Global Payroll Country Lead - US

Extensive payroll experience in a client payroll environment. Expert legislative knowledge in said country/region. Payroll implementation experience. Strong communication skills for explaining payroll processes and issues to customers and other stakeholders. Deep knowledge in using local payroll tools and software tools like SAP, Excel / Google Sheet. An analytical mindset with great problem-solving abilities. Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, international work environment. Experience in accounting/reconciliations. Writes and speaks fluent English.

Act as a subject matter expert for the specified country/region. Attend Sales calls as the Country Payroll Lead. Participate in Sales hand-over, Lead client hand-over and client kick-off calls. Lead the planning, execution, and monitoring of global payroll implementation projects. Lead the process from inception through to Parallel runs and the first month of ‘Live’ payroll. Ensure a record of all decisions and provide visibility to Payroll Operations. Develop and maintain detailed project plans & timelines. Serve as the primary point of contact for all stakeholders. Develop and implement standardized payroll processes, project plans and procedures. Provide ongoing support during and after implementation. Support the wider implementation team and ops team. Have a focus on KPIs and SLAs. Skilled in implementing and improving processes. Ability to mentor, support and lead Payroll Generalists. Complete UAT testing through to shipping and ensure all changes are documented.