WORLDPAC is searching for a Payroll leader for our Payroll Operations and Compliance. This role will be responsible for managing and executing key compliance processes and initiatives. This role oversees the US and Canada Payroll function managing all aspects of the payroll process, ensuring the accurate, compliant, and timely disbursement of wages for all team members. Maintains payroll records, implements best practices, and collaborates with various departments to improve policies and procedures, streamline processes and act as the expert in all Payroll related matters.

Responsibilities 

• Manages full-cycle, multi-state bi-weekly US and Canada payroll processing including earnings, commissions, bonuses, taxes, benefit deductions, and garnishments.  
• Design and implement policy and controls for data security compliant with US and international government regulations.  
• Develops payroll controls to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing.  
• Conducts payroll audits, ensuring data integrity, overall payroll accuracy and compliance with US and international government regulations and Company policies.  
• Partners with internal and external auditors to ensure compliance and adherence to Company policies and procedures.  
• Research and implement Payroll system and process improvements to reduce error, increase efficiency, and ensure alignment with organizational goals and priorities.  
• Maintains strict confidentiality, ensuring security of the payroll system, reports, and other documentation.  
• Effectively manages a team, their resources, development, and overall performance.  
• Collaborates with the HR management, Benefits, Finance and Tax on payroll policies, processes and procedures and provides metrics / dashboards to the business as needed. 
• Maintain knowledge with evolving industry/regulatory changes impacting the business while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local legal requirements.  
• Ad-hoc reporting as needed to support cross functional business partners.

Essential Job Skills 

• Proven leadership capabilities influencing without authority and working with cross-functional teams to achieve goals. 

• Expertise in payroll administration and design with a proven record of successful implementation and results. 

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with an ability to adjust meeting the audience's needs. 

• Demonstrated project management skills, ability to multi-task and work to deadlines in a fast-paced environment. 

• Ability to collect, analyze and translate data into impactful insights that drive solutions to complex problems across the organization. 

Requirements 

• Bachelor’s degree  

• 8+ year’s progressive experience in Payroll 

• 5+ years SOX Controls, Internal and External Audit experience 

• Advanced Excel and presentation development skills  

• Workday experience highly desirable 
• ADP experience is a plus
• US, Puerto Rico, and Canada payroll experience.

Worldpac is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodations to perform the essential functions of the job, please contact talent@worldpac.com for assistance.

Worldpac is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Worldpac offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, financial well-being, and work-life balance of its employees. Key benefits include:

Health and Wellness:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans to cater to various healthcare needs.
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) with company contributions for eligible plans.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for medical and dependent care expenses.
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) offering confidential counseling and support services.

Financial Benefits:

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match to assist in future financial planning.
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance for financial security.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance to protect income during unforeseen circumstances.

Additional Perks:

• Paid time off, including vacation days and holidays, to encourage rest and personal time.
• Employee discounts on products and services.