Senior Manager Payroll North America

Chicago Chapter of the American Payroll Association; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 144,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Manager for Time to Pay in North America. This pivotal role involves developing payroll strategies to enhance operations across the US and Canada. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in payroll processes, team management, and technology implementation. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salaries and career growth opportunities. Be part of a team committed to excellence and making a real difference in payroll operations.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Package

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Employee Recognition Program

Employee Discount Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive experience in Payroll and Time & Attendance.
• Experience managing payroll teams and transforming payroll functions.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement payroll policies for US/Canada.
• Oversee payroll operations ensuring compliance and timely processing.

Skills

Payroll Expertise

Time and Attendance Processes

Team Management

Process Design

Communication Skills

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Workday (HRIS)

UKG

ADP Globalview

Job description

Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you’ve experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet’s food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you’re just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there's a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create.

Workplace type: Hybrid

Reports To: VP Integrated Global Services

Ingredion is seeking a dynamic Senior Manager, Time to Pay – North America to develop and implement payroll strategies to scale payroll operations and related systems.

oversee US/Canada payroll operations, serviced by a dedicated team based in Guadalajara, Mexico. This pivotal role requires a candidate with extensive experience in time and attendance, payroll processes, and systems to lead our payroll teams in the US and Canada.

As the center of excellence for the Time to Pay (T2P) value stream, the Senior Manager will be responsible for technologies, processes, and controls, including reporting results, supporting audits, and implementing controls. They will spearhead the Time to Pay digital transformation and technology roadmap, encompassing Self-Service Employee Portals and Data and Process Governance.

What you will do (Responsibilities):

Design and implement payroll system policies and proceduresfor US/Canada, including internal time and attendance controls to ensure consistent practices, risk mitigation, and compliance

Govern T2P end-to-end timekeeping and payroll operationsfor US/Canada, ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely processing of payroll. Execute key payroll system implementations, process optimization, and transformation programs

Maintain internal control documentationand participate in key control activities for payroll, identifying and mitigating risks associated with payroll and timekeeping processes

Develop and deliver training materialsrelated to time and attendance and payroll to employees, managers, and HR as necessary, acting as a change agent

Identify, lead implementations, and execute payroll projects or process improvementsto enhance efficiency and accuracy in payroll and timekeeping operations

Prepare and analyze payroll reports, including financial statements and compliance reports.

Lead or assist on special tasks and projectssuch as M&A payroll integration, entity setup, and system implementations

Establish and maintain strong relationships with local payroll providers and vendorsto ensure seamless payroll delivery, acting as the relationship owner with payroll vendors

Stay updated with industry trends and emerging technologiesto collaborate on the Time to Pay digital transformation partnership and technology integrations roadmap, including payroll Self-Service Employee Portals and Data and Process Governance

Actively engage, collaborate, and communicate with cross-functional teams and leadershipto ensure business objectives and priorities are met and executed effectively for seamless payroll operations

Ensure compliance with payroll and wage regulations, tax laws, and social security requirementsin each jurisdiction.

Oversee the US/Canada payroll teamsupporting full-cycle payroll processing, ensuring all local and regulatory deadlines are met. Recruit, train, coach, and develop best-in-class talent to be subject matter experts and points of contact for all internal and external payroll inquiries, achieving business goals and metrics

What you will bring (Experience and knowledge):

Bachelor’s Degree

Minimum of 15 years progressive experience and expertise in Payroll and Time & Attendance process strategies, Country / Province payroll taxes and related controls and risk mitigation strategies including deductions by Country or as applicable

Experience managing a team of payroll professionals and ability to coach and develop talent

Experience transforming a payroll function to maximize automation, scalability, and cost-effectiveness

Payroll qualification preferred (e.g. Certified Payroll Accountant or equivalent)

Workday (HRIS) and UKG, ADP Globalview payroll product suite (or other well-known payroll platform) advanced knowledge preferred

Who you are (Skills and behaviors)

A time to pay expert with deep payroll expertise and tax knowledge for the US, Canada, and Mexico including process design and technology implementation

A servant leader capable of inspiring change, elevating capabilities and executing large, cross-functional projects

An excellent communicator, collaborator, and relationship builder

Highly organized and detail-oriented with ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously

Comfortable with ~20% travel within region

Why Join Ingredion?

Discover why Ingredion is the ideal place to advance your career with our exceptional rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive. Create the future with us and enjoy:

Total Rewards Package – Competitive salary and performance-based pay recognizing your contributions to our success

Comprehensive Benefits & Wellness Support – Health, long-term savings, and resources for your physical, mental, and emotional well-being

Career Growth – Learning, training, and development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement

Employee Recognition Program – A culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globally

Employee Discount Program – Provides exclusive discounts on everyday products, services, and travel

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Ingredion seeks to provide a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, handicap or disability—mental or physical—marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability resulting from military service, or any other classification protected by law (“protected classifications”). We are committed to establishing and maintaining a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, we will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant's accommodation needs.

Relocation Available:

Yes, Within Country

Pay Range:

$144,640.00-$200,000 Annual

This pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final base salary will be determined based on several factors which may include but are not limited to responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data and applicable bargaining agreement (if any).

Incentive Compensation:

As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Ingredion Annual Incentive Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus.

Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) plan with an competitive company match.