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Senior Payroll Manager

SPECTRAFORCE
Nashville, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 12/5/2025 CLOSED ON 1/2/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Payroll Manager position at SPECTRAFORCE?

We are seeking a strategic Senior Payroll Manager to lead the integrity and delivery of our North American payrolls. In this direct-hire leadership role, you will drive compliance, optimize Workday Payroll, and introduce emerging technologies (AI/RPA) to streamline operations.


Compensation & Benefits:

  • Base Salary: $125,000 to $130,000/annum
  • Bonus: 15%
  • Equity: $10k RSUs
  • Relocation Assistance


Key Responsibilities:

  • Strategic Leadership: Lead North American payroll strategy (US & Canada), ensuring accuracy, scalability, and service excellence.
  • System Optimization: Serve as the payroll systems leader, optimizing Workday Payroll and introducing automation/AI to reduce manual effort.
  • Team Development: Mentor and build a high-performing team of SMEs, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous learning.
  • Compliance & Risk: Manage SOX compliance, tax regulations, and internal controls; anticipate risks related to growth and acquisitions.


Required Qualifications:

  • Experience: 8 years of progressive payroll experience in a large, multi-entity environment, with 5 years of team leadership.
  • Certification: Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) is required.
  • Geography: Demonstrated experience managing payroll across multiple countries (specifically US & Canada).
  • Education: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience.


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Workday Payroll expertise is strongly preferred. (Candidates with ADP/SAP/Oracle leadership experience will be considered if adaptable).
  • Experience leading payroll through system implementations, upgrades, or M&A activities.
  • Proven track record of developing talent into senior roles.


Ready to lead the next generation of payroll operations? Apply today!

Salary : $125,000 - $130,000

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