Payroll Lead

Job Title: Payroll Lead

Job Type: Exempt/ Full
-Time

Location: Remote

Positions: 1

Reporting to: Senior Payroll and Retirement Manager

Tate Americas is a key business within Kingspan Data Solutions and is at the forefront of delivering integrated solutions to the rapidly expanding data centre market. We combine engineering expertise, advanced manufacturing and operational excellence to deliver complex, mission-critical projects for some of the world’s largest technology companies.

With significant investment and ambitious growth plans, Tate is evolving beyond traditional manufacturing to become a fully integrated solutions provider, offering customers a seamless delivery model from design and manufacturing through installation, commissioning and final handover.

The Payroll Lead oversees payroll processing activities to ensure accurate and timely employee compensation. This role supports payroll operations, resolves complex payroll issues, and ensures compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, as well as company policies. The Payroll Lead plays a key role in maintaining payroll accuracy, enhancing employee satisfaction, and driving operational efficiency.

• Own and manage end-to-end payroll processing to ensure accurate and timely employee compensation.
• Process payroll transactions including wages, deductions, bonuses, adjustments, and other payroll-related activities.
• Review payroll data for accuracy and resolve discrepancies prior to payroll submission.
• Ensure payroll schedules, deadlines, and reporting requirements are consistently met.
• Maintain payroll records and documentation in accordance with company standards.
• Ensure payroll practices remain compliant with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Resolve complex payroll issues, including tax discrepancies and employee inquiries.
• Support internal and external audits by providing required payroll documentation and reports.
• Monitor changes in payroll laws and regulations and assist with implementing necessary updates.
• Maintain compliance with company policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Provide guidance and support to payroll team members and cross-functional business partners.
• Assist with training and onboarding payroll staff on systems, processes, and procedures.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements that enhance payroll accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.
• Support the implementation, optimization, and maintenance of payroll systems and tools.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment across payroll processes.
• Participate in compliance training, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Promote a safe and compliant work environment by adhering to company policies and reporting concerns appropriately.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field preferred.
• 5-7 years of payroll processing or payroll administration experience.
• Strong knowledge of payroll regulations, tax requirements, and compliance standards.
• Experience with payroll platforms such as ADP, Workday, or similar systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and payroll data analysis.
• Experience supporting multi-state and/or international payroll operations preferred.
• Experience with ERP or HRIS systems integrated with payroll preferred.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to effectively prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across teams and support continuous process improvement.
• Advanced competencies in communication,…