Global Payroll Manager

JOB OPPORTUNITY: GLOBAL PAYROLL MANAGER

 

This position can be based in the US or the UK.

 

Job Summary

The Global Payroll Manager manages all payroll functions including, payroll processing, withholdings, reviewing and revising policies and procedures, as well as internal controls, system review and upgrades. Maintain necessary vendor relationships including internal and external auditors, government agencies. Ensure payroll payments are in compliance with internal and external requirements. Responsible for adapting processes to handle both internal and external new requirements.

 

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and manage all the activities of the Payroll Staff ensuring smooth and efficient operation of the payroll team
• Ensure the timely and accurate processing of payroll, including earnings and deductions, for the enterprise
• Manage the establishing of payroll controls for maintaining accuracy of payroll data prior to and after processing
• Maintain all payroll-processing controls to ensure employee with holdings are reconciled and paid according to government laws
• Manage the proper analysis, distribution, and control of all payroll data, while preserving confidentially
• Ensure required filings are completed in a timely manner
• Drive compliance and operational excellence regarding internal & external audit guidelines, corporate policies, and procedures
• Provide training or education materials to the HR team and others as needed to promote operational excellence
• Troubleshoot escalated issues
• Lead or participate in various projects, audits, technical reviews, and system that have payroll implications
• Partner with HRIS and third party vendors systems related to payroll
• Propose requests for system improvements and maintenance
• Manage Payroll system implementations for the enterprise
• Review manual and automated processes to ensure system integrity
• Continuous improvement and integration of payroll functions and processes
• Establish a direct link with sources of information on payroll and payroll tax laws
• Special HR/Audit/Tax projects and other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of Payroll and Control Procedures
• Working knowledge of government compliance
• Intermediate/Advanced Microsoft Excel
• Payroll Platform Experience: ADP, UltiPro, Dayforce, or equivalent third-party processor