Global Payroll Manager

Overview

This role involves running global payroll end to end for approximately 190 employees across the US, Canada, France, and the UK. Payroll is processed in Rippling: US and Canada are run semi-monthly, and France and the UK are run monthly. The role includes handling payroll corrections, reconciling payroll to the books, and partnering closely with HR and Finance each cycle.

This position is 100% remote and is open to candidates currently residing in and authorized to work in the United States.

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
  • reversals
• Reconcile payrolls and validate benefits deductions and contributions for accuracy.
• Coordinate with HR benefits administration to reconcile payroll impact to enrollments and to carrier/provider invoices.
• Gather and validate inputs for irregular earnings (e.g., bonus, commission, severance, hourly pay) in coordination with the teams that calculate them.
• Review and process expense reimbursement requests in line with policy, and sync to the 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 accurate, on time, and compliant with plan requirements.
• Assist HR with workers’ compensation audits and other payroll-related audits.
• Stay current on payroll laws and tax regulations across every operating jurisdiction.
• 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 with clarity and 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 with more than one payroll processing 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, including how they flow through payroll.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related business field (strongly preferred).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to stay organized across multiple deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset, including working with HR and Finance.

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 include:

• 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 currently residing in and authorized to work in the United States.