Senior Payroll Specialist

Job Description:

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly experienced and detail-oriented Senior Payroll Specialist to take full ownership of complex, multi-jurisdictional payroll operations. This role is critical in managing end-to-end payroll for both U.S. and international employees, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and timely processing. The ideal candidate brings extensive hands-on experience , discretion with sensitive data, and the ability to support multilingual teams across various regions. Fluency in French and/or Spanish is highly desirable to support international payroll and employee communication.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and execute full-cycle payroll for U.S. multi-state and international (including Canada, LATAM, or EMEA) employees on a bi-weekly/semi-monthly schedule.
• Audit payroll inputs (hours worked, bonuses, deductions, time-off, etc.) for accuracy and policy compliance.
• Ensure payroll processing adheres to federal, state, provincial, and international tax laws and labor regulations.
• Prepare and submit payroll tax filings and year-end reports (e.g., W-2s, 1099s, T4s, ROEs).
• Resolve complex payroll issues and respond to employee inquiries across regions in a timely and professional manner.
• Maintain and safeguard payroll records in compliance with company and regulatory retention policies.
• Support audits by preparing detailed reports and documentation for internal, external, and tax authorities.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with HR and Finance to support benefits, compensation, and accounting integrations.
• Identify and implement process improvements and system enhancements to optimize payroll efficiency and compliance.
• Stay informed on evolving payroll legislation in the U.S. and internationally, particularly in French or Spanish-speaking regions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, HR, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
• 10+ years of hands-on payroll experience , ideally including multi-state and international payroll processing.
• Proficiency in payroll platforms such as ADP WorkForce Now, Dayforce , or similar.
• Strong understanding of U.S. and international payroll compliance, tax regulations, and audit requirements.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to manage payroll independently.
• Fluent in French and/or Spanish to support communication and documentation needs across global teams.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) certification strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Experience working with HRIS or ERP systems (e.g., Workday, SAP, Oracle).
• Knowledge of Canadian ROEs , LATAM payroll practices, or other global jurisdictions.
• Background in payroll system implementation or process improvement projects is a plus.

Nice to Have:

• Bilingual - French and/or Spanish

Company Overview

Established in 1890, Boart Longyear is the world's leading provider of innovative, safe, and productivity-driven drilling equipment and tooling. With a primary focus on mining and exploration activities spanning a wide range of commodities-including copper, gold, nickel, zinc, uranium, and other metals and minerals-the Company also supports activities in the energy, oil sands exploration, and environmental sectors.

The Drilling Products division delivers advanced research and development capabilities and holds hundreds of patented designs to manufacture, market, and service reliable drill rigs, innovative drill string products, rugged performance tooling, durable drilling consumables, and high-quality parts for customers worldwide. These products are engineered to meet the evolving needs of the global drilling industry, offering maximum performance, reliability, and safety in the most demanding conditions.

Our People

At Boart Longyear, people are our most important asset. We recognize that the best ideas emerge through collaboration among individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. That is why we are committed to fostering diverse, inclusive teams and work environments free from discrimination and harassment-spaces where everyone can contribute and be heard.

Our Vision

To create products and solutions that empower the exploration and extraction of minerals to enable life and prosperity.

Our Values

Our success as a business depends on how we operate. The how is the distinctive way in which we conduct our business, guided by our values of:

• Integrity
• Health & Safety
• Teamwork & Diversity
• Customer Focus
• Sustainability

Boart Longyear is headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, USA. Visit our website, boartlongyear.com and follow Boart Longyear on social media: LinkedIn , Facebook , Instagram and Twitter .

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we thank all who apply but will only be contacting those selected for an interview . Please apply online at https://careers.boartlongyear.com/

Auto req ID: 15739BR

Job Code: 080054 Payroll Specialist 5.09.Administrative

Function: Human Resources

Region (Business Group): NAM

Country: United States Of America

State/Province: Utah

City: Salt Lake City