This role is based in our Newton, MA office.Job Overview We are seeking an experienced and strategic Global Payroll Manager to lead and manage the global payroll function following a recent business merger. This role will oversee payroll operations for entities across the US, EMEA, and APAC regions, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in payroll processing.The Global Payroll Manager will lead a geographically dispersed team, ensuring the right skills and resources are in place, driving process improvements, and implementing new systems and ways of working to enhance payroll operations. The role will also involve resolving escalated payroll queries, ensuring compliance with local regulations, and collaborating closely with Finance and HR teams to align payroll processes with broader organizational goals.Reporting to the Director of Global Shared Services & Transformation, this is a critical leadership role that offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the organization’s payroll operations during a period of transformation and growth.Why Join Us?This is an exciting opportunity to lead a global payroll function during a period of transformation and growth. As the Global Payroll Manager, you will have the chance to make a significant impact by driving process improvements, implementing new systems, and building a high-performing team. You will work closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to shape the future of the payroll function and contribute to the success of the organization.Key Responsibilities Global Payroll Management:Oversee payroll operations for entities across US, EMEA, and APAC regions, ensuring timely and accurate payroll processing.Manage a team of payroll professionals based in the US and overseas, ensuring the right skills, resources, and locations are aligned with business needs. Coordinate with in-country payroll providers, vendors, and third-party administratorsReview and approve payroll outputs, reports, and payment files before processingManage payroll-related queries and resolve escalated issues from employees and stakeholdersEnsure proper integration between HRIS, time tracking, and payroll systemsCross-collaborate with HR teams to ensure on time and accurate payroll processingTeam Leadership:Provide leadership, coaching, and development opportunities to the global payroll team, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.Monitor team performance and ensure alignment with organizational goals and objectives. Provide training and guidance to HR and finance teams on payroll mattersBuild and maintain strong cross-functional partnershipsCompliance and Regulatory Management:Ensure compliance with local payroll regulations, tax laws, and reporting requirements across all regions.Stay updated on changes in payroll legislation and implement necessary adjustments to processes and systemsManage statutory reporting requirements including tax filings, social security, and pension contributionsCoordinate payroll audits and respond to regulatory inquiriesMaintain compliance with data privacy regulations (GDPR, etc.) for payroll dataEnsure adherence to internal controls and SOX requirements for payroll processesProcess Improvement:Develop and implement global payroll policies, procedures, and best practicesIdentify and implement process improvements and efficiencies within the payroll function to streamline operations and reduce costs.Drive standardization of payroll processes across regions, ensuring consistency and compliance with company policies.Lead payroll system implementations, upgrades, and optimization projectsCollaborate with IT and other stakeholders to ensure successful system integration and adoption.Reporting and Analysis:Prepare and analyze payroll reports for management, finance, and HR stakeholdersMonitor payroll metrics including accuracy rates, timeliness, and cost efficiencySupport month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processesProvide payroll data for budgeting, forecasting, and financial planningConduct payroll reconciliations and variance analysis
