Director, Global Payroll

Ping Identity Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 131,250 - 187,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO & Holiday Schedule

Parental Leave

Progressive Healthcare Options

Retirement Programs

Opportunity for Education Reimbursement

Commuter Offset

Job summary

Ping Identity Corporation is seeking a Payroll Leader to oversee global payroll operations and ensure compliance across all entities. This role requires deep expertise in managing complex payroll environments and developing strategic relationships with payroll partners.

With a commitment to fostering high-performing teams, the selected candidate will implement payroll automation strategies and ensure adherence to legal regulations while providing an exceptional experience for employees. A competitive compensation range of $131,250 - $187,500 plus bonuses is offered.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive payroll leadership experience.
• Demonstrated success in leading teams through growth and change.
• Strong operational capabilities with commitment to accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Oversee global payroll operations ensuring compliance.
• Lead payroll implementations and geographic expansion.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on payroll processes.

Skills

Payroll leadership

Problem-solving

Team management

Growth mindset

Employee-centric approach

Education

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)

Tools

UKG

CloudPay

Google Sheets

Job description

Responsibilities

• Oversee end‑to‑end global payroll operations across all entities, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing.
• Actively manage day‑to‑day and strategic relationships with payroll managed services partners, including SLA adherence, KPIs, escalations, and quarterly business reviews.
• Develop and execute a long‑term global payroll strategy focused on scalability, standardization, process excellence, and risk mitigation.
• Develop and execute a payroll automation roadmap, including maintenance and enhancement of existing systems, to drive efficiency.
• Lead payroll implementations and support global geographic expansion efforts, including new country setup, EOR management, and M&A integration activities.

Leadership & Cross‑Functional Alignment

• Lead and develop a high‑performing global payroll team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Serve as an escalation point for complex payroll matters and employee inquiries, ensuring timely resolution and effective communication.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams on processes and systems including:
• Partner with Accounting and Equity Administration on payroll accruals, reconciliations and variance analysis, equity compensation processing, and financial reporting.
• Partner with Treasury to support payroll funding activities, global cash forecasting, and new country setup.
• Partner with HR on employee lifecycle, statutory benefits, and related employee processes.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Oversee accurate payroll administration of complex compensation elements (salary changes, bonuses, commissions, equity‑related payments, leaves, deductions, garnishments, severance, and one‑time payments).
• Ensure adherence with all local, state, federal, and international laws and regulations.
• Manage payroll‑related compliance activities, including withholdings, payroll tax and statutory deposits, multi‑state registrations, audits, and government inquiries.
• Oversee year‑end payroll reporting requirements globally, including W‑2s and comparable international forms, payroll tax filings and annual statements.
• Proactively identify and mitigate payroll‑related risks; maintain robust internal controls to prevent errors, fraud, and compliance violations.

Qualifications

• Proven Global Track Record: 15+ years of progressive payroll leadership, with deep technical command of both multi‑state US and international payroll environments.
• People Leadership: Demonstrated success in leading globally dispersed teams of 5+ employees through periods of significant growth and change.
• Quality & Excellence: Strong operational and problem‑solving capabilities with commitment to accuracy and continuous improvement.
• Growth Mindset: A self‑starter who thrives in high‑velocity environments, with the ability to manage multiple complex workstreams simultaneously.
• Employee‑Centric: A commitment to providing an elite, high‑trust experience for every Ping Identian.

Additional Desired Qualifications

• Technical Credentialing: Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designatation or equivalent global certification.
• Global Expertise: Highly proficient in interpreting and researching local and international rules and regulations; strong baseline understanding of statutory deductions, tax rates, social security requirements, and benefits regulations in EMEA/APAC/North America.
• Tech Stack: Proficiency with UKG and CloudPay and familiarity with other tech solutions such as Smartsheets, Google Sheets, and AI‑enabled tools.
• Public Company Experience: Expertise managing payroll complexities related to public company equity (RSUs and ESPP) and strong awareness of SOX control requirements.

Compensation Range: $131,250 - $187,500 base + variable bonus

In accordance with Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act (SB 19-085) the approximate compensation range for this role in Colorado is listed above. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors, such as knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Benefits

• Generous PTO & Holiday Schedule
• Parental Leave
• Progressive Healthcare Options
• Retirement Programs
• Opportunity for Education Reimbursement
• Commuter Offset (Specific locations)

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.