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We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Global Payroll Manager to lead our international payroll operation. This role is pivotal in ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing for all regions, while fostering a high-performing, collaborative team culture across borders.
Job Responsibility:
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 5 regional payroll specialists
Foster a unified team culture across time zones and geographies
Drive performance, accountability, and continuous improvement
Provide operational support by covering sickness and holiday leave for regional payroll specialists when required
Oversee end-to-end payroll processing for multiple countries, ensuring accuracy and compliance with local regulations
Partner with Finance, HR, and external vendors to resolve payroll issues and optimize workflows
Ensure timely submission of statutory filings and payments
Play a key role in the transition of U.S. payroll operations into Workday, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and operational excellence
Support planning and readiness activities for potential future expansion of Workday Payroll to other global regions
Partner with The People Team, Finance, and Technology teams to shape system design, testing, and implementation
Champion change management and training efforts to ensure a smooth rollout and adoption across regions
Provide expert guidance on U.S. personal tax implications related to payroll, including federal, state, and local requirements
Ensure compliance with U.S. tax regulations and support employees with tax-related queries and documentation
Liaise with external advisors and internal stakeholders to manage complex tax scenarios
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of international payroll legislation and ensure adherence to all regulatory requirements
Ensure payroll operations comply with SOX controls, including documentation, segregation of duties, and audit readiness
Implement and monitor internal controls to safeguard payroll integrity
Support internal and external audits with timely and accurate information
Identify opportunities for standardization and automation across payroll processes
Lead or support system implementations and upgrades
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline operations
Provide regular payroll reports and insights to senior leadership
Monitor KPIs and drive data-informed decision-making
Requirements:
Proven experience managing global payroll operations, ideally across Europe, North America, and South America
Strong understanding of international payroll regulations and compliance requirements
Deep expertise in U.S. personal tax regulations and payroll-related tax compliance
Demonstrated experience operating within SOX-controlled environments, with a strong grasp of audit protocols and control frameworks
Experience leading remote or geographically dispersed teams
Hands-on experience with Workday Payroll or involvement in Workday implementation projects
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills