Global Senior Payroll Analyst

About Centric Software: Centric Software is a global leader, providing an innovative and AI-enabled product-concept-to-commercialization platform for retailers, brands and manufacturers of all sizes. We equip retail, fashion, luxury, footwear, outdoor, home and consumer goods brands with pioneering best‑of‑breed solutions to plan, design, develop, source, comply, buy, make, price, allocate, sell and replenish products. Our technology powers brands to streamline processes, drive efficiency and operate with confidence in an ever‑changing market.

Job Overview: A keen eye for detail and precision is imperative for this role, as is the ability to analyze, troubleshoot, and articulate significant discoveries effectively. We are seeking an exceptional team player who possesses a robust comprehension of payroll processes, compliance protocols, and payroll systems. The ideal candidate will be driven to enhance processes collaboratively with cross‑functional team members, with the aim of achieving scalability. This position will report directly to the Global Payroll Manager, based in the United States.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee end‑to‑end global payroll processing across multiple regions in EMEA and AMER.
• Serve as the System Administrator for ADP Workforce Now, UKG One View, and Workday, ensuring continuous updates and maintenance.
• Ensure precise, compliant, and punctual processing of payroll for both domestic and international operations.
• Record transactions meticulously in designated payroll bank accounts, covering payroll net pay and payroll taxes.
• Collaborate with third‑party payroll providers, offering strategic guidance on business requirements and addressing payroll‑related issues effectively.
• Maintain close communication with third‑party payroll providers to guarantee timely fulfillment of monthly, quarterly, and annual payroll tax filings.
• Ensure adherence to all local statutory payroll regulations and fringe benefit reporting requirements.
• Uphold compliance with tax regulations, wage and hour labor laws.
• Execute and oversee monthly payroll closing tasks.
• Lead special projects, such as process documentation and enhancements, system updates, integrations, upgrades, or implementations, including the re‑implementation of international payroll systems.
• Assist with internal control policies, procedures, and compliance standards related to the payroll process.
• Deliver exceptional payroll support to all employees and cross‑functional teams by promptly addressing inquiries, concerns, and requests with professionalism and accuracy.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and recommend scalable solutions to improve payroll operational efficiency without compromising accuracy.
• Conduct regular payroll audits and prepare comprehensive supporting schedules for external auditors to ensure compliance and accuracy in financial reporting.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or relevant field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in global payroll processing, with a minimum employee base of 300.
• Demonstrated experience of at least 8 years in leading end‑to‑end payroll processes for multinational organizations.
• Familiarity with ADP Workforce Now, Workday, or UKG OneView is highly desirable, though not mandatory.
• Exceptional ability to prioritize tasks and work effectively under tight deadlines.
• Proficient problem‑solving skills coupled with strong analytical and project management abilities.
• Capacity to operate within a highly confidential environment, maintaining discretion and integrity.
• Skilled in analyzing large datasets and presenting key insights to leadership confidently.
• Proven track record of collaborating with cross‑functional teams, including legal, HR, tax, payroll, accounting, and finance departments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suites, especially Excel, including creating and managing spreadsheets, performing data analysis, using formulas and functions, creating charts and graphs, and working with pivot tables.

EEO Statement: Centric Software provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status or genetic information.