Senior Payroll Lead - Canada & US, Hybrid

Best Western; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

BWH Hotels in Phoenix, Arizona is hiring a Senior Payroll Manager to lead domestic and Canadian payroll processing and reporting. You will oversee payroll operations, ensure compliance with federal and state regulations, and guide payroll staff toward accuracy and efficiency.

The role requires 5+ years in payroll and accounting, Canadian payroll experience, and a bachelor’s degree. CPP preferred, Workday experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years payroll and accounting experience with supervisory responsibilities.
• Canadian payroll knowledge and regulatory compliance experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance or related field; CPP preferred.
• Experience with Workday and MS Office required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the processing and distribution of domestic and Canadian payrolls.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
• Oversee benefits payments, deductions, and tax deposits.
• Mentor and develop Payroll Accounting staff; support hiring/retention.
• Maintain payroll policies and system integrity; coordinate vendor systems.

Skills

Payroll experience

Supervisory experience

Canadian payroll experience

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

CPP certification preferred

Tools

Workday

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

BWH Hotels in Phoenix, Arizona is hiring a Senior Payroll Manager to lead domestic and Canadian payroll processing and reporting. You will oversee payroll operations, ensure compliance with federal and state regulations, and guide payroll staff toward accuracy and efficiency.

The role requires 5+ years in payroll and accounting, Canadian payroll experience, and a bachelor’s degree. CPP preferred, Workday experience is a plus.