Global Payroll Manager

remote work; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Canonical is a pioneering tech firm focused on open source and cloud technology. This Global Payroll Manager role owns end-to-end multi-country payroll operations, payroll controls, and global payroll process improvements in a high growth environment.

The role collaborates with HR, Accounting, and external providers to ensure accurate, timely payroll while maintaining strong controls and compliance across countries.

Qualifications

• Significant multi-country or global payroll experience and strong payroll compliance knowledge.
• Proficiency with payroll systems, HRIS, and analytical tools with strong reconciliation skills.
• Experience managing payroll audits and regulatory requirements.
• Leadership, mentorship mindset, and excellent English communication and presentation skills.
• Willingness to travel internationally up to twice a year for company events.
• Academic background in Accounting or Finance or a compelling narrative about an alternative path.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with HR, Accounting, Accounts Payable, Treasury, FP&A, and external providers to support payroll operations and compliance.
• Manage end-to-end payroll operations across different countries ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Review and approve payrolls prior to final processing and maintain strong payroll controls.
• Analyze payroll and salary costs, investigate variances, and monitor regulatory changes.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance accuracy, scalability, and the employee experience.
• Lead, mentor, and coach a global payroll team and maintain relationships with vendors.

Skills

Multi-country payroll

Payroll systems

HRIS

Audits & compliance

Leadership

Travel willingness

Education

Accounting or Finance degree

Tools

Payroll software

ERP integrations

Job description

About the role

Canonical is a pioneering tech firm focused on open source and cloud technology. This Global Payroll Manager role owns end-to-end multi-country payroll operations, payroll controls, and global payroll process improvements in a high growth environment.

What you'll do

• Collaborate with HR, Accounting, Accounts Payable, Treasury, FP&A, and external providers to support payroll operations and compliance
• Manage end-to-end payroll operations across different countries ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Review and approve payrolls prior to final processing and maintain strong payroll controls
• Analyze payroll and salary costs, investigate variances, and monitor regulatory changes
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance accuracy, scalability, and the employee experience
• Lead, mentor, and coach a global payroll team and maintain relationships with vendors

What they're looking for

• Significant multi-country or global payroll experience and strong payroll compliance knowledge
• Proficiency with payroll systems, HRIS, and analytical tools with strong reconciliation skills
• Experience managing payroll audits and regulatory requirements
• Leadership, mentorship mindset, and excellent English communication and presentation skills
• Willingness to travel internationally up to twice a year for company events
• Academic background in Accounting or Finance or a compelling narrative about an alternative path

For applicants in Nigeria

• The listing specifies EMEA time zones for the role and offers a London office option; Nigeria is not explicitly excluded, but confirm timezone expectations before interviewing
• Location option is home-based in EMEA time zones or London office; no explicit Nigeria-only hire note
• Pay currency and salary range are not specified in the listing; confirm during interview process