Global Payroll Specialist

The Global Payroll Specialist plays a crucial role in managing and executing payroll processes across multiple countries, ensuring that employees are paid accurately and on time while complying with local tax laws and labour regulations. This position requires in-depth knowledge of international payroll systems and the ability to navigate the complexities of multi-country payroll, including handling different currencies, taxation systems, and benefits programs. The specialist ensures payroll accuracy by maintaining up-to-date data, processing payments, and managing deductions for tax, social security, and other withholdings in line with each country’s requirements.

• Manage the delivery of tier 1 and tier 2 payrolls in line with departmental KPIs and SLAs.
• Execute departmental-level projects and contribute to key results (KRs).
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment on payroll processes.
• Monitor and maintain payroll-related tools, including cost calculators and gross-to-net calculators.
• Provide expertise and support on customer calls for allocated payrolls.
• Complete all assigned tasks accurately and on time, including payroll accounting, payslip production, and payments.
• Act as a resource for payroll administrators, offering guidance, training, and support as needed.
• Drive knowledge creation by identifying gaps using Salesforce and developing knowledge articles.
• Document and maintain departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and process guides.
• Proactively communicate variances and changes to customers and stakeholders.
• Manage legislative changes impacting tier 1 and tier 2 payrolls, ensuring all effects are understood and communicated.
• Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) for all payroll-related processes.

• Payroll Knowledge: Strong understanding of payroll processing, systems, and regulations, particularly in multi-country contexts.
• Compliance Awareness: Knowledge of local and international tax laws, labour regulations, and statutory reporting requirements.
• Technical Proficiency: Experience with payroll software, HRIS, and related tools for efficient payroll processing.
• Attention to Detail: High level of precision in payroll data processing and tax calculations.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyse payroll data, identify discrepancies, and ensure accurate reporting and reconciliation.
• Problem-Solving Abilities: Skilled at troubleshooting payroll discrepancies and compliance issues.
• Process Improvement: Proactive in identifying inefficiencies and recommending payroll process enhancements.
• Time Management: Strong organisational skills to manage multiple payroll cycles and meet deadlines.
• Vendor Coordination: Experience working with external payroll vendors to ensure compliance and seamless operations.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Ability to work with HR, Finance, and Legal teams to ensure payroll alignment with company policies.
• Communication Skills: Clear verbal and written communication to address employee queries and collaborate with global teams.
• Confidentiality: Professionalism and discretion in handling sensitive payroll data.
• Cultural Awareness: Understanding of diverse cultural practices for effective payroll management across various countries.
• Adaptability: Flexibility to work in a fast-paced environment and adjust to changing regulations or organisational needs.
• Continuous Learning: Commitment to staying current with global payroll best practices, industry standards, and regulatory changes.

• As a remote and distributed team, you can do your best work from anywhere you are the happiest 
• Social Insurance as per country regulations
• Trust-based work – organise your own schedule. We want to celebrate results, not hours spent working
• WorkFlex - easily workation from your dream destination*
• Well-Being Day - a dedicated day off to disconnect and recharge
• Subsidised gym membership subscription
• Training and development and mental health allowance
• Opportunities to get to know some of your colleagues at our offices 
• Regular virtual events and annual team meetups

*Some benefits may vary due to local law and regulations.

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** WorkMotion is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive environment that embraces individuals of diverse backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, disabilities.