Team Lead - Payroll

Molson Coors•Milwaukee, WI

12h•$84,000 - $110,200•Hybrid

About The Position

In the position of Payroll Team Lead based in Milwaukee, WI, you will be responsible for delivering accurate and compliant payroll services across the US, Canada, and LATAM countries. This role ensures regional payroll cycles are executed seamlessly, aligns processes with country‑specific regulations, and drives operational excellence. The Payroll Team Leader acts as the escalation point for complex payroll issues and partners cross‑functionally to enable a high‑quality employee payroll experience. This position reports to the Tower Lead- Record to Report/Payroll in our Global Business Services (GBS) shared service model and works closely with both direct reports as well as HR (HR Business Partners, Total Rewards,) Legal, IT, etc. on management of the payroll operations, providing input and guidance as necessary.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (preferred).
You have at least 5 years of payroll experience, with at least 3 years of leadership experience leading a large team
Experience supporting payroll in the United States and at least one other region (Canada or LATAM) required; multi‑country experience strongly preferred.
Working knowledge of payroll legislation, taxation, and statutory requirements across U.S., Canada, and LATAM.
Experience with global payroll platforms and HRIS systems (e.g., Dayforce, People Central, SAP, UKG).
You can manage competing priorities among several stakeholders with the ability to exhibit diplomacy and tact to diffuse high tension situations.
Excellent communication, coaching, and stakeholder‑management skills.
You can exhibit our core values

Responsibilities

Lead, coach, and develop a team of payroll professionals supporting U.S., Canadian, and LATAM payroll cycles.
Works collaboratively both within GBS and with business stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of activities and the migration of additional activities
Ensures adherence to all policies and procedures around all payrolls and timekeeping processes, including all related accounting and control standards
As the SME, oversee end‑to‑end payroll processing for multiple countries, including pre‑payroll, calculation, validation, approvals, and post‑payroll activities.
Champions the continuous improvement mindset for all team members and provides leadership and a strong strategic vision
Coordinate with external payroll vendors and ensure SLAs are met for LATAM and Canada payroll, managed services providers.
Support system upgrades, enhancements, regression testing, and integration activities for HRIS and payroll systems.
Partner with HR, Finance, and Technology teams on cross‑functional projects including automation and data quality initiatives.

Benefits

Flexible work programs that support work life balance including a hybrid work model of 4 days in the office
We care about our People and Planet and have challenged ourselves with stretch goals around our key priorities
We care about our communities, and play our part to make a difference – from charitable donations to hitting the streets together to build parks, giving back to the community is part of our culture and who we are
Engagement with a variety of Employee Resource Groups, which can provide volunteer opportunities, leadership experience, and networking through the organization
Ability to grow and develop your career centered around our First Choice Learning opportunities
Participation in our Total Rewards program with a competitive base salary, incentive plans, parental leave, health, dental, vision, 401k option with incredible employer match, generous paid time off plans, an engaging Wellness Program, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with amazing resources
On site Pub access to cool brand clothing and swag, top events and, of course... free beer and beverages!

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