Global Payroll Implementation Country Lead

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

📋 Description

• Serve as a genuine subject matter expert for the designated country or region.

• Participate in Sales calls as the Country Payroll Lead.

• Engage in Sales hand-over, lead client hand-over, and client kick-off calls.

• Oversee the planning, execution, and monitoring of global payroll implementation projects, ensuring timely completion.

• Manage the process from inception through to parallel runs and the initial month of 'Live' payroll prior to transitioning to Payroll Operations.

• Maintain a comprehensive record of all decisions made during the implementation process and ensure Payroll Operations have complete visibility, including any Standard Operating Procedures necessary for 'Business As Usual'.

• Create and sustain detailed project plans and timelines.

• Act as the primary contact for all stakeholders involved in the implementation process, including internal teams and customers.

• Develop and execute standardized payroll processes, project plans, and procedures to guarantee consistency and efficiency.

• Offer continuous support during and after implementation to address any issues or challenges.

• Assist the broader implementation team (including Payroll Generalists) and operations team.

• Focus on KPIs and SLAs.

• Proficient in implementing and enhancing processes.

• Capable of mentoring, supporting, and leading our Payroll Generalists who will collaborate with you.

• Work alongside internal teams to enhance our platform, complete UAT testing, and ensure all modifications are documented.

⛳️ Requirements

• Extensive payroll experience in a client payroll environment.

• In-depth legislative knowledge relevant to the specific country.

• Experience in payroll implementation.

• Strong communication skills for articulating payroll processes and issues to customers and other stakeholders.

• Profound knowledge of local payroll tools and software such as SAP, Excel, and Google Sheets.

• An analytical mindset with exceptional problem-solving capabilities.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, international work environment with a fervor for making an impact.

• Background in accounting or reconciliations.

• A productivity enthusiast who constantly seeks ways to enhance and expedite their work.

• Understanding of the need and ideal to work predominantly asynchronously.

• Proficient in written and spoken English.

• While remote work experience is not mandatory, it is considered an asset.

🏝️ Benefits

• Work from anywhere.

• Flexible paid time off.

• Flexible working hours (we operate asynchronously).

• 16 weeks of paid parental leave.

• Mental health support services.

• Stock options.

• Learning budget.

• Home office budget & IT equipment.

• Budget for local in-person social events or co-working spaces.