Global Payroll Manager

LifeWorks, Inc. • $90K — $120K *
Durham, NC 27713In-Person
Business Services
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Qualifications

  • 3-7 years of payroll experience with multi-country operations
  • Expertise in SAP SuccessFactors and ECP
  • Deep understanding of payroll laws and regulations globally
  • Proven experience in team leadership and mentoring
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
  • Proficiency in payroll systems and advanced Excel capabilities

Responsibilities

  • Lead global payroll operations across 10+ countries for 1,500+ employees
  • Drive migration and simplification initiatives as a payroll subject matter expert
  • Develop standardized procedures and compliance frameworks for diverse jurisdictions
  • Mentor and build a high-performing global payroll team
  • Oversee payroll administration, reconciliations, and data accuracy
  • Manage critical payroll functions including annual processing and year-end reviews
  • Participate in strategic initiatives to improve global payroll efficiency

Benefits

  • Remote work opportunity available to candidates nationwide in the USA
Full Job Description
* This opportunity is remote, therefore open to all candidates nationwide in the USA *

What You'll Do
  • Lead and manage a global payroll team across 10+ countries (Australia, Brazil, Canada, Germany, United States, United Kingdom, Mexico, Slovakia, Poland, and China), ensuring accurate, timely payroll processing for 1,500+ employees while serving as backup processor for critical regions
  • Drive the ECP to S/4 migration and Payroll Simplification initiatives as subject matter expert, collaborating with IT, Finance, and cross-functional teams to modernize systems and reduce operational complexity
  • Develop and maintain standardized payroll procedures and compliance frameworks for each country, staying current with evolving State, Federal, local, and international payroll regulations and reporting requirements
  • Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing payroll team through cross-training programs, knowledge transfer initiatives, and continuous professional development to reduce legacy system dependency and strengthen team capability
  • Oversee payroll operations including quarterly reconciliations, involuntary deductions processing, benefits and tax deductions, wage verifications, and ad-hoc reporting; resolve discrepancies between HRIS and accounting systems to ensure data accuracy
  • Manage critical payroll administration functions including Blue Marble system administration, ECP issue resolution and testing, annual increases and bonuses processing, year-end reviews, PTO liability reporting, and workers' compensation management for Australia
  • Participate in strategic initiatives and steering committees (Bi-Weekly Steer-Co, Cost Center Project, SSO Blue Marble, Tax Cleanup, M&A integrations) to drive continuous improvement, streamline processes, and enhance operational efficiency across the global payroll function
  • Foster strong cross-functional collaboration within TELUS Agriculture while actively partnering with the global community to align payroll operations with broader organizational goals.

What You Bring
  • 3-7 years of progressive payroll experience, including multi-country/international payroll operations and compliance management
  • SAP SuccessFactors expertise with demonstrated ability to manage payroll systems, reporting, and data integration. Experience with ECP a must.
  • Deep knowledge of State, Federal, local, and international payroll laws, regulations, tax withholding requirements, and reporting obligations across multiple jurisdictions
  • Proven team leadership and people development experience, with ability to mentor, coach, and build high-performing teams in a global environment
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to identify process improvements, resolve complex payroll discrepancies, and drive operational efficiency
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with ability to collaborate effectively across HR, Finance, Legal, and IT departments globally
  • Proficiency with payroll systems (ADP SmartCompliance experience a plus) and advanced Excel/reporting capabilities

Great-to-Haves
  • Fluency in Spanish/Portuguese, particularly for managing payroll operations in Mexico and Brazil
  • Proficiency in Blue Marble system administration and familiarity with banking platforms (e.g., Bank of Montreal, HSBC).
  • Familiarity with SAP S/4HANA implementation projects and system migration best practices


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