Senior Payroll Manager

Champion Your Future with Tarkett Sports. Build your career with a world leader in sports construction and surfacing.

We are seeking a Senior Payroll Manager responsible for supporting, guiding and overseeing all payroll operations for over 1300+ employees under 8+ payroll codes within the Tarkett Sports U.S. and Canadian entities. The Senior Payroll Manager oversees the accurate and timely processing of employee wages, benefits, deductions, tax filings, and Davis-Bacon Act reporting with applicable laws and regulations. The Senior Payroll Manager works closely with HR, Finance, and other departments to ensure smooth and efficient payroll operations, as well as providing leadership and guidance to the payroll team.

The Senior Payroll Manager will be reporting to the Director of Finance, Design and Construction and will follow a hybrid schedule based out of the Tualatin or West Linn, OR offices.

Born from an entrepreneurial spirit and driven to find better solutions, at Tarkett Sports, we challenge the status quo and continue to change the game for athletes and facility owners—pioneering innovations that have reshaped entire industries.

Our team is made up of the most experienced and knowledgeable experts in the field. From architectural design and full-scope construction to a comprehensive portfolio of industry-leading sports surfacing solutions, we lead with passion, pride, and purpose.

Trusted at every level, from professional stadiums to local community venues, Tarkett Sports is at the surface of over 80,000 installations – highlighted by projects in NFL, CFL, MLS, and at renowned NCAA division I programs.  

Join the team behind renowned names like FieldTurf, Beynon Sports, ClassicCourt, GrassMaster, Tarkett Sports Indoor and Tarkett Sports Construction. Help us build the next world-class venue.

What you’ll do:

Payroll Administration

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing for all employees, ensuring accurate and timely payments.

• Ensure payroll deductions, vacation accruals, journal entries, accruals, and adjustments are accurate and properly approved.

• Oversee ADP master administration and payroll data integrity.

Unions and Certified Payroll

• Manage payroll for unionized employees in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and collective agreements.

• Ensure accurate application of union wage scales, overtime, shift differentials, benefits, dues, pension contributions, and other union-related deductions.

• Support union audits and oversee timely, accurate certified payroll reporting for government contracts and prevailing wage jobs.

Benefits

• Partner with the Benefits team to validate carrier invoices and ensure timely processing.

• Coordinate weekly 401(k) funding and support annual 401(k) audits.

Compliance & Taxation

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, provincial, and local payroll tax and labor requirements.

• Partner with ADP on payroll tax filings and issue resolution.

• Serve as a point of contact for labor and tax authorities, including the IRS and Revenu Québec.

• Manage year-end payroll processes, including T4, RL-1, W-2, 1099, and audit support.

Team Management

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of payroll specialists.

• Provide training on payroll systems, processes, and compliance.

• Manage team performance and workload distribution to meet deadlines.

Process Improvements

• Continuously evaluate payroll processes and recommend improvements to increase accuracy, efficiency, and scalability.

• Support payroll system enhancements, integrations, data flow optimization, automation, and process standardization.

• Develop and maintain payroll process maps, internal controls, and documentation.

Employee Support

• Resolve employee payroll inquiries and discrepancies in a timely, professional manner.

• Partner with HR on benefits deductions, retirement plans, and leave balances.

Confidentiality & Security

• Maintain strict confidentiality of payroll information and ensure payroll data is handled securely.

What you need for success:

• Education – bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent work experience).

• Experience

  • 10+ years of payroll processing experience, with at least 5 years in a supervisory or managerial role.

  • In-depth knowledge of payroll systems and related software (e.g., ADP, Workday, etc.).

  • Experience with Davis-Bacon certified payroll reporting, accounting payroll entries, payroll tax laws and compliance, including federal, state, and local tax regulations.

• Systems Knowledge – Proficiency in payroll systems, especially ADP; exposure to Workday, HRIS, and timekeeping systems is a plus as well as ERP financial modules for journal entry postings.

• Skills – Strong accounting knowledge, attention to detail, analytical mindset, problem-solving ability, and excellent organizational and communication skills.

• Adaptability – Ability to thrive under pressure and consistently meet tight deadlines.

• Compliance Expertise – Deep knowledge of payroll regulations, tax laws, and labor requirements across U.S. and Canada including union and certified payroll requirements.

• Certifications (Preferred) – Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or equivalent credential.

• Travel – occasional

• May require additional hours during peak payroll periods or year-end processing.

What you can expect:

• A culture built on teamwork, respect, and entrepreneurial spirit

• Leadership that invests in your growth and career development

• Opportunities to take on new challenges, cross-train, and expand your skillset

• Recognition and rewards for your contributions and achievements

• A fast-paced, sports-driven environment where your work makes an impact

Sound like your kind of team?

If you’re ready to bring your passion and talent to a company that champions your future, we want to hear from you.  Apply now and start your next chapter with a company that plays to win!