Payroll Program Manager

Company seeks a strategic thought leader, change manager, unafraid to make executive level decisions. Entrepreneurial mindset and the ability to adjust priorities on the fly. The ideal individual will possess chameleon-like ability to not only sustain a high level of competencies and results, but the ability to adapt and launch new systems domestically and abroad (CANADA, The Netherlands, France, and others)Own and manage the project plans for Payroll programs, projects, and processesDrive and execute the project plans, including change management and adoptionUnderstand numerous, interrelated Payroll processes and toolsEnable business evolution by helping to define and successfully implement payroll-related capabilitiesAnticipate, assess, and manage issues and risks independentlyQuickly resolve issues when they arise; address the root cause and recommend mitigation plans to build business resilienceContinuously drive improvements, automation, communication, and education to increase quality, improve employee experience, and enable rapid scalingEnsure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and policiesEnsure data accuracy and process integrityCollaborate closely with our internal Business, HR, and Finance teamsBuild strong, collaborative relationships with key stakeholders (such as HR, Accounting, Finance, IT, business functions, and external service providers)Qualifications5 plus years of experience in operations and/or program managementProven work experience in PayrollHands-on experience with Payroll, Time and Attendance, and Human Resources Information SystemsDiverse HR experience (payroll, operations, benefits, immigration, etc.) preferredGlobal or international company experience preferredExcellent project management and organizational skills, including the ability to manage effectively numerous concurrent projects and tasks in a fast-paced and rapidly growing environmentExcellent written and oral communications, including education and change managementExcellent analytical and decision-making abilitiesDemonstrated ability to support operationsDemonstrated ability to design and improve operational processesDemonstrated ability to drive process improvementsDemonstrated delivery of results through influence and cross-functional collaborationA self-starter, who will take the initiative to lead and drive improvements without constant directionBachelors degree or certification in operations management, Human Resources Management, or another relevant field, or equivalent experience