Senior Payroll Manager - Workday at Hayward Holdings, Inc.

Hayward Industries (NYSE "HAYW") is the largest manufacturer of residential swimming pool equipment globally, with a growing presence in the commercial pool market. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, we design, manufacture, and market a full line of residential and commercial pool and spa equipment. Our facilities are in North Carolina, Tennessee, Arizona, Rhode Island, Spain, and China, with distribution centers in France, Canada, and Arizona. The role is located in Charlotte, NC.  

The Sr. Payroll Manager will oversee payroll functions for Hayward's North American locations. Reporting to the Vice President, Total Rewards, this role ensures accurate payroll processing in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

At Hayward Industries, our vision is to inspire happiness and well-being through safe, smart, and sustainable solutions. Our mission is to deliver exceptional products, outstanding service, and innovative technology to transform the experience of water. We prioritize quality, safety, and service, ensuring every step we take benefits our employees, customers, and communities. We believe in valuing diversity, acting with integrity and inclusivity, and fostering a respectful workplace. As leaders in our field, we continuously innovate and evolve, investing in our people and products to drive growth and excellence.

Responsibilities:

• Direct weekly and biweekly payroll processing in Workday for US and Canada locations.
• Troubleshoot errors and perform audits after payroll processing.
• Ensure compliance with tax laws and make legally required deductions.
• Develop payroll schedules and communicate updates to HR.
• Create payroll reports for management and assist in general ledger reconciliation.
• Maintain compliance with payroll-related laws and regulations.
• Partner with HRIS to manage Workday system changes related to payroll.
• Train and update Payroll Specialists on payroll procedures.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of Workday payroll experience OR 10 years of payroll experience including 5+ years Workday payroll experience.
• Extensive Workday payroll and report generation experience required.
• Canadian payroll experience preferred.
• 2-5 years of supervisory experience.
• 2-5 years managing in-house payroll for a public company.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Knowledge of payroll tax laws, unemployment regulations, and wage-hour laws.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.

Why Join Us?

At Hayward Industries, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation and success. Join our team and help us build a more inclusive and equitable future while contributing to our mission of delivering exceptional products and outstanding service.