Global Payroll Manager

Overview

This role is responsible for running payroll end to end for approximately 190 employees across the US, Canada, France, and the UK. Payroll is processed in Rippling: US and Canada semi-monthly, and France and UK monthly. The position focuses on accurate processing, corrections, payroll-to-book reconciliation, and close collaboration with HR and Finance.

Responsibilities

• Process and manage payroll in Rippling for:
  • US and Canada (semi-monthly)
  • France and the UK (monthly)
• Review each payroll run for accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.
• Manage corrections as needed, including off-cycle runs, retroactive adjustments, and reversals.
• Reconcile payrolls and validate benefits deductions and contributions for accuracy.
  • Reconcile payroll impact to enrollments and carrier/provider invoices (with HR owning benefits administration).
• Gather and validate inputs for irregular earnings (e.g., bonus, commission, severance, hourly pay) in coordination with the teams that calculate them.
• Review expense reimbursement requests in line with policy and sync to ERP for appropriate accounting.
• Own state tax registrations and coordinate between states and Rippling as new locations are added.
• Manage unemployment claims and garnishments, with support from HR.
• Partner with HR to oversee 401(k) and pension programs, ensuring contributions are processed accurately, on time, and in compliance with plan requirements.
• Assist with workers' compensation audits and other payroll-related audits.
• Stay current on payroll laws and tax regulations in every jurisdiction where payroll is processed.
• Manage relationships with vendors and government agencies for payroll taxes and filings.
• Support year-end activities, including W-2s, T4s and Relevé 1s, P60s, etc.
• Answer employee questions about pay and deductions clearly and with care.
• Lead process improvement and automation in Rippling, including reporting, workflows, and integrations.
• Protect employee data confidentiality and security across all payroll systems.

Requirements

• 7+ years of progressive payroll experience, including U.S. payroll management.
• Experience running payroll in more than one system.
• Experience running payroll in at least one other country (Canada, U.K., EMEA, or similar).
• Deep understanding of payroll compliance, multi-state tax registration, filing, and reporting requirements.
• Experience reconciling payroll and resolving corrections.
• Deep familiarity with employee benefit types in the US and internationally, and how they flow through payroll.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset, including with HR and Finance.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related business field (strongly preferred).

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on Rippling experience.
• Experience in a high-growth SaaS or tech company.
• Experience with HRIS or accounting/ERP integrations.
• A CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) or equivalent certification.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary base range: $115,000 to $135,000 USD/year.
• Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including skills, prior relevant experience, and specific work location.

US Benefits:

• Eligibility for Annual performance-linked bonus.
• Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, including a no-cost employee-only plan.
• Paid parental leave.
• 401(k) with a dollar-for-dollar company match up to 5%.
• Unlimited PTO, recharge days, and Christmas through New Year break.
• Wellness Reimbursement or HQ Gym access.
• Employee remote stipend.

Location

• 100% remote.
• Open to candidates in the United States.
• Candidates must currently reside in and be authorized to work in the United States.