Global Head of Payroll, Tax & Risk Operations

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Oversee the global delivery team responsible for managing employee and payroll data, employment taxes, equity compensation, and operational risk processes.

• Develop and govern global business continuity strategies for People Operations workstreams.

• Design, implement, monitor, and regulate internal controls and business plans within HR People Operations.

• Collaborate with both internal and external auditors to manage, execute, monitor, report, and oversee audits across HR shared service areas.

• Suggest risk management strategies and best practices for shared services.

• Work alongside controllership and tax teams to establish local HR Services operational risk control frameworks.

• Assist Finance in executing procedures and ensuring timely, accurate account reconciliations.

• Lead regulatory projects and uphold compliance with regulatory system requirements.

• Conduct annual SOX testing and act as the Payroll SOX liaison for external auditors.

• Create and uphold Payroll and Benefits segregation-of-duties controls.

• Examine account reconciliations and financial transactions while addressing tax notifications.

• Guide regional and local teams on internal controls and compliance matters.

• Oversee project governance, operating rhythms, communications, reporting, and reviews.

• Manage HR operational risk, tax compliance, benefits compliance, and controllership standards.

• Monitor and research local, state, and federal regulations that are proposed or enacted.

• Serve as the primary contact for government investigations and inquiries.

• Design and facilitate training programs focused on regulatory and compliance education.

• Lead cross-functional teams and projects as an operational risk authority.

• Develop and present business solutions while maintaining a risk register.

• Formulate and uphold payroll policies and procedures that ensure data security, confidentiality, and accuracy.

• Guarantee business continuity through the design and documentation of plans with regional delivery teams.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 10 years of experience in Human Resources and HR Operations Service Delivery.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college.

• In-depth expertise in payroll governance, controllership, or related operational risk management within a multinational organization.

• Extensive professional experience with payroll processes, regulatory compliance, and/or in an operations/service-oriented setting.

• Familiarity with global mobility programs.

• Experience with time and attendance systems.

• Proficiency in Workday, particularly in manufacturing contexts.

• Background in project management and process enhancement.

• Proven leadership capabilities with large global teams.

• Excellent oral and written communication abilities.

• Capacity to influence, advise, and guide senior operational leaders.

• Strategic judgment and capacity to navigate complex issues.

• Ability to assess information quality and analyze conflicting data.

• Competence in developing recommendations and solutions beyond established parameters.

• Skills in documentation, planning, marketing, and executing programs.

• Strong project management skills.

• Capability to transfer knowledge and foster development through coaching and mentoring.

• Exceptional consultative skills.

• Ability to work autonomously, lead, guide, and coordinate others within a defined budget.

• Experience in providing independent technical guidance and advice to HR stakeholders.

• Ability to adjust advisory style and tailor solutions to specific audiences.

• Detail-oriented, with strong numerical analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

• Comprehensive knowledge of regulatory and compliance obligations.

• Strong interpersonal and cross-cultural skills.

• Understanding of business finance.

• Must possess legal authorization to work in the United States.

• Successful completion of a drug screening, if applicable.

🏝️ Benefits

• Opportunities for professional development.

• Engaging and challenging career paths.

• Competitive salary and compensation packages.

• Comprehensive medical coverage.

• Dental insurance.

• Vision insurance.

• Prescription drug coverage.

• Access to a Health Coach from GE Vernova, a nurse-based resource available 24/7.

• Employee Assistance Program offering 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.

• GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan.

• Tax-advantaged 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions.

• Contributions to company retirement plans.

• Access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants.

• Tuition assistance programs.

• Adoption assistance benefits.

• Paid parental leave.

• Disability coverage.

• Life insurance options.

• 12 paid holidays each year.

• Flexible time off policies.

• Eligibility for a discretionary annual bonus.