Manager, Payroll Tax

Work Location Type: Remote

Req Number 323824

W.W. Grainger, Inc., is a leading broad line distributor with operations primarily in North America, Japan and the United Kingdom. At Grainger, We Keep the World Working by serving more than 4.5 million customers worldwide with products and solutions delivered through innovative technology and deep customer relationships. Known for its commitment to service and award‑winning culture, the Company had 2024 revenue of $17.2 billion across its two business models.

In the High‑Touch Solutions segment, Grainger offers approximately 2 million maintenance, repair and operating (MRO) products and services, including technical support and inventory management. In the Endless Assortment segment,  offers customers access to more than 14 million products, and  offers more than 24 million products. For more information, visit

The anticipated base pay compensation range for this position is $101,300‑168,900. Anticipated base pay compensation range for remote based out of state candidates is $93,800‑156,400.

With benefits starting on day one, our programs provide choice and flexibility to meet team members' individual needs, including:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans with coverage starting on day one of employment and 6 free sessions each year with a licensed therapist to support your emotional wellbeing.
• 18 paid time off (PTO) days annually for full‑time employees (accrual prorated based on employment start date) and 6 company holidays per year.
• 6% company contribution to a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan each pay period, no employee contribution required.
• Employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, student loan refinancing and free access to financial counseling, education, and tools.
• Maternity support programs, nursing benefits, and up to 14 weeks paid leave for birth parents and up to 4 weeks paid leave for non‑birth parents.

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The pay range provided above is not a guarantee of compensation. The range reflects the potential base pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual base pay compensation will depend, in part, on factors such as geographic work location and relevant experience and skills.

The anticipated compensation range described above is subject to change and the compensation ultimately paid may be higher or lower than the range described above.

Grainger reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion at any time, consistent with applicable law.

The Manager, Payroll Tax is responsible for payroll tax compliance for approximately 20,000 employees by ensuring compliance, and controls for North America. The payroll tax manager is responsible for the payroll team located in the US and the outsourced payroll partner who is responsible to ensure that the North American payroll process meets defined service level agreements and quality targets, and that continuous improvement opportunities are identified and executed as necessary to ensure those targets are achieved and sustained.

This position focuses on compliance to internal policies, key controls and government regulations, and creates an environment in which our employees' expectations are anticipated and consistently met. The successful candidate will bring deep knowledge and experience in the area of payroll operations and systems including SAP and ADP Payroll, expatriate payroll, payroll controls, vendor management, SOX requirements, SOC1 controls, labor law and tax compliance.

This person will also act as an advisor and partner to both employees and managers ensuring we have a seamless and accurate quarter, and year end, including ensuring proper audits, and controls.

This is a hybrid position and is onsite 2 days a week in Lake Forest. This role can also be remote based for out of state candidates.

This role is available for relocation assistance.

This role is eligible for an incentive plan.

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