of multi‑state payroll, audits and compliance, plus the ability to mentor staff and handle complex payroll matters across borders.