Senior Manager, Payroll

Lead and develop the global Payroll team, establishing clear standards for accuracy, reliability, and business continuity

Oversee end-to-end payroll processing for 1,800+ global employees, including audits, reconciliations, and payroll journal entries

Ensure timely submission of all required government filings, remittances, and pension contributions

Partner with HR, Finance, and Legal to align payroll practices with employment agreements, company policy, and local legislation

Act as the primary escalation point for complex payroll issues and inquiries

Stay current on payroll laws, tax treatments, regulations, and best practices across all countries where the organization operates

Contribute to the development, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of payroll operating procedures and best practices, identifying opportunities for streamlining and automation in collaboration with Human Resources

Review annual bonus payout calculations and support payroll-related inputs for corporate tax filings and incentive programs

Provide payroll variance analysis and support other finance-related requests as needed

Support the implementation of new technology and process improvement initiatives, coordinating with cross-functional partners including HR, Enterprise Systems, and external consultants

Assist with ad hoc departmental projects as required

Maintain strict confidentiality of all payroll information and documentation

7+ years of progressive global payroll experience in mid-to-large organizations, with a strong understanding of payroll legislation, statutory requirements, and complex pay scenarios including commissions, incentives, variable compensation, retroactive adjustments, and year-end processes

People-focused leader with 3+ years of leadership experience, recognized for coaching and developing teams, setting clear priorities, maintaining strong controls, and remaining calm and decisive in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments

Experience supporting a distributed, high-growth workforce in a fast-paced technology environment

Hands-on experience with Canadian, US, and UK payroll; knowledge of Swiss, Swedish, Spanish, or Australian payroll considered an asset

Experience supporting global expansion initiatives, including the use of Employer of Record (EOR) models, considered an asset

Diploma or degree in Business Administration or a related field, including coursework in Accounting;
Payroll Leadership Professional (PLP) or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation preferred

Experience implementing Human Capital Management (HCM) systems highly preferred

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Exceptional numerical accuracy with strong attention to detail

Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion

Highly adaptable with strong organizational and self-management skills

Ability to effectively prioritize and manage a dynamic workload

Strong ownership mindset with a clear focus on deadlines and deliverables

Excellent verbal communication skills and the ability to write clear, concise, professional business correspondence