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As a member of the Global Payroll Projects team, the Payroll Projects Specialist plays a critical role in supporting and executing key initiatives, projects, and tasks across the global payroll landscape. This role sits within the payroll organization but is dedicated exclusively to project work, not day-to-day payroll processing.
Job Responsibility:
Serve as a Payroll Subject Matter Expert (SME) on global payroll-related projects and initiatives
Support the execution of payroll-impacting projects, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance
Apply project management methodologies to drive successful delivery of payroll initiatives
Facilitate stakeholder meetings, executive reporting, and risk mitigation strategies
Translate business needs into functional requirements and actionable plans
Drive process improvement and change management efforts related to payroll operations
Partner with HRIT and third-party providers to support implementation of regulatory, process, and system changes
Collaborate with Benefits, Human Resources, Accounting, Stock Plan Administration, and other internal teams to ensure project alignment and success
Ensure high-value customer service and effective communication with all partner functions
Liaise with external vendors to ensure deliverables are on time, meet company standards, and compliance requirements
Lead and participate in testing activities related to payroll systems, integrations, and process changes
Prepare and verify documentation and reports related to payroll projects
Conduct research and prepare presentations or reports to support management decisions
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, related field, or equivalent experience
Minimum 6 years of payroll experience, including direct payroll processing responsibilities
Expert-level knowledge of EMEA payroll, including tax regulations and reporting
Experience working in a matrixed or global organization, managing multiple stakeholders across regions
High-level understanding of Americas, U.S. and APAC payroll practices and compliance considerations
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills across cross-functional teams
Familiarity with complex HRIS workflows and integrations
Working knowledge of systems such as Workday HCM, Ceridian Dayforce, ADP Celergo, ADP GlobalView, and various Time & Attendance platforms in a multi-country environment
Detail-oriented with strong organizational and interpersonal skills