Manager, HRIS & Payroll

Job Description

Job Title: Manager, Payroll & HRIS

FLSA Status: Exempt

Department: Human Resources

Reports to: Director, Total Rewards

GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE:

The Manager, Payroll & HRIS is responsible for global ownership of HR systems and full accountability for payroll outcomes. This role establishes governance across HRIS and payroll operations to ensure accuracy, compliance, and scalability. The role separates payroll execution from ownership, retaining accountability for audit, validation, and outcomes while overseeing operational delivery through a Payroll Specialist. This position plays an integral role in maintaining the quality and consistency of HR services in alignment with Loram’s ICARE values.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Strategic and Functional

• Own global Dayforce system strategy, configuration, and performance.
• Establish and enforce global HRIS governance, standards, and controls.
• Lead HRIS roadmap and system enhancements in partnership with IT.
• Ensure system design, data integrity, and reporting capability across regions.

Payroll Governance and Oversight

• Maintain full accountability for payroll accuracy, compliance, and audit readiness.
• Oversee payroll execution delivered by Payroll Specialist.
• Establish payroll controls, validation processes, and audit protocols.
• Investigate and resolve payroll issues and ensure corrective action.

Operations and Cross-Functional Partnership

• Maintain capability to independently execute payroll and serve as backup.
• Design and enforce standardized payroll and HRIS processes and documentation.
• Partner with IT, Finance, and HR Operations on integrations and system alignment.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal controls.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, Business, or related field, or equivalent experience.

Experience:

• Minimum 8 years of experience in HRIS and/or payroll roles with demonstrated accountability for payroll outcomes.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Deep expertise in payroll processes, controls, and compliance.
• Experience with HRIS platforms; Dayforce strongly preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability.
• Ability to establish governance, structure, and operational discipline.
• Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

*12+ years combination of education and experience in payroll, HRIS, systems governance, or related disciplines may be considered in lieu of degree requirements.

Preferred Qualifications, Licenses/Certifications:

Education:

• Master’s degree in related field.

Experience:

• Experience in global HRIS or multi-country payroll environments.

Licenses/Certifications:

• CPP or equivalent certification preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Experience partnering with IT on system implementations or upgrades.
• Prior experience in complex or global organizations.
• Familiarity with enterprise HR systems and reporting tools.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

This position requires successful completion of the following:

• Social Security Verification: The individual’s name must correspond to their Social Security number and date of birth.
• Nationwide, federal and state, multi-county criminal background check. Up to a seven-year history is considered.
• Drug and Alcohol Testing: All applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test. Employees in safety-sensitive positions are subject to random, reasonable suspicion, and post-incident drug and/or alcohol testing in compliance with federal regulations and company policy.
• Employment Verification: Current and prior relevant employment experience will be verified to confirm the candidate meets the minimum required years of experience for the position.
• Education Verification: Post-secondary education at the associate degree level or higher will be verified, including degree(s) earned and dates of completion.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Office deskwork, requiring sitting, walking, and regular use of phone and computer
• Occasional lifting up to 30 lbs.
• 5% or more travel expected
• Ability to tolerate variable and sometimes challenging conditions during site visits or inspections of company equipment in a railroad environment

Additional Information

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Loram is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and respectful workplace. We make all employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business need, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws in the countries where we operate, including the Equality Act 2010 in the UK, relevant U.S. federal, state, and local laws, Brazil’s anti-discrimination provisions under the Consolidation of Labor Laws (CLT) and Federal Constitution, India’s Equal Remuneration Act and Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, Australia’s Fair Work Act 2009 and applicable state and territory legislation, and Canada’s human rights protections under the Canadian Human Rights Act and applicable provincial or territorial laws.

Benefits:

Benefits for this role include a comprehensive package with company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options; wellness programs; basic life and AD&D insurance; voluntary life insurance; company paid short-term and long-term disability coverage; 401(k) retirement plan including an employer match of 150% up to the first 6% you contribute to the Plan; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); behavioral health support; and leaves of absence. Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement, payroll charity contributions, adoption assistance and optional plans such as legal, critical illness, and hospitalization.

Compensation:

Loram determines compensation based on factors such as skills, competencies, education, and/or experience. Certain positions may be eligible for an annual bonus and paid time off in addition to base compensation.