At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead global payroll operations and ensure timely, accurate payroll processing across multiple regions.
- Company: Join Via, a leader in transforming public transportation with innovative technology.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible work options, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Be part of a dynamic team driving operational excellence in a high-growth company.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on global payroll strategy while working in a fast-paced environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in payroll management and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 100000 £ per year.
Via is on a mission to create public transportation systems that provide far greater access to jobs, healthcare, and education. Our platform serves as the technology backbone for modern transit networks, transforming antiquated and siloed public transportation systems into smart, data-driven, and efficient digital networks. With hundreds of agency partners around the world, Via is recognized as the leading transportation technology and service provider globally.
You will lead and scale payroll operations across our global footprint, ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely payroll delivery for employees across the United States, Europe, Israel, and other international markets supported through employer‑of‑record (EOR) and payroll partners. This role is responsible for global payroll strategy, payroll operations, compliance, vendor management, and payroll technology. You will build and develop a high‑performing global payroll organization, establish scalable processes and controls, and serve as a key partner to the Finance, Legal, People, and Operations teams. Success in this role requires a hands‑on leader who can operate strategically while remaining close to the details, driving operational excellence in a fast‑paced, high‑growth, and globally distributed environment.
What You'll Do
- Lead global payroll operations across all countries and entities, ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant payroll processing.
- Manage, coach, and develop a team of payroll managers and payroll professionals across multiple regions.
- Establish scalable payroll governance, controls, policies, and operating procedures that support a growing global workforce.
- Own relationships with global payroll providers, Employer of Record partners, tax advisors, and other payroll vendors, ensuring service quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Partner closely with People Operations to ensure the accurate and timely flow of employee data, including new hires, terminations, compensation changes, benefits, leave programs, equity transactions, and organizational changes.
- Partner with Finance, Accounting, Tax, Equity Administration, and Legal to ensure compliance with global payroll regulations and reporting requirements.
- Ensure accurate processing and reporting of equity compensation, including RSUs, stock options, and related payroll tax obligations.
- Drive payroll technology strategy and optimization, including Workday Payroll, global payroll platforms.
Global Head of Payroll New London employer: Via Transportation, Inc.
At Via, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that champions innovation and inclusivity in the public transportation sector. Our dynamic work culture fosters collaboration and professional growth, offering employees the opportunity to lead impactful projects while working alongside a diverse team of experts. With a commitment to employee development and a focus on creating efficient, data-driven solutions, Via provides a rewarding environment for those looking to make a meaningful difference in global transit systems.
