Manager, Payroll (North America) at Exalta Group

Athens, Alabama, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Payroll processing, ADP Workforce Now, Payroll compliance, Financial controls, GL reconciliation, Accounting, Audit readiness, Time and attendance, Process improvement, Automation, Multi-site management, HRIS, Data accuracy, Reporting, Cross-functional collaboration

Industry

Medical Equipment Manufacturing

Description

Manager, Payroll North America Location: Hybrid | Preferred commuting distance to one of our sites in Naples, FL • Kenosha, WI • Bethlehem, PA • Marquette, MI • Athens, GA | Reports to: Corporate Controller About the Role We are seeking a Manager, Payroll (North America) to lead payroll operations across a multi-site manufacturing environment with ~800 employees (and growing). Reporting directly to the Corporate Controller, this Finance-led role is responsible for delivering accurate, compliant, and well-controlled payroll while partnering closely with HR. This is a hands-on leadership role in a lean environment. You will not only execute on payroll but take the lead on building smooth, efficient, compliant payroll processes. You will initially operate as a team of one, working closely with HR team members to execute payroll, while building the foundation for a scalable payroll function. Key Responsibilities Payroll Ownership & Execution * Own end-to-end payroll processing across multiple plant and facility locations in North America * Manage payroll for a complex, hourly and salaried workforce including shift differentials, overtime, and weekend pay rules that vary by site and jurisdiction * Ensure payroll is accurate, timely, and compliant across a complex, multi-site workforce * Manage payroll cycles, reporting, and issue resolution * Oversee time & attendance system integration (ADP Workforce Now) to ensure accurate data flow into payroll processing Financial Controls & Compliance * Establish and maintain strong payroll controls * Partner with Finance on payroll accounting, GL reconciliation, and accruals * Support internal and external audits; ensure audit readiness * Stay current on payroll regulations and compliance requirements Cross-Functional Partnership * Partner closely with HR and Finance teams * Ensure data accuracy across HRIS and payroll systems * Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll-related matters across all sites Process Improvement & Scale * Identify and implement process improvements and automation * Standardize documentation and workflows across locations * Help define and build the future payroll structure, including hiring Qualifications Required * 6–10 years of payroll experience, including experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment * Deep knowledge of U.S. payroll compliance; Canada experience a plus * Hands-on experience with ADP payroll systems required * Experience managing payroll for hourly, shift-based workforces * Experience with payroll accounting, reconciliations, month-end close, and audits * Comfortable operating in a lean, hands-on environment across multiple sites Preferred * Experience in a Finance-led payroll function * CPP certification * Experience building or scaling payroll operations What We’re Looking For * Hands-on leader who can operate independently across a multi-site environment * Strong controls and compliance mindset * Ability to balance execution and process improvement * Excellent cross-functional partner (Finance + HR) * Comfortable being a team of one, initially Why Join EXALTA * Opportunity to own and shape payroll in a growing, multi-site organization * High-impact role with visibility across Finance and HR leadership * Build the foundation for a scalable payroll function

Responsibilities

The Manager, Payroll will own end-to-end payroll operations for a multi-site manufacturing environment, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and effective financial controls. They will partner with HR and Finance to standardize processes, integrate time and attendance systems, and build a scalable payroll function.