Payroll Manager

at Airship

Remote

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Responsibilities

Oversee and manage end-to-end payroll operations for U.S. multi-state payroll and international payrolls including the UK, France, Germany, Singapore, Canada, Ireland, and India
Review and validate payroll inputs and outputs, including employee data, timesheets, benefits, and deductions
Manage complex payroll scenarios and document payroll practices and procedures
Perform payroll accounting activities, including posting journal entries and reconciling payroll general ledger accounts
Coordinate year-end and new year payroll processes and HRIS setup, including earnings and deductions configuration, payroll schedules, tax reporting, annual statements, and country and state-specific compliance filings
Develop, document, and implement global payroll policies, procedures, and controls to ensure accuracy, compliance, and data security
Evaluate current payroll processes and systems, identify gaps or inefficiencies, and implement best practices and streamlined workflows
Establish and maintain strong payroll controls, including reconciliation procedures, spot checks, variance analysis, and audit trails
Lead payroll system enhancements, upgrades, and integrations to improve efficiency and reporting
Drive standardization and automation of payroll processes across all regions while accommodating local regulatory requirements
Ensure compliance with local payroll regulations, tax laws, and statutory
Conduct periodic payroll audits and collaborate with internal and external auditors to ensure data accuracy, identify discrepancies, and resolve payroll-related issues promptly
Manage payroll data integrity and maintain employee records in compliance with data protection regulations (including GDPR)
Administer ongoing 401k processes and employee-employer contribution plans, including coordination of audit-related activities
Manage relationships with international payroll service providers, ensuring service level agreements are met and escalations are addressed promptly; evaluate vendor effectiveness and lead vendor selection processes when necessary
Collaborate with People Ops, Finance, and IT teams to gather payroll requirements, ensure accurate reporting, support cross-functional initiatives, and integrate payroll systems with HRIS, time and attendance systems, and other relevant platforms
Develop and deliver payroll training programs to People Ops, Finance, and relevant teams to enhance knowledge and ensure adherence to global payroll processes and procedures

Requirements

Airship’s no-code, AI-powered platform was designed with non-technical, growth-focused teams in mind, making it easy to create, test and orchestrate hyper-personalized experiences across all channels.

With the ability to easily enrich customer data and rapidly launch growth experiments, Airship enables brands to deliver consistent, meaningful interactions that accelerate conversion and foster deeper customer relationships.

This role requires deep payroll expertise, strong project management skills, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, external vendors, and stakeholders across multiple jurisdictions. What You'll Do

experience as a Global/International Payroll Manager or similar role, with demonstrated responsibility for managing end-to-end payroll operations across multiple countries and regions, including in-depth knowledge of U.S. multi-state payroll and familiarity with UK and/or France/Germany/Singapore/India payroll regulations and compliance requirements •

Experience developing and documenting payroll policies, procedures, and internal controls

Strong understanding of payroll best practices, including reconciliation, audit procedures, and quality assurance processes, with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to handle complex, multi-jurisdictional payroll calculations and transformation challenges •

Experience managing payroll vendors and ensuring compliance with service level agreements

Proficiency in implementing payroll system solutions; strong project management skills with the ability to lead process improvement and system implementation initiatives

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to address sensitive employee payroll concerns with patience and discretion while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams, external stakeholders, and employees

Understanding of data protection regulations (GDPR, etc.) and confidentiality

Proficiency in UKG Payroll and Reporting and G-Suite applications, particularly Sheets/Excel for data analysis and reporting •

Experience experimenting with AI tools in your personal or professional life - or an eagerness to learn! We'd Be Delighted If You Also Have •

Experience leading payroll transformation initiatives, including system implementations and process standardization

Familiarity with HRIS systems (e.g., UKG, ADP, SAP) and their integration with payroll systems •

Experience with payroll in a SaaS or technology company environment

Professional certification in payroll (e.g., CPP, FPC, CIPP) or project management is advantageous

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