Global Payroll Compliance Manager

7+ years of global payroll and compliance experience and deep experience with mergers and acquisitions Deep knowledge of U.S. federal and state tax regulations and global payroll practices Strong understanding of U.S. federal and state and global employment law Experience managing external payroll providers (e.g., ADP, Deel, Papaya Global, or similar) and related vendor relationships effectively Experience managing equity programs Meticulous, analytical, and highly organized, with a strong focus on accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, remote-first environment Excellent communication skills; able to explain complex payroll and compliance concepts clearly Proactive and process-driven with a track record of improving workflows and systems

Independently own and execute global payroll operations Maintain compliance with federal, state, and international tax and labor regulations Manage U.S. payroll compliance items Administer global payroll (e.g., UK, Canadian, Bulgarian) Lead preparation for and participation in related audits Support year-end and quarterly reporting Partner with the Talent Operations team to support new hire setup, compensation changes, and terminations Collaborate with external vendors and internal stakeholders to identify opportunities for process automation and system improvements Own global compliance projects Ensure a positive employee experience by responding promptly and professionally to payroll and tax-related inquiries Own all aspects of employment-related compliance administration Serve as the primary point of contact for relevant agencies Maintain records and documentation in accordance with legal requirements and company policy