Summary

The Regional Payroll Team Leader will be responsible for North America Payroll Operations for J R Simplot Co., with a co-sourced payroll model. This role partners closely with and supports employees and internal partners, manages the service delivery model, the development of new processes, and collaborates with internal teams to ensure proper reporting of compensation expenses. Assist with regional and global payroll projects, oversee, and manage payroll operations according to agree upon SLA’s, labor and tax laws, and develop process improvements throughout all regions. This role will support the Regional Payroll Manager and provide leadership to the Payroll Team, coordinating and completing the timely and accurate processing of the payroll and audit all aspects of the payroll process.

Key Responsibilities

Assist with managing the Payroll Operations, ensure timely and accurate payroll payment and compliance for North America, including the integration of mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures.

Actively engage with Simplot stakeholders, HR, HR Solutions, Tax, Accounting, Total Rewards, Legal and Audit to improve process and provide training, education, and support as needed compliance to reduce risks.

Complete the full payroll process to ensure employees are paid correctly from beginning to end of employment. This includes, but is not limited to, new hire set up, terminations and required payouts, correct tax set up, and benefit limits and configuration. Keep work instructions up to date, develop training material, analysis of Cherwell and BI Reporting.

Typical Education

Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) from 4 year college or university

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or HR related degree preferred

Relevant Experience

Required Certifications

FPC or CPP Certification

Other Information

• Extensive knowledge of the payroll function including preparation, balancing, internal control, and payroll taxes.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office or related software.
• Proficient with payroll and timekeeping software.