We are looking for an experienced
US Payroll SME / Team Lead
to join a general HR Operations team supporting a large-scale US workforce. This role is ideal 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
Team Leadership
-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
-Support year-end payroll activities including:
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
Strong knowledge of:
Multi-State US Payroll Processing
Federal, State, and Local Payroll Tax Regulations
FLSA & Wage and Hour Compliance
Garnishments
W-2 Processing
Payroll Audits & Reconciliations
Payroll Controls & Risk Management
Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
Experience with payroll systems and integrated HR platforms is required.

📌 Us Payroll Sme / Team Lead (México)
🏢 Tata Consultancy Services
📍 México