Global Payroll Manager

Rimkus - Houston, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Houston, TX

Food and Beverage Retailers

About the position

The Global Payroll Manager at Rimkus is responsible for leading the selection, implementation, and ongoing operation of global payroll systems across multiple regions, including North America, the UK, Singapore, Malaysia, New Zealand, and Australia. This role ensures compliance with local regulations, oversees payroll processing, and manages relationships with payroll providers while optimizing payroll operations for efficiency and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Lead the process to evaluate, select, and onboard a global payroll provider that can support multi-country payroll operations.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to assess requirements and ensure the provider meets operational needs across all regions.
• Lead the implementation, integration, and optimization of global payroll systems and tools in various regions.
• Collaborate with local HR and finance teams to gather data and customize payroll processes for each region.
• Oversee and ensure the accurate and timely processing of payroll for employees in all regions.
• Ensure payroll compliance with local and international laws, tax regulations, and reporting requirements.
• Implement and maintain payroll processes and controls to ensure accuracy and compliance in all payroll-related functions.
• Act as the primary point of contact for all payroll-related matters globally, addressing and resolving inquiries, discrepancies, or issues as needed.
• Develop and implement payroll policies, procedures, and best practices across all regions.
• Continuously monitor payroll operations and work to improve efficiency, accuracy, and employee satisfaction.
• Prepare and submit all required payroll-related reports to government authorities.
• Manage internal and external audits related to payroll, providing necessary documentation and support.
• Manage and mentor HR payroll team members and provide leadership and training to finance and HR teams on payroll processes and systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in payroll management, with at least 2-3 years managing global/multi-country payroll.
• Proven experience in selecting and implementing global payroll systems across multiple countries.
• Strong understanding of payroll compliance requirements in the UK, Singapore, Malaysia, New Zealand, and Australia.
• Experience working with payroll software and HRIS systems (e.g., ADP, UKG, Workday, SAP, etc.).
• Strong project management skills with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Nice-to-haves

• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or equivalent certification preferred.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized, with a commitment to accuracy and process improvement.
• Ability to work independently and handle confidential information with discretion.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Vision insurance