Airship Syndicate
Payroll Manager
Remote - U.S · Contract
Sponsorship not specified$90k-$125kDetected 7 days ago
C++Data AnalysisComplianceProject ManagementStakeholder ManagementAccountingExcelSAPProcess ImprovementHRISLeadershipCommunicationProblem SolvingTime ManagementMentoringInternal AuditVariance Analysis
About the role
- Your primary focus will be on building a robust, accurate, compliant, and high-functioning payroll operation through the establishment of standardized processes, policies, and best practices.
- This role requires deep payroll expertise, strong project management skills, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, external vendors, and stakeholders across multiple jurisdictions.
- As Airship's Global Payroll Manager, you will be responsible for leading and managing payroll operations across the U.S. and international regions (e.g., UK, France, Germany, Singapore, India), while driving the development, documentation, and continuous improvement of Airship's global payroll function.
Responsibilities
- Oversee and manage end-to-end payroll operations for U.S. multi-state payroll and international payrolls including the UK, France, Germany, Singapore, Canada, Ireland, and India
- Manage complex payroll scenarios and document payroll practices and procedures
- Perform payroll accounting activities, including posting journal entries and reconciling payroll general ledger accounts
- Develop, document, and implement global payroll policies, procedures, and controls to ensure accuracy, compliance, and data security
- Evaluate current payroll processes and systems, identify gaps or inefficiencies, and implement best practices and streamlined workflows
- Establish and maintain strong payroll controls, including reconciliation procedures, spot checks, variance analysis, and audit trails
- Lead payroll system enhancements, upgrades, and integrations to improve efficiency and reporting
- Drive standardization and automation of payroll processes across all regions while accommodating local regulatory requirements
- Conduct periodic payroll audits and collaborate with internal and external auditors to ensure data accuracy, identify discrepancies, and resolve payroll-related issues promptly
- Manage payroll data integrity and maintain employee records in compliance with data protection regulations (including GDPR)
Requirements
- Experience managing payroll vendors and ensuring compliance with service level agreements
- Proficiency in implementing payroll system solutions
- Proficiency in UKG Payroll and Reporting and G-Suite applications, particularly Sheets/Excel for data analysis and reporting
- Experience experimenting with AI tools in your personal or professional life - or an eagerness to learn!
- Experience leading payroll transformation initiatives, including system implementations and process standardization
- Familiarity with HRIS systems (e.g., UKG, ADP, SAP) and their integration with payroll systems
- Experience with payroll in a SaaS or technology company environment
Compensation
- The starting base pay range for this position is: $90,000-$125,000 USD per year.
- Base pay is part of the total compensation package and is determined by a variety of factors such as relevant skills, work experience, business priorities, market demands, and location.
- Partner with local service providers to process monthly international payrolls, ensuring accurate and timely processing of salary calculations, deductions, statutory contributions, garnishments, commissions, and benefits
- Coordinate year-end and new year payroll processes and HRIS setup, including earnings and deductions configuration, payroll schedules, tax reporting, annual statements, and country and state-specific compliance filings
- Manage state and local reporting and filing requirements, workers' compensation reporting, payments, and annual audit
Benefits
- Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance options for you and your dependents
- Flexible time off, company paid holidays, paid parental leave, and paid volunteer time off
- Support for your overall wellbeing with mental health and wellness resources
- Employer-subsidized life insurance as well as short-term and long-term disability
- A digital-first work environment and a monthly stipend to support remote work
Visa & Work Authorization
- Depending on your location, you may have the right to request human review of any AI-assisted employment decision or to opt out of AI evaluation.
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