Light & Wonder, Inc

Senior Director, Global Payroll

Las Vegas, NV · Director

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 6 days ago

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About the role

The Senior Director, Global Payroll is responsible for end to end delivery of global payroll operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and consistency across all regions.
Direct global payroll operations, ensuring accurate and timely processing across all regions.
Identify and execute process improvements to enhance efficiency, standardization, and service delivery.

Oversee s a global payroll organization, including systems, processes, and vendor partnerships, t o deliver scalable, efficient, and consistent operations across a complex, multi country environment.
Partners cross functionally with People Capabilities, Finance, Legal, and Tax to manage risk, support business changes, and deliver a seamless creator and sci-player experience.
Builds strong, trusted partnerships with People Capabilities, Finance, Legal, and Tax to proactively address business needs, drive alignment, and enable informed decision making.
Define and implement payroll policies, controls, and procedures to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations.
Manage payroll systems, data integrity, and external partners to support operational effectiveness and scalability.
Lead, develop, and evaluate a global payroll team to ensure strong performance and capability development.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to support business initiatives, workforce changes, and risk management.
Provide oversight and support for payroll readiness during organizational changes, including acquisitions and restructures.

Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to lead and operate effectively in a complex, global environment, balancing strategic priorities with operational execution.
Strong knowledge of global payroll processes and the ability to apply sound judgment in navigating complex compliance and regulatory requirements.
Ability to establish structure, drive consistency, and maintain control in a dynamic and evolving business environment.
Demonstrated ability to analyze complex issues, identify root causes, and implement practical, sustainable solutions.
Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to effectively engage and align diverse stakeholders across functions and levels.
Ability to build, lead, and develop high-performing teams, fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Strong organizational and prioritization skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.

Experience across both in-house and outsourced payroll models and e xperience leading payroll system implementations or enhancements (e.g., ADP, Workday, or similar platforms) preferred

Ensure alignment of payroll operations, practices, and team behaviors with Light & Wonder's vision, mission, and values.

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