Manager, Payroll

Cogeco Ontario•Natick, MA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

About us- Cognex is the largest, most successful and recognized global player in industrial machine vision! We are a financially strong, international company with no debt and have been in business for over 40 years. Using advanced optics, image sensors and artificial intelligence software Cognex vision and ID systems capture an image then analyze it to make sense of what’s being seen. We are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable work environment, guided by our "Work Hard, Play Hard, Move Fast" culture, which celebrates employee innovation, determination, and dedication in a dynamic, fun, and distinctive atmosphere. We are working on a hybrid schedule, 3 days in the office, 2 at home. Based in Natick, MA, the role will oversee the execution of all payroll activities for the Americas (US, Canada, Mexico, and Brazil). The successful candidate is experienced in payroll operations and innovative solutions that deliver best-in-class service and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Reporting to the Senior Manager, HRIS, the role will partner with Employee Services (ES), Finance, Accounting, and Tax teams to develop and implement streamlined processes with a unique opportunity to be a key part of building the roadmap for our global payroll strategy and activities.

Requirements

ADP experience is required
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
Passion for the technology side of payroll, looking to lean on technology to drive optimization in the team
Ability to coach and develop team members
Ability to manage external vendors effectively
Keen instincts for solving complex issues using strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills
Strong process orientation, numerical aptitude and attention to detail
Effective organizational, time management and project management skills
Able to adapt to rapidly changing environment and enjoy working in a fast-paced culture
Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills
Commercial awareness and understanding of business & financial concepts
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business or equivalent is desired
Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in a similar role is highly desirable, including experience working at a public-listed, global technology company
Minimum 3 years of people management experience
Experience in global payroll preferred

Responsibilities

Play a role in shaping the current and long-term strategic vision for the payroll function; assess current processes and systems; identify best practices in payroll administration and automation
Manage payroll team processes and oversight of payroll operations to ensure accurate and timely payments to Cognoids, required country reporting & payroll tax filing
Ensure operations are performed in compliance with internal policies, country, state/province, and local laws, and are aligned with Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX)
Reconcile and approve all payroll operational steps and funding in partnership with internal teams in ES and Finance
Oversee the required processing of equity grants (stock options and restricted stock units), ensuring compliance with country tax regulation and reporting with guidance from equity team and the vendor administrator
Assist ES, along with counsel and vendor support, on payroll implications of global/regional mobility for Cognoids
Work with internal and external audit teams on quarterly and annual payroll audits
Provide excellent customer service by addressing all payroll-related inquiries and resolving issues in a timely manner