Global Payroll Manager

TravelPerk; País Vasco; Presencial; EUR 45.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Join a pioneering SaaS business travel platform as a Global Payroll Manager, where you'll lead payroll operations for over 1500 employees across various countries. This role offers a unique opportunity to enhance payroll systems, ensure compliance, and foster a high-performing team environment. As part of a rapidly growing company, you'll drive strategic initiatives, optimize processes, and collaborate with diverse stakeholders. This is a chance to make a significant impact in a vibrant, innovative workplace that values your contributions and supports your professional growth.

Servicios

Equity in the company

Generous vacation days

Private healthcare

Gym allowance

Formación

• Extensive experience in payroll operations across multiple countries.
• Hands-on experience with payroll accounting processes.
• Proficiency in tools like Microsoft Office and GSuite.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee payroll management for 1500+ employees across multiple countries.
• Drive payroll system optimization and collaborate with stakeholders.
• Document processes to ensure consistency and knowledge continuity.

Conocimientos

Payroll Operations

Accounting Processes

Team Leadership

Process Improvement

Compliance Management

Microsoft Office

GSuite

Fluency in English

Herramientas

NetSuite

Payzaar

Descripción del empleo

TravelPerk is a hyper-growth SaaS business travel platform and a pioneer in the future of travel for work. Its all-in-one platform gives travelers the freedom they want whilst providing companies with the control they need. The result saves time, money, and hassle for everyone.

TravelPerk has industry-leading travel inventory alongside powerful management features, 24 / 7 customer support, state-of-the-art technology, and consumer-grade design.

Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Barcelona, we’ve grown to over 1,400 people across Europe and North America. In 2022 we became a ‘unicorn’ and in 2025 we raised $200 million in a Series E funding round, increasing our valuation of $2.7 billion.

We’ve been winning awards too. Since 2023, we’ve been voted one of the best places to work, one of the fastest-growing apps and tech companies , and a leading pioneer of business travel.

These are just some of the reasons why global brands like Wise, Red Bull, GetYourGuide, and Aesop trust us to get the most out of their travel.

Hear more about TravelPerk.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Global Payroll Manager to lead our payroll operations and drive process improvements as we continue to scale. This critical role combines operational excellence, strategic planning, and team leadership. The ideal candidate will bring payroll expertise, accounting knowledge, and a proactive approach to enhancing payroll systems and stakeholder collaboration. This is an exciting opportunity to build on a strong foundation, ensure compliance across global jurisdictions, and foster a positive and high-performing team environment.

What You’ll Be Doing :

Payroll Operations :

• Oversee the accurate and timely payroll management of 1500+ employees across Spain, UK, Germany, US, and other geographies as we expand.
• Partner with payroll vendors to ensure compliance and seamless payroll processing across all jurisdictions.
• Oversee payroll accounting processes, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and reporting directly into NetSuite (ERP).
• Manage and maintain compliance with all government regulations related to payroll, taxation, social security, and employer contributions.
• Collaborate with the People Operations team to maintain data quality in HR and payroll systems while driving process improvements that enhance the employee experience and encourage self-service.
• Ensure contingency plans are in place for critical payroll and accounting processes to guarantee seamless operations during absences or transitions.
• Lead, coach, and motivate a team, fostering a culture of ownership, accountability, and growth.
• Set clear roles and responsibilities, providing team members with development opportunities and career growth pathways.
• Build a strong team dynamic by involving team members in decision-making and goal-setting, and encouraging innovation and collaboration.

Strategic Initiatives :

• Drive payroll system optimization, including the implementation and rollout of tools.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, such as Finance, Revenue Operations, Workforce Management, and Total Rewards, to address payroll impacts in ongoing projects.
• Contribute to strategic projects, such as secondary sales, employee equity plans, and benefit integration, ensuring payroll accuracy and alignment with organizational objectives.
• Support mergers and acquisitions by integrating payroll processes and ensuring compliance across new entities.

Process Improvement and Knowledge Sharing :

• Document payroll and accounting processes to ensure consistency and knowledge continuity within the team.
• Develop and execute payroll education strategies to enable employees to better understand payroll policies, taxation, and self-service tools.
• Maintain and expand the internal knowledge base for employees, ensuring payroll-related information is clear, accessible, and updated regularly.

What You’ll Bring :

Required Skills and Experience :

• Extensive experience in payroll operations across multiple countries, particularly Spain and the UK. Familiarity with German, US, and other international labor laws is a plus.
• Hands-on experience with payroll accounting processes, including reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting.
• Tenured experience in people management; leading a team of Payroll experts.
• Proficiency in tools such as Microsoft Office and GSuite, particularly Excel / Google Sheets. Experience working with payroll systems (e.g., Payzaar) and HRIS systems.
• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively coach team members and build trusted relationships with stakeholders.
• Fluency in English.

Preferred Skills and Experience :

• Previous experience with mergers and acquisitions is preferred but not a must.
• Experience working in hyper-growth startups.
• Familiarity with benefit and reward programs, such as equity plans and secondary sales processes.
• Strong process documentation and knowledge-sharing capabilities.

Personal Attributes :

• A strategic thinker with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• A collaborative and transparent leader who inspires trust and motivates their team.
• An innovative mindset with a passion for process improvement and automation.
• Resilient under pressure, maintaining positivity and focus in challenging situations.

Competitive compensation, including equity in the company;

Generous vacation days so you can rest and recharge;

Health perks such as private healthcare or gym allowance, depending on location;