Global Payroll Implementation Lead

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

📋 Description

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

• Participate in Sales calls as the Country Payroll Lead.

• Engage in Sales hand-over processes, lead client transitions, and join client kick-off discussions.

• Direct the planning, execution, and oversight of global payroll implementation projects to ensure timely completion.

• Guide the process from initial stages through to parallel runs and the first month of 'Live' payroll, prior to transferring responsibilities to Payroll Operations.

• Maintain a record of all decisions made during the implementation process.

• Create and uphold detailed project plans and timelines.

• Act as the main point of contact for the team regarding all stakeholders involved in the implementation.

⛳️ Requirements

• Extensive experience in payroll within a client payroll setting.

• In-depth knowledge of legislation pertinent to the relevant country.

• Proven experience in payroll implementation.

• Strong familiarity with local payroll tools and software, including SAP and Excel/Google Sheets.

• Possess an analytical mindset with robust problem-solving skills.

• Capability to thrive in a fast-paced, international work environment, coupled with a desire to make a significant impact.

• Background in accounting and reconciliations is beneficial.

• Fluent in written and spoken English.

• While remote work experience is not mandatory, it is regarded as a plus.

🏝️ Benefits

• Work from any location.

• Flexible paid time off.

• Flexible working hours (we operate asynchronously).

• 16 weeks of paid parental leave.

• Access to mental health support services.

• Stock options.

• Budget for learning and development.

• Home office budget and IT equipment provided.

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