Senior Payroll Specialist

• The Senior Global Payroll Specialist plays a critical role in ensuring the seamless processing of payroll across multiple countries
• This position requires a detail-oriented professional with deep expertise in payroll compliance, general ledger functions, and international payroll operations
• Working independently with minimal supervision, you will be responsible for ensuring payroll accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in a high-growth, fast-paced environment
• End-to-End Payroll Processing: Accurately process scheduled monthly payrolls for salaried and hourly employees across multiple countries, including bonuses, commissions, and off-cycle payroll runs
• Payroll Compliance & Accuracy: Ensure payroll adheres to local labor laws, tax regulations, and company policies while maintaining strict internal controls
• Audit & Reconciliation: Conduct detailed audits of payroll data, validate reports, and reconcile payroll before and after transmission
• Payroll Documentation: Maintain accurate payroll records, ensuring compliance with audit and reporting requirements
• HR & Payroll Data Management: Track and review UKG’s HR payroll Integration files files for compensation updates, benefit changes, and new hires
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with HR, Accounting, Legal, Operations, and third-party vendors to ensure payroll accuracy and resolve discrepancies
• Global Payroll Coordination: Partner with UKG to ensure smooth payroll processing and compliance in international markets
• Employee Support & Communication: Address payroll-related inquiries, providing clear and timely resolutions to employee concerns
• Reporting & Analysis: Prepare payroll-related financial reports for , Accounting, and Finance teams as needed
• Year-End Processing & Tax Compliance: Assist with year-end reporting and collaborate with UKG to complete international tax filings
• General Ledger & Accounting: Manage payroll-related journal entries and support month-end and year-end closing processes
• As a key member of the Global Payroll team, you will collaborate with global finance, HR, and payroll service providers to enhance payroll processes and ensure timely and compliant payroll execution

Benefits

• Company equity
• Retirement programs
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Paid holidays and “wellness” days and company wide winter break
• Generous, flexible time off
• 6 months fully paid parental leave
• Learning & Development stipend
• Opportunities to volunteer and give back, including charitable donation match
• Free resources and support for your mental wellbeing

Requirements

• Payroll Experience: 5+ years of global payroll experience, including working with third-party payroll providers, are required
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Excel, Word, and MS Office, with experience in payroll software systems.
• Experience with the implementation of payroll software systems
• Analytical & Detail-Oriented: Strong numerical and analytical skills with a keen eye for accuracy in payroll processing
• Compliance Expertise: Strong understanding of payroll regulations, tax laws, and international payroll compliance requirements
• Confidentiality & Integrity: Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism
• Communication & Problem-Solving: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to address employee concerns and collaborate effectively with various teams
• Education & Certification: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, or a related field
• Team Player Mentality: Strong work ethic with a proactive, solution-driven approach to challenges. A desire or willingness to expand knowledge to new areas/geographies
• Organizational & Multitasking Abilities: Proven ability to manage multiple payroll cycles, meet deadlines, and prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment

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