Payroll Supervisor

We firmly believe that our employees drive the success of the company! With success in mind as the ultimate goal, we strive to create and provide an environment that offers challenging, stimulating and financially rewarding opportunities. We are looking for The Right One to join our team! What's In It For You? Competitive Salary with Bonus Opportunities Paid Time Off Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits (Low Premiums!) Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts 14 Paid Company Holidays 401(k) with Company Contribution Educational Tuition Reimbursement Summary The Payroll Supervisor is responsible for the accurate, timely, and compliant execution of payroll operations across the U.S. This role provides hands-on leadership of payroll processing, supports critical compensation events (including merit and bonus payouts), and ensures adherence to federal, state/provincial, and local regulations. This position plays a key role in maintaining payroll integrity, enhancing processes, and partnering closely with HR, Finance, and external vendors to deliver a seamless employee experience.

What You'll Do Payroll Operations & Execution:

Oversee end-to-end payroll processing for the U.S. ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with all applicable regulations. Review and validate payroll inputs including new hires, terminations, compensation changes, bonuses, and off-cycle payments. Lead payroll activities for key compensation cycles, including annual merit increases and incentive/bonus payouts. Ensure proper reconciliation of payroll data, including earnings, deductions, and tax withholdings. Manage payroll calendars, deadlines, and processing schedules

Compliance & Governance:

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of payroll legislation and regulatory changes. Support internal and external audits, including SOX controls where applicable. Ensure proper documentation and audit trails for all payroll transactions

Stakeholder Collaboration:

Partner with HR Partners, Total Rewards, and Finance Teams to ensure alignment on pay-related activities. Collaborate with HRIS teams on data integrity, system updates, and process improvements. Manage relationships with external payroll vendors (e.g., ADP, Workday Payroll, Ceridian, Timekeeping Systems, etc.)

Team Leadership & Support:

Provide day-to-day guidance and oversight to payroll team members (e.g., Payroll Specialist). Serve as an escalation point for payroll-related inquiries and issue resolution. Support training and development of team members to build payroll capability and continuity

Process Improvement & Transformation:

Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes, controls, and efficiency. Support payroll-related projects, including system enhancements, integrations, and process standardization. Contribute to broader HR initiatives such as job architecture, compensation structure updates, and system implementations

What You Need Education:

Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting or other related field.

Required Experience:

Minimum 5 years of payroll processing experience including multi-state U.S. payroll;

Preferred:

1-2 years of experience providing supervisory support.

Certifications:

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC)

Travel:

less than 10%

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Advanced knowledge of payroll laws and regulations (Federal, State, and Local); Proficiency in HRIS systems, particularly Workday; Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; Excellent attention to detail and accuracy; Leadership and team management capabilities; Strong communication and interpersonal skills; Knowledge of 401(k) administration and benefits management; Experience with payroll audits and compliance requirements; Ability to handle confidential information with discretion; Advanced Excel skills and reporting capabilities Our company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer! It is the policy and commitment of the company to maintain a work environment that provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) for all its employees and applicants. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, marital/domestic partner status, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other applicable lawfully protected basis. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. We seek to employ individuals qualified for a position by virtue of job-related educational standards, training, experience, and personal qualifications. Toyota Tsusho America, Inc. (TAI) is a multi-market, multi-business enterprise which has been operating in North America for over 60 years. Based on both the heritage and the global vision of our parent company, Toyota Tsusho Corporation, we have greatly expanded upon our traditional trading business model by developing new manufacturing, intermediate goods processing, and logistics activities in United States, Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean. TAI is a North American leader in procurement, processing, recycling, and supply chain management, with deep expertise in the automotive sector. With a team of over 8,000, TAI delivers value on every level, addressing business and social challenges and driving innovative, sustainable solutions for a better future. Join us and discover a work experience where diverse ideas are met with enthusiasm, and where you can learn and grow to your full potential! We're looking for individuals who enjoy the entrepreneurial thrill of innovation and who enjoy working as a team to create a satisfying outcome for our customers! Be The Right One The Right ONE for you: The best assurance of safety, quality, and reliability - based on your needs (Genba) The Right ONE for us: Maximization of individual capabilities, global networks and diversity to create synergistic strengths The Right ONE for future: Unique insights and capabilities to explore new possibilities for future and sustainable society Toyota Tsusho America's business spans a wide range of fields. We have organized our business under seven operating divisions. Metal Plus Circular Economy Digital Solutions Supply Chain Mobility Green Infrastructure Lifestyle Though different in the products and services they provide, these divisions share the same goal of creating and delivering diverse value by developing unique functions from a dedicated customer-oriented approach. Each division maintains highly specialized expertise and leverages unique capabilities in its respective field. At the same time, the divisions combine their know-how and capabilities to generate synergy and create new value.