An international trade company is actively seeking a Payroll Manager to join their office in New York City, NY.

QUALIFICATIONS OF PAYROLL MANAGER

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, accounting, business, or related area or equivalent experience
• 7 or more years of experience in employee payroll
• In-depth understanding of federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations and implications.
• Proficiency in payroll tax returns and general ledger reconciliations.
• Strong knowledge of payroll internal controls and intercompany reconciliation processes.
• Familiarity with benefit taxation and related reporting requirements.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables and VLOOKUP functions.
• Proficiency in payroll software, with a strong preference for experience using Dayforce
• Strong communication and customer service skills, with the ability to effectively liaise across departments.
• Clear and professional verbal and written communication abilities.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong team collaboration skills with a track record of contributing to group success
• Self-starter with strong problem-solving skills and a systematic approach to tasks
• Global Payroll experience is a plus
• Experience in managing or supporting multiple projects simultaneously is a plus
• Experience in Dayforce payroll system is a plus
• Payroll Certificate (FPC/CPP) from PayrollOrg (Formerly known as American Payroll Association) is a plus
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel
• While performing the duties of this job you may be required to intermittently sit, stand, walk, lift up to 25 pounds, lift in excess of 25 pounds with a lift assist, climb stairs, use hands to handle or feel parts/equipment, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend at the waist, talk and hear. You may also be required to use close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision.
  Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions / Renaissance Resources Inc. has been a trusted leader in North American recruiting for Japanese businesses for over 25 years. We specialize in connecting top talent with companies in the Automotive, Electronics, Food & Beverage, Logistics, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Banking & Finance, and Entertainment industries. Our client-focused approach ensures that we understand your unique needs, whether you’re a company seeking skilled professionals or a candidate looking for the right career opportunity. By working closely with each individual, we provide tailored solutions that drive success.
  We screen ALL Candidates to verify the validity of each applicant’s provided information. Upon submitting your resume, we will contact only those candidates that we deem qualified for our client. If we do not contact you, we do not see the fit for the position. If we are unable to reach you in a reasonable timeframe, you will be eliminated from the pool of potential candidates.
  We prioritize direct applicants; third-party resumes may not be reviewed
  Job Type: Full-time
  Pay: $130,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In perso

• Oversee and execute end-to-end payroll processing, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and full compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Maintain up-to-date employee records in Dayforce, including new hires, terminations, and compensation changes.
• Ensure Dayforce reflects the most current policies, entitlements, and benefits to support accurate and compliant payroll processing.
• Collaborate with HR teams—including Benefits, Compensation, Recruiting, and HR Business Partners—to maintain data integrity across systems.
• Partner with the General Ledger team to reconcile payroll journal entries, accruals, and financial reports.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders such as Tax, Accounting, and subsidiary representatives to ensure seamless payroll operations across multiple entities.
• Manage payroll for expatriates and seconded employees, ensuring tax compliance and accurate data processing in collaboration with the Global Mobility team and external accounting firms.
• Mange the year-end tax adjustment and reporting process.
• Assist the Payroll Director in overseeing payroll functions organization-wide, including audits, policy implementation, M&A activities, and collaboration with external consultant in IT, legal, and accounting field.
• Generate and distribute payroll-related reports and data to other departments upon requests.
• Assist in HR budget planning and contribute to special projects as assigned by the Payroll Director.
• Participate in payroll-related projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to team efforts and complete assigned projects in a timely manner.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and ensure adherence to company policies and operational procedures.
• Other job duties are assigned as needed