We are looking for an experienced US Payroll SME / Team Lead to join a global HR Operations team supporting a large-scale US workforce.
This role is idóneo for a payroll professional with deep expertise in end-to-end US multi-state payroll processing, payroll compliance, payroll controls, and stakeholder management.
You will play a critical role in ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant payroll delivery while partnering closely with client stakeholders and leading a team of payroll professionals.
What You'll Do
Payroll Operations
Manage end-to-end US payroll processing for multi-state employee populations
Review payroll inputs, earnings, deductions, taxes, garnishments, and adjustments
Execute payroll audits, reconciliations, and exception management
Support both on-cycle and off-cycle payroll processing
Ensure payroll accuracy and timely delivery
Compliance & Risk Management
Ensure compliance with Federal, State, and Local payroll regulations
Maintain compliance with FLSA, Wage & Hour laws, garnishment requirements, and W-2 regulations
Monitor legislative changes impacting payroll operations
Drive payroll controls, variance analysis, and reconciliation processes
Client & Stakeholder Management
Serve as a trusted payroll advisor for client stakeholders
Participate in operational reviews and governance meetings
Communicate payroll risks,



issues, and resolutions proactively
Support escalations and complex payroll inquiries
Lead, coach, and mentor payroll analysts
Manage priorities, payroll calendars, and workload distribution
Ensure adherence to SLAs, controls, and quality standards
Drive continuous improvement initiatives and process optimization
Year-End Activities
W-2 processing
Tax balancing
Payroll reconciliations
Amendments and corrections
What We're Looking For
Required Experience
10+ years of US Payroll Operations experience
5+ years in an SME, Lead, Senior Analyst, or Team Lead capacity
Hands-on experience managing end-to-end US payroll processing
Strong expertise in multi-state payroll and payroll tax compliance
Experience supporting large employee populations (10,000+ employees preferred)
Client-facing experience with US-based organizations
Proven ability to lead payroll teams and manage stakeholder relationships
Technical & Functional Expertise
Multi-State US Payroll Processing
Federal, State, and Local Payroll Tax Regulations
FLSA & Wage and Hour Compliance
W-2 Processing
Payroll Audits & Reconciliations
Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
Experience with payroll systems and integrated HR platforms is required.
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📌 Us Payroll Sme / Team Lead (Monterrey)
🏢 Tata Consultancy Services
📍 Monterrey