Interim Payroll Manager

Interim Payroll Manager – U.S. & Canada

Location:Shelton, CT
Employment Type: Interim / Consulting
Compensation: $60-70/hour

About the Opportunity

CFS is partnering with a large, well-established global manufacturing organization seeking an experienced Interim Payroll Manager to provide leadership and oversight of its U.S. and Canadian payroll operations.

This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned payroll professional who can step into a complex, high-volume environment, quickly get up to speed, and keep payroll operations running smoothly. The ideal candidate is equally comfortable leading a team and rolling up their sleeves to handle day-to-day payroll responsibilities.

Responsibilities

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• Oversee end-to-end payroll processing for a large employee population across the U.S. and Canada.

  
  
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• Provide hands-on leadership and support to the payroll team, ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing.

  
  
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• Manage complex, multi-state and Canadian payroll requirements, including tax compliance, reporting, and reconciliations.

  
  
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• Support payroll operations for 5,000+ employees across multiple locations and pay groups.

  
  
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• Partner with HR, Finance, Benefits, and other departments to resolve payroll issues and maintain compliance.

  
  
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• Review existing payroll processes, identify opportunities for improvement, and implement efficiencies where appropriate.

  
  
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• Troubleshoot payroll discrepancies and serve as a resource for escalated payroll questions.

  
  
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• Maintain continuity of payroll operations throughout the interim assignment.

  
  
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Qualifications

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• Bachelor's degree required; CPP certification strongly preferred.

  
  
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• 8+ years of progressive payroll experience, including hands-on U.S. multi-state and Canadian payroll processing.

  
  
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• Experience supporting payroll populations of 5,000+ employees.

  
  
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• Minimum of 3 years of direct payroll team supervisory experience within a large organization, preferably recent.

  
  
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• Strong understanding of U.S. and Canadian payroll regulations and compliance requirements.

  
  
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• Comfortable working independently while also providing direction and support to an established payroll team.

  
  
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• Experience in manufacturing or another large, complex, multi-location environment preferred.

  
  
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• Stable work history with demonstrated progression and longevity.

  
  
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Why Consider This Opportunity?

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• Opportunity to make an immediate impact within a large, established global organization.

  
  
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• High-level consulting assignment with responsibility for complex North American payroll operations.

  
  
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• Utilize both your technical payroll expertise and leadership experience.

  
  
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• Work alongside experienced HR and Finance professionals.

  
  
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• Ideal for an experienced payroll leader who enjoys stepping into new environments and solving challenges.

  
  
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