Lead, US Payroll (contract)

Position Title: Lead Payroll, US
Department: Human Resources
Division: AGI Corporate
Location: Lenexa, KS, USA

About AGI

AGI is a global food-based infrastructure company publicly traded in Canada. With over 4,000 employees and over 30 global manufacturing brands, AGI is a leading provider of equipment and technology solutions for agricultural commodities including seed, fertilizer, grain and feed systems and an expanding platform for food processing facilities.

The Opportunity

Reporting directly to the Senior Manager, HRIS & North American Payroll, this role will lead a team of US Payroll Administrators, responsible for processing payrolls accurately while continuously striving to identify efficiencies.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for creating a positive payroll experience for employees.
• Process payroll for the US Corporate and select location specific groups.
• Lead and manage the US payroll team by fostering a culture of creating efficiency and striving towards continuous improvement.
• Responsible for monthly benefit reconciliations.
• Reconcile and balance remittances, including government agencies, benefits carriers.
• Partner with Operations, Human Resources, Finance/Accounting, and Legal to understand expectations, assess gaps, and prioritize process improvements. Act as a subject matter expert and escalation point for payroll and tax-related questions.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state payroll, wage, and hour laws and best practices.
• Identify, recommend, and implement enhancements to payroll processing software, systems, and procedures.
• Other projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Certified Payroll Professional designation, or actively pursuing.
• 5+ years of previous payroll experience with organizations that have multiple facilities across Canada. 2 to 3 years of supervisory experience is an asset. Manufacturing industry experience is an asset.
• Extensive knowledge of the payroll function including preparation, balancing, internal controls, and payroll taxes.
• Experience with UKG Pro (UltiPro) an asset.
• Experience or familiarity with US payroll.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Attention to detail and ability to prioritize and manage time well.
• Good leadership and analytic qualities.
• Ability to analyze large sets of data and draw conclusions.
• Self-directed and results oriented.
• Proficient using MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams).

We thank you for applying, however, only those selected to continue in the interview process will be contacted.

AGI is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

Accommodations are available upon request for candidates with a disability taking part in the recruitment process and once hired.