Job Description

Manager - Payroll, US

Work Mode: Onsite

Location: Onsite – Kohler, WI

Opportunity

The Manager Payroll, North America leads the transformation and modernization of Kohler’s USpayrolldrivingamoreautomated,compliant,andemployeefriendly experienceendtoend. This role owns delivery of accurate, on time payroll while shaping the roadmap for process excellence, Workday Payroll optimization, controls, and scalable ways of working across a complex, multi-state environment. The ideal candidate brings deepWorkday Payroll expertise, a continuous improvement mindset, and the leadership to partner across HR, Finance, and IT to deliver meaningful change.

Specific Responsibilities

• OwnendtoendUSpayrolldeliveryensuringevery paycycleisaccurate,compliant,and on time, with clear controls and a customer first service mindset.
• BethecompliancestewardforUSpayroll,proactivelymonitoringlegislativechanges and translating requirements into streamlined policies, procedures, and system updates.
• Lead,coach,anddevelopthepayrollteam,creatingahigh-performanceculture focusedonmodernization, continuous improvement, andexceptional employee support.
• PartnerwithHR, Finance,IT,andbusinessleaderstosimplifyupstream/downstream payrollworkflows,resolveroot causes,andelevatetheoverallemployeeexperience.
• Deliverclear,decision-readyreporting(taxfilings,wagestatements,reconciliations, and analytics) that improves transparency, audit readiness, and leadership insight.
• Strengthencontrolsthroughregularauditsandreconciliationpractices,reducingrisk while improving data quality and cycle efficiency.
• Championcontinuousimprovementidentifyingautomationopportunities,standardizing processes, andleveragingWorkdaycapabilitiestomodernizehowpayrollis delivered.
• Actastheseniorescalationpointforcomplexpayrollmatters,bringingcalm,clarity, and strong judgement while protecting the employee experience.
• Leadyear-endexecution(includingW-2s)withstrongprojectdiscipline, ensuringasmooth, compliant close and a positive employee experience.
• Bringhands-onWorkdayimplementationexperienceandleadfutureroadmapinitiatives, including Time & Attendance projects, ensuring successful delivery, adoption, and measurable business outcomes.
• Lead and influence cross-functional initiatives and vendor partnerships todeliver payroll enhancements, Workday releases, integrations, and broader transformation milestones, on time and with measurable impact.
• PartnercloselywiththeDirector,GlobalPayrolltoadvanceatrulyglobalpayrolloperating model, defining a multi-year roadmap to standardize processes, align governance, and bring payroll under one umbrella.

Skills/Requirements

• Bachelor’sdegreeinAccounting,Finance,HumanResources,orarelatedfieldispreferred but not mandatory.QBE will also be considered.
• Minimumof5yearsofpayrollmanagementexperience, withatleast3years ofexperience using Workday Payroll. Workday Payroll implementation experience is required, with demonstrated delivery of enhancements/releases; experience supporting or implementing Time & Attendance (e.g., Workday Time Tracking) and related integrations is strongly preferred.
• Strongknowledgeoffederal,state,andlocalpayrollregulationsandcompliance requirements.
• Provenexperienceinmanagingpayrollforalarge,multi-stateorganization.
• Excellentanalyticalandproblem-solvingskillswithakeenattentiontodetail.
• Strongleadershipandteammanagementskills,withtheabilitytomotivateanddevelopa high-performing team.
• Exceptionalcommunicationandinterpersonalskills,withtheabilitytointeracteffectively with employees at all levels.
• CertifiedPayrollProfessional(CPP)designationispreferred.

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Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

We believe in supporting you from the moment you join us, which is why Kohler offers day 1 benefits. This means you’ll have access to your applicable benefit programs from your first day on the job, with no waiting period.
The salary range for this position is $103,900 - $160,000. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation.

Why Choose Kohler?
We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we’re driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives.

About Us
It is Kohler’s policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact kohlerjobs@kohler.com Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.