Work Location Type: Hybrid

As a leading industrial distributor with operations primarily in North America, Japan and the United Kingdom, We Keep The World Working® by serving more than 4.5 million customers worldwide with products delivered through innovative technology and deep customer relationships. With 2023 sales of $16.5 billion, we're dedicated to providing value for customers, fostering an engaging culture for team members and driving strong financial results.

Our welcoming workplace enables you to learn, grow and make a difference by keeping businesses running and their people safe. As a 2024 Glassdoor Best Place to Work and a Great Place to Work-Certified™ company, we're looking for passionate people to join our team as we continue leading the industry over our next 100 years.

• Create the vision and strategy of the Payroll function
• Lead accurate and timely execution of all payroll activities, including payroll tax payments and filings, and customer support of varying complexity
• Apply and support global taxation in support for expat/inpat team member assignments.
• Provide oversight for 3rd party vendors to ensure payroll accuracy and compliance in multiple countries.
• Expert regarding payroll concepts, regulatory changes and tax laws, including proactively monitoring and driving issues to quick resolution (payroll, garnishments, taxes, time & attendance issues, etc.).
• Create or define required reporting, analysis and audits for all internal and external parties.
• Participate in cross-functional M&A projects, leading through payroll integration efforts.
• Review and improve payroll policies and procedures, including the ability to interpret new legislation impacting payroll.
• Provide leadership and guidance to leaders and team members, assign performance objectives and support team development (leader of leaders).
• Oversee the execution of payroll special events/activities (I.E. year end, escheat processing, special payments, etc.).
• Review and analyze current payroll, deductions and tax procedures in order to recommend and implement changes leading to best-practice operations

• 7+ years HR leadership, ideally across HR, Payroll functions.
• Knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Excellent strategic thinking, problem-solving, analytical skills, and ability to interpret data.
• Strong management skills in addition to a solid and thorough understanding of Local, State and Federal payroll laws and taxes.
• Demonstrated experience managing information systems to support business processes.
• Demonstrated experience directly managing a team of people.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficient in HR processes and supported technology applications with demonstrated ability to learn new software applications related to HR
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills at all levels.
• Must have the ability to determine needs, identify solutions, obtain buy in and support, and implement solutions.
• Ability to work within a high volume, fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrates the highest standards of personal and business ethics and conduct.
• SAP HR experience. Experience in project management and planning, with the ability to prioritize projects and manage resources to a timely, cost effective solution
• Proficient in Word and Excel.

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans
• Generous paid time off (PTO) and 6 company holidays per year
• Automatic 6% 401(k) company contribution each pay period.
• Employee discounts, parental leave, 3:1 match on donations, and tuition reimbursement.
• A comprehensive set of emotional, financial, physical, and social well-being programs