Global Payroll Manager
$31,200–$31,200 year
On-siteRaleigh, North Carolina, United States
Job Summary
Global Payroll Manager to lead end-to-end payroll operations across the company’s international footprint, serving as the subject-matter expert for global payroll accuracy, compliance, and continual process improvement. You will work closely with regional payroll specialists and collaborate with HR and Finance to design scalable payroll processes that align with growth in a technology-enabled environment. The role combines individual contributor responsibilities with oversight, and is suited for a Payroll Specialist ready to assume broader accountability. Responsibilities include executing bi-monthly US and Canada payrolls, overseeing end-to-end payroll across all countries in scope, serving as the primary escalation point for complex issues, partnering with regional teams to standardize processes, maintaining payroll calendars and funding timelines, ensuring compliance with local laws, supporting internal/external audits, and driving system enhancements (e.g., ADP GlobalView/WFNow and Ceridian Dayforce) and SOP development. The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration with HR, Finance, and Talent Acquisition, process improvements for payroll systems, and providing guidance during new country expansions.
Required Qualifications
- 4–5 years of progressive payroll experience, with at least 2+ years in a global or multi-country payroll role.
- Demonstrated expertise in payroll compliance and tax regulations across multiple countries.
- Hands-on experience with ADP (GlobalView, Workforce Now, or equivalent) and Ceridian Dayforce, as well as the ability to navigate multiple payroll platforms.
- Strong understanding of payroll accounting principles and general ledger reconciliation.
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively across functions, including HR, Finance, Legal, and external vendors
- Exceptional attention to detail, with a track record of maintaining payroll accuracy at scale.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex regulatory requirements and translate them into actionable process changes.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; comfortable presenting findings and recommendations to senior stakeholders.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel for payroll data analysis and reconciliation. Bachelor's Degree Required
Desired Qualifications
- Experience working with newly acquired business units.
- Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or equivalent certification.
- Familiarity with HRIS platforms such as Workday, BambooHR, or similar.
- Experience supporting new country payroll launches and workforce expansion initiatives.
- Knowledge of equity compensation payroll tax treatment (e.g., RSUs, equity incentive units) in a public or pre-IPO technology company.
- Experience with vendor management, including contract oversight and service level agreements with third-party payroll providers.
- We offer an attractive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our teammates:
- Employee base HSA plan, dental, life and short-term disability coverage 100% paid for by Prometheus Group
- HSA & FSA plan options
- Retirement Savings with Generous Company Match & Immediate Vesting
- Gym membership to O2 Fitness
- Casual dress attire
- Half-Day Fridays
- Generous Paid Time Off
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