Payroll Manager

Overview

A leading financial valuation firm is seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to lead and oversee end-to-end payroll operations across multiple US regions and a global workforce. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate and compliant payroll execution while driving continuous improvement, scalability, and efficiency in the global payroll function.

Responsibilities

• Manage global payroll operations, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing across all regions
• Serve as the subject matter expert on international and multi-US state payroll regulations, tax requirements, and compliance standards
• Collaborate cross-functionally with HR, Finance, Legal, and external vendors (including PEO, benefit brokers, HRIS vendors) to ensure seamless payroll integration and data integrity
• Drive strategic improvements by evaluating and enhancing payroll systems, processes, and workflows
• Manage relationships with payroll providers and vendors to ensure service quality and cost efficiency
• Implement scalable payroll solutions to support company growth, including new country expansions
• Establish and monitor internal controls, audits, and reporting to mitigate risk and ensure compliance
• Provide payroll insights and reporting to senior leadership to support decision-making

Requirements

• Significant experience in global payroll management, preferably within a fast-paced, international organization
• Strong knowledge of multi-country and multi-US state payroll compliance and regulations
• Demonstrated experience leading payroll transformations or system implementations
• Ability to operate strategically and hands-on
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• High attention to detail with a continuous improvement mindset

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 401(k) profit-sharing retirement plan
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
• Voluntary group medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life and disability coverage

Location

The Chief Talent Officer is based in the New York City office. Ideal candidates will be located in New York City, Boston, Los Angeles, or Chicago, where offices exist. Remote candidates who meet the role requirements will also be considered.