About Our Client
The organization operates within the commerce media industry, providing a technology platform that helps brands and agencies optimize advertising performance across more than 100 global retail media networks. Managing over $12 billion in advertising spend and serving more than 70,000 brands and agencies, the platform combines real-time data and AI technology to help businesses expand their reach and improve advertising outcomes.
About the Opportunity
The Sr. Manager, Global Payroll & HRIS leads payroll operations and HRIS initiatives, with a primary focus on U.S. payroll. This role ensures accurate and compliant payroll processing, strengthens scalable payroll practices, and partners with Finance, HR, Benefits, Compensation, and Treasury teams to support a growing global workforce. The position also oversees payroll operations across international locations operating under PEO arrangements and drives HRIS data integrity, reporting, analytics, and process improvements.
Responsibilities
• Manage U.S. payroll operations, including bi-weekly, off-cycle, and incentive payrolls.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local U.S. payroll tax requirements across applicable jurisdictions.
• Partner with the Benefits team to manage employee contribution and eligibility changes affecting payroll.
• Process off-cycle payments, including severance, bonuses, reimbursements, and other special payments.
• Oversee payroll validation for exempt and non-exempt employees to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare and validate annual W-2s and coordinate tax filings with external payroll and tax partners.
• Respond to unemployment claims, wage verification requests, garnishments, and other payroll-related inquiries.
• Use advanced Excel capabilities to analyze and manage complex payroll datasets.
• Develop scalable payroll processes, controls, and procedures to support organizational growth.
• Build strong partnerships with Finance, HR, Compensation, Benefits, Treasury, and other cross-functional stakeholders.
• Oversee payroll compliance and local practices across EU markets and other international locations operating under PEO arrangements.
• Lead HRIS data integrity initiatives, including process flows, reporting, analytics, and system improvements.
• Leverage AI and automation opportunities to improve HRIS reporting, payroll processes, and operational efficiency.
• Establish effective controls and documentation to support payroll accuracy, compliance, and audit readiness.
• Provide strategic guidance on payroll and HRIS operations to leadership and key stakeholders.
Requirements
• Minimum 12 years of progressive experience in payroll, HR operations, HRIS, or related functions, including senior leadership experience.
• Proven experience leading significant payroll, HRIS, or people operations functions.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. payroll processing and payroll tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
• Experience managing international payroll operations, preferably within PEO or multi-country environments.
• Demonstrated ability to develop scalable processes, controls, and operational strategies.
• Strong financial and operational management skills, including experience working with complex payroll data.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capabilities.
• Experience with HRIS platforms, data integrity, reporting, and process management.
• Strong strategic planning and long-term execution skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence senior stakeholders.
• Strong executive-level presentation, communication, and influencing skills.
• Experience with leader development, team management, and succession planning.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, global environment while managing multiple priorities.
Pay Range and Compensation Package
• Annual base salary range: $130,000–$160,000 USD.
• Eligibility for additional annual bonus compensation through applicable incentive plans.
• Actual compensation may vary based on experience, skills, abilities, internal equity, market data, and other relevant factors.
Benefits & Perks
• Flexible paid time off.
• Paid holidays and floating holidays.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions.
• Life insurance and pet insurance.
• 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Up to two paid days off annually for volunteering with a 501(c) organization.
• Paid parental leave.
• Company-subsidized memberships to wellness platforms.
• Access to fertility and family-building resources.
Equal Opportunity Statement: Our client is an equal opportunity employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin.
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