Director - RTR/Payroll Tower

Molson Coors•Milwaukee, WI

10d•$130,000 - $170,600•Hybrid

About The Position

The Director – RTR/Payroll Tower coordinates Record to Report (RTR) operations and U.S., Canada, and Americas International payroll at the GBS Milwaukee Center. The role leads a team of Team Leaders supporting technical accounting, operational cash (PTP/OTC/RTR for the non-alcohol portfolio), tax activities, commercial accounting, and Americas payroll. It aligns operations with Controllers Group priorities, HR leadership, country-specific business objectives, audit requirements, and the operating rhythm between the global GBS hub and the Business Units it supports. The Director oversees process delivery, performance management, governance, payroll strategy and execution, people leadership, stakeholder relationships, finance and controls, technology implementation, continuous improvement, and migrations of RTR activities. The position reports to the Sr. Director PMO and Americas GBS and is based in Milwaukee, with a hybrid work model requiring four days in the office.

Requirements

10 to 15 years of experience in finance, shared services, payroll, and various finance operational roles.
Payroll experience and an authentic “Team First” leadership approach.
Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and ability to complete complex projects quickly in line with business priorities.
Ability to create standard workflows and processes.
Proficiency with SAP and MS Excel.
Ability to work at both strategic and executional levels, influencing and motivating people across business levels and areas.
Knowledge of the non-alcohol route to market.
Knowledge of accounting and finance principles, including U.S. GAAP; month-end close processes and deadlines; management of multiple processes in a team environment; and budgeting and forecasting.
Comprehensive understanding of how areas integrate within the GBS function and contribute to business objectives; ability to set and deliver organizational-level strategy, operate amid ambiguity, and translate concepts into actionable execution plans.
Desire to continue learning and to help the team grow.

Responsibilities

Coordinate end-to-end Record to Report operations and Americas payroll, aligning delivery with Business Process Owners and business priorities.
Lead Team Leaders and teams supporting technical accounting, operational cash, tax activities, commercial accounting, and payroll.
Establish KPIs and performance reviews; oversee service management, take improvement actions, and establish governance to meet delivery needs.
Ensure Americas process maps and Standard Operating Procedures are followed and that process and quality controls are in place.
Lead the strategy, design, and execution of Americas payroll and govern time and attendance.
Build leaders, manage succession, and design and implement the team’s people strategy.
Conduct individual performance reviews; coach and mentor team members; develop talent and organize career-path discussions.
Lead team meetings, improve process performance and team skills, and facilitate issue resolution within and across teams.
Ensure accurate and timely team inputs for salary, leave, incentives, and other HR processes, including employee health and safety requirements.
Ensure team members understand KPIs and current and expected performance outputs.
Build and maintain effective relationships with Business Process Owners, Finance Directors, Global Finance Leaders, Controllers, Americas HR leadership, Brewery leadership, GBS Romania leaders, and Americas employees.
Contribute to department budget creation, approvals, and monthly reviews; drive productivity improvements and identify cost-reduction opportunities.
Oversee monthly close, budget alignment, control ownership, quarterly testing, and audit compliance.
Oversee biweekly Americas payroll and Americas time and attendance governance.
Ensure compliance with government requirements and partner with Tax and Legal departments as appropriate.
Coordinate with Financial Planning & Analysis to deliver the annual salary and fringe plan for AOP.
Own balance sheet and financial controls for North America, including the U.S., Canada, and Latin America.
Identify technology solutions that drive standardization and continuous improvement, and supervise new system implementations against agreed business requirements.
Set continuous-improvement strategy, focus, and priorities; establish frameworks with GBS teams and facilitate alignment across the GBS center.
Validate and support implementation of RTR migration plans, including governance and escalations during migrations.

Benefits

Flexible work programs supporting work-life balance, including a hybrid model with four days in the office.
Competitive base salary and incentive plans, including target short-term and long-term incentives.
Parental leave.
Health, dental, and vision coverage.
Retirement plan options with employer match.
Generous paid time off, including holidays, vacation, and sick days.
Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program.
On-site pub, brand clothing and swag, events, and free beer and beverages.
Engagement with Business Resource Groups, offering volunteer opportunities, leadership experience, and networking.
Career growth and development through First Choice Learning opportunities.
Community involvement, including charitable donations and group activities to build parks.