Job Title: International Payroll ManagerJob DescriptionManage International Payroll for EMEA and APAC regions to ensure timely processing and compliance. Partner with external vendors and internal accounting teams on multiple accounting activities, including expense report reimbursement, monthly/quarterly accounting close activities, and other variance analysis. Maintain effective internal controls for the payroll function and proactively work with business partners to identify process improvements and gaps.Responsibilities
Direct the efforts of payroll staff and vendors to ensure timely and accurate process output.
Ensure proper reviews are in place for payroll output from the payroll vendor. This includes all payroll inputs that are accurately captured. Perform payroll analysis such as total gross payroll to net payment, average paid per headcount by country, and comparison of analysis to prior period.
Participate in the development, implementation, and maintenance of all international payroll policies, goals, and short/long-term planning.
Drive meetings with cross-functional departments (HR, Stock Admin, IT, Accounting, Legal, Internal Audit, FP&A, etc.) to identify and implement payroll process improvements and best practices to drive excellence and eliminate errors.
Partner with People Operations on all matters involving employee compensation, benefits, and other payments.
Partner with Treasury and Tax to ensure funding and payments are raised in a timely manner.
Work with Stock Admin to ensure stock compensation reporting (including mobile employees) for international countries.
Essential Skills
7+ years of relevant international payroll experience in EMEA (UK, Germany, Bulgaria) and APAC (Australia, Japan).
2+ years of people manager/team lead experience.
Experience with international payroll processing.
Proficiency in payroll tax, expense reimbursement, month-end processes, and payroll reconciliation.
Advanced level of proficiency using Microsoft Office (V-lookups, and Pivot tables) and Google sheets for Work.
Experience with accounting, taxation, and finance concepts as they relate to payroll.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Familiarity with Fidelity, CloudPay, OSV Atmosphere, or other payroll and HR equivalent systems.
In-depth knowledge of international payroll regulations and reporting requirements, including current multi-country payroll tax experience.
Experience with stock-payroll transactions, including understanding the tax implications of ESPP, ISOs, NQs, and RSUs, mobility, and reconciliations.
Knowledge and mindset for automation and improvements to improve processes for scalability.
Adaptable to a fast-changing work environment while able to work well under stress and tight deadlines.
Direct, approachable, and clear written and verbal communicator.
Effective interpersonal skills, including the ability to work with individuals inside and outside the company in a way consistent with our values and commitment to service.
Work EnvironmentFully remote role with the chance for extension at a large and growing international SaaS company.We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to sex, race, or any other protected classification. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. This temporary role may be eligible for the following: · Medical, dental & vision · 401(k)/Roth · Insurance (Basic/Supplemental Life & AD&D) · Short and long-term disability · Health & Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA & DCFSA) · Transportation benefits · Employee Assistance Program .Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $43.00 - $49.00Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)Workplace TypeThis is a fully remote position.Application DeadlineThis position will be accepting applications until Jan 4, 2025.About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.
