Global Payroll Manager

We offer a flexible working policy that supports a healthy balance between personal and professional well-being.

This role requires in-office presence on Tuesdays & Thursdays to collaborate, connect, and learn frompeers-while alsomaintainingthe flexibility for meaningful work-life balance.

Youareresponsible for leading and overseeing payroll operations across the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia,Spain, and Singapore as well as PEO-supported payrolls run by third-party providers,ensuring accurate,timely, and compliant payroll processing for all employees. You serve as the primary payroll subject matter expert andpartnersclosely with Benefits, Finance, HRIS, People Operations, and external vendors to deliver aseamless employee experience whilemaintainingstrong controls and compliance.

You will lead payroll administration, support retirement and benefit-related payroll processes, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and provide coaching and development to payroll team members.

• Global Payroll Operations
  • Leadingend-to-end payroll processing across the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, and Australia, withadditionalownership of Spain, Singapore, and PEO payrolls administered by third-party providers; responsibilities for these include processing payroll additions and updates.
  • Ensuring payrolls are processed accurately,timely, and in compliance with all applicable federal, state, provincial, and country-specific regulations.
  • Managingpayroll calendars, approvals, reconciliations, audits, and year-end activities.
  • Overseeingpayroll tax compliance, filings, and reporting requirements.
  • Managing annual reporting requirements including W-2s, T4s, P60s, STP reporting, and other statutory filings.
  • Leadingconfiguration and maintenance of earning codes, deduction codes, pay codes, and pay policies that directly affect gross pay.
• Compliance, Controls & Governance
  • Maintainingstrong payroll controls, documentation, and audit readiness.
  • Monitoringlegislative and regulatory changesimpactingpayroll operations.
  • Partnering with internal and external auditors to support payroll-related audits and compliance reviews.
  • Identifying risks and implementing process improvements to strengthen controls and efficiency.
  • Managingworkers' compensation reporting, including quarterly filings in Canada and annual filings in the United States.
  • Maintainingcontrols around sensitive payroll transactions, including bank account changes and payment validation processes such as penny testing.
• Partnership with Benefits and People Teams
  • Takingprimary ownershipofemployee entitlements, payrollbenefit deductions,and earnings code maintenance, ensuring configurations are accurate, current, and audit-ready; partner closely with Benefits onretirement plans and leave-related pay programs.
  • Supportingpayroll integration and testing for benefits programs including 401(k), RRSP, pension, and superannuation plans.
  • Collaborating with HRIS and People Operations teams on payroll-related system changes, implementations, and enhancements.
  • Supportingemployee escalations and complex payroll inquiries.
• Servingas the primary relationship manager for payroll vendors and service providers.
• Partnering with HRIS and Finance teams to ensure payroll systems are optimized andoperatingefficiently and effectively.
• Driving process improvements and automation opportunities to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Maintainingpayroll documentation, standard operating procedures, and training materials.
• Leadership & Team Development
  • Coachinganddevelopingpayroll team members to ensure operational excellence and continuous growth.
  • Fosteringa collaborative, customer-focused, and solutions-oriented team environment.
  • Buildingorganizational capability through cross-training, knowledge sharing, and succession planning.
  • Promotingstrong partnerships across HR, Benefits, Finance, and HRIS teams.
• 7+ years of progressive payroll experience, including multi-country payroll administration.
• Experience managing payroll operations across multiple countries, including the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, Spain, and Singapore.
• A strong understanding of payroll compliance, taxation, and statutory reporting requirements.
• A demonstrated ability to build partnerships across HR, Benefits, Finance, and other business functions.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Experience leading projects, process improvements, and operational initiatives.
• Excellent…