Manager, Payroll

• Manage Payroll function of SGS Co in North and Latin America.
• Oversee the full cycle bi-weekly, weekly and monthly payrolls for 3500+ employees in the USA, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, Peru utilizing ADP Celergo and Global View systems within Managed payroll model.
• Own relationship with the 3rd party payroll providers in the region, ensuring high level of service.
• Ensure prompt and accurate tax filing and payments as well as pension and other contributions to various agencies.
• Responsible for tax and reporting compliance of the Americas’ payroll function.
• Continuously develop, implement and maintain robust payroll balancing and validation process as well as comprehensive audit controls to ensure on-going compliance with both internal policies and external audit requirements.
• Liaise with Finance Department on timely payment of all payrolls, government and other remittances.
• Collaborate with all stakeholders on benefit & reward changes.
• As integral part of the Global Payroll Team, work collaboratively with EMEA and APAC Payroll Managers to initiate global payroll process improvements.
• Lead team of 2-4 payroll coordinators, providing coaching, training and conducting performance reviews.
• Support the ongoing global expansion and process improvement efforts of the organization by playing an integral role in global payroll integration projects in multiple countries.

• Strong organizational and administrative skills and ability to manage a team.
• Previous working experience (5-7 years) as an NA or Global Payroll Manager or Payroll Lead is essential.
• Experience in a fast-paced HR/Payroll environment.
• Comfortable working with senior members of staff.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, relationship building capabilities across all levels of the business.
• Team Player both locally and Internationally.
• Practical and logical; able to solve problems quickly.
• Prior experience in HR operations and knowledge of best practices.
• Familiarity with current employment rules and regulations,
• Hands on experience with HR software (HRIS)

• Good understanding of full cycle hiring process.
• Experience with ADP Celergo and ADP Global View system.
• Experience with benefits and pensions administration.
• NPI, PayrollOrg or similar payroll association’s certifications.
• Worked in a Corporate and process driven environment.
• Have a good understanding and experience of restructuring, mergers & acquisitions, new global and local programs implementation, etc.

SGS & Co