Payroll Operations Manager (North America)

Responsibilities

The Payroll Operations Manager oversees end-to-end payroll processing for the U.S. and Canada, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery. This role also involves leading the payroll team, managing internal controls, and partnering with HR and Finance to resolve complex payroll issues.

Requirements

Candidates must have 8+ years of progressive payroll experience with strong knowledge of U.S. and Canadian payroll regulations. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, along with experience managing teams and working with complex payroll systems.

Skills

• Payroll processing
• U.S. payroll regulations
• Canadian payroll regulations
• Team leadership
• SOX compliance
• Internal controls
• Payroll tax reporting
• General ledger reconciliation
• Data analysis
• Excel
• Process improvement
• Audit support
• System integration
• Problem-solving
• Communication

Benefits

• Comprehensive Healthcare
• 401(k) with 100% company match
• Paid Time Off
• Bonus opportunities
• Health- & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Learning & Training opportunities

About this role

Build an Aviation Career You’re Proud Of

At StandardAero, we use our ingenuity and know-how to find solutions for the
simple to the most complex challenges in aviation. Together, we get the job done
and done well. Our stability, resources, and respectful culture supports you in
building a solid career with a great team you can count on day in and day out
for the long term.

As a Payroll Operations Manager to oversee payroll operations across the U.S.
and Canada. This role is responsible for ensuring payroll is processed
accurately, on time, and in compliance with applicable regulations. The Payroll
Operations Manager will lead an established payroll team, oversee day-to-day
operations, resolve complex payroll issues, and identify opportunities to
improve processes and controls. This is a hands-on leadership role that requires
strong technical payroll knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to work
effectively with HR, Finance, and other business partners.

Remote in U.S.

What you'll do:

* Oversee end-to-end payroll processing for the U.S. and Canada, ensuring
accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.
* Manage payroll schedules, processing activities, reconciliations, approvals,
and reporting.
* Review payroll results, identify discrepancies, and resolve complex issues,
including adjustments, corrections, and off-cycle payments.
* Oversee payroll funding, general ledger reconciliations, and coordination
with Finance.
* Manage quarter-end and year-end payroll activities, including tax reporting
and required reconciliations.
* Provide hands-on payroll support as needed.
* Lead, coach, and develop the North American payroll team, setting clear
expectations and priorities.
* Manage team workloads and resources to ensure payroll deadlines and service
expectations are met.
* Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve accuracy, and
strengthen internal controls.
* Maintain payroll procedures and support system improvements and automation
efforts.
* Ensure compliance with U.S. and Canadian payroll laws, tax regulations, and
company policies.
* Oversee payroll taxes, statutory deductions, garnishments, and other
payroll-related requirements.
* Maintain effective payroll controls and ensure compliance with SOX and audit
requirements.
* Support internal and external audits and address any identified issues.
* Stay informed of regulatory changes and ensure payroll processes are updated
as needed.
* Serve as the main point of contact for complex payroll matters and
escalations.
* Partner with HR, Benefits, Compensation, Finance, and HR Technology to ensure
accurate payroll processing.
* Work with internal teams and external payroll providers to resolve system or
processing issues.
* Support payroll system enhancements, integrations, and other business
initiatives.
* Keep leadership informed of payroll performance, significant issues, and
improvement efforts.

Position Requirements:

* Must be authorized to work in the US
* High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
* 8+ years of progressive payroll experience, including strong knowledge of
both U.S. and Canadian payroll.
* Experience managing payroll teams and overseeing end-to-end payroll
operations.
* Experience working in a large, complex, multi-state and multi-jurisdictional
payroll environment.
* Strong knowledge of payroll regulations, taxation, deductions,
reconciliations, and year-end reporting.
* Understanding of SOX compliance, internal controls, and payroll audit
requirements.
* Experience with HR/payroll systems, integrations, and third-party payroll
providers.
* Advanced Excel skills and the ability to analyze payroll data and resolve
discrepancies.

Preferred Characteristics:

* Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
* Ability to manage competing priorities, resolve complex issues, and work
effectively across departments.
* Payroll certification (CPP, PCP, or equivalent) preferred but not required.

Benefits that make life better:

* Comprehensive Healthcare
* 401(k) with 100% company match; up to 5% vested
* Paid Time Off starting on day one
* Bonus opportunities
* Health- & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
* Short- & Long-Term Disability
* Life & AD&D Insurance
* Learning & Training opportunities 

Raising the Standard of Excellence since 1911

With over a century of proven excellence, StandardAero has become an industry
leader in MRO services and customized solutions in the aerospace field. Our
shared values and learning-based culture inspire our team to exceed their
potential and power our customers’ missions worldwide. With on-the-job training,
advancement opportunities, and excellent benefits, StandardAero invites you to
experience a fulfilling and meaningful career with us.

Inclusivity Is Our Standard

It is StandardAero’s policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all
qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including
transgender status, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age,
protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Our supportive
environment celebrates diversity with no room for harassment or discrimination
of any kind. We invite you to bring your authentic self to our team and
experience our welcoming culture.

About Standard Aero

Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing · 5,001-10,000 employees · headquartered in Scottsdale, AZ · founded 1911