Senior Manager, Global Payroll

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WP Engine is seeking a seasoned, detail-oriented Senior Manager to lead our global payroll team. As we expand our US and International operations, you’ll have the opportunity to standardize payroll practices across all locations, drive process change, and partner with the business. By using your expertise in Workday and Payroll processes, you’ll be able to make a lasting impact on our growing organization.
 

As a Senior Manager, Global Payroll you will be responsible for aspects of payroll processing, ensuring accuracy, compliance and timely payments of employees at our organization. The right candidate will be an experienced payroll leader adept at building a Global payroll function. This is an exciting opportunity to drive the strategic direction for payroll while leading through change in a fast-growing, multinational company. We are looking for someone that is passionate about building strong teams, facilitating effective change management, and building strong business partnerships all while delivering a best-in-class payroll experience for our employees.
 

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing, including collecting, calculating and inputting payroll data for all employees

• Ensure accuracy and compliance with applicable laws, regulations and company policies while processing payroll

• Manage the Global Payroll team, investing in development of the team through effective goal setting and establishing metrics for tracking success

• Drive the global payroll strategy with a focus on improving and creating new, sustainable processes and procedures

• Build strong partnerships with internal business partners (Employee Experience, Finance and Accounting) to provide employees with an exceptional payroll experience

• Act as the payroll leader on system implementations and projects to enhance our HRIS and Payroll systems (ex: Workday HRIS, Global Benefits, Time-keeping, Cloudpay, etc.)

• Create and enhance procedures to ensure accurate, timely, and consistent delivery and reporting of all wage and tax data per federal, state, country regulations for the US and our International locations

• Lead the implementation of payroll processes for new countries as well as any integrations resulting from M&A activity

• Manage relationships with external payroll vendors

• Responsible for month-end close, including reviewing/approving journal entries, account reconciliations, and payroll accruals

• Lead the development, implementation, and management of financial controls and processes for the payroll team
   

Minimum qualifications:

• 10+ years of payroll or related experience

• 3-5 years of management experience

• Global payroll experience with Workday and Cloudpay required

• Knowledge and understanding of U.S. federal, state, and country laws related to payroll

• Experience leading complex cross-functional projects

• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, ability to provide excellent service to employees at all levels

• Working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)

• Ability to analyze and resolve complex payroll questions

• Ability to remain flexible in a fast-paced, constantly evolving environment

• Strong attention to detail

• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets
   

Preferred Skills:

• Netsuite experience is desired

• BA/BS in Accounting or related field

• American Payroll Association (APA) and Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) preferred

• Experience working in the software or services industry.

• Knowledge and expertise of sales commissions is a plus
   

• Ownership Mindset – Company stock options for every employee

• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans with choice and flexibility

• Fertility Support – Fertility and IVF drug coverage included

• Financial Wellness –

  • 401(k) with a 4% company match

  • Company HSA contributions ($750 individual / $1,500 family)

• Peace of Mind – 100% employer-paid short- and long-term disability insurance

• Time to Recharge – Generous PTO, 10 paid holidays, 4 company wellness days, and 1 floating holiday

• Family and Caregiver Leave – Fully paid leave for new parents and caregivers

• Remote Work Support – $500 one-time home office setup stipend

• Invest in You – $100 monthly wellness allowance and free Calm subscription

• Extra Protection – Pet insurance, accident and critical illness coverage, and legal and ID theft protection

• Career Growth – Ongoing education through LinkedIn Learning, Workday Learning, and our Career Growth Portal

Target Starting Compensation: 150k Base, 12% Bonus, + Equity

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We believe that compensation should be reflective of the impact you have within the organization relative to the market value of your role. The estimated base salary range for this position is as listed above. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay. Our salary ranges are determined by job role and responsibilities and level. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for salaries for the position nationwide. The actual base pay will vary based on various factors including job-related skills and individual qualifications objectively assessed during the interview process. Your talent acquisition partner can share more about the total rewards package at WP Engine including any additional total rewards components such as equity, variable pay plans (if applicable), and benefits during the hiring process.