International Payroll Operations Lead

Siemens; Orlando (FL); Remote; USD 77,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens AG in the United States seeks an International Payroll Oversight Specialist to govern and validate payroll activities for long-term delegations into and from the U.S. and Canada, partnering with internal teams and external vendors.

You will standardize international payroll processes, implement automation, and ensure regulatory compliance across North America, acting as the primary liaison for GBS, GMR, CF T, and payroll partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, HR, or similar from an accredited university.
• 5+ years of international payroll, global mobility, and shadow payroll management experience.
• 5+ years advanced understanding of US and/or Canadian payroll tax laws and international delegation frameworks.
• 3+ years project management with experience in process automation and vendor management.
• Proficiency in English both written and verbal.
• Willingness to travel up to 30% of the time.
• Authorized to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Provide end-to-end oversight of U.S. and Canadian shadow payroll processes and international delegation payroll activities.
• Ensure international payroll activities comply with applicable U.S. and Canadian tax and labor regulations.
• Perform routine, high-level validation of payroll wages, compensation data, allowances, and hypothetical tax withholdings before final processing, using automation and payroll reporting for long-term delegations.
• Serve as the lead liaison among GBS, GMR, CF T, and external payroll vendors, including Certino and Strada.
• Drive the standardization of international payroll frameworks across North America and lead the implementation of SFTP automation and other GMR reporting enhancements.
• Identify and resolve data discrepancies in the payroll feed and escalate complex issues to the U.S. Oversight role as needed.

Skills

International payroll

Global mobility

Shadow payroll

Project management

English proficiency

Travel up to 30%

US work authorization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, HR, or similar

Job description

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?

Transform the everyday with us!

In this role, you will work remotely from a home office.

Role Overview:

The International Payroll Oversight Specialist will be responsible for the strategic governance and high-level validation of payroll activities for long-term delegates into and from the United States and Canada. This role serves as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders and external vendors, ensuring compliance, process standardization, and the successful implementation of automation initiatives.

You’ll make an impact by:

• Providing end-to-end oversight of U.S. and Canadian shadow payroll processes and international delegation payroll activities.
• Ensuring international payroll activities comply with applicable U.S. and Canadian tax and labor regulations.
• Performing routine, high-level validation of payroll wages, compensation data, allowances, and hypothetical tax withholdings before final processing, using automation and payroll reporting for long-term delegations.
• Serving as the lead liaison among GBS, GMR, CF T, and external payroll vendors, including Certino and Strada.
• Driving the standardization of international payroll frameworks across North America and leading the implementation of SFTP automation and other GMR reporting enhancements.
• Identifying and resolving data discrepancies in the payroll feed and escalating complex issues to the U.S. Oversight role as needed.

You’ll win us over by having the following qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, HR, or similar from an accredited university
• 5+ years of experience in international payroll, global mobility, and shadow payroll management combined.
• 5+ years advanced understanding of US and/or Canadian payroll tax laws and international delegation frameworks.
• 3+ years project management skills with experience in process automation and vendor management.
• Proficiency in English both written and verbal
• Willingness to travel up to 30% of the time
• Authorized to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now or in the future.

About Siemens:

We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers.

Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce:

We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us.

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You’ll Benefit From

Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html

The pay range for this position is $77,219 - $132,376 annually with a target incentive of 10% of the base salary. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Siemens is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

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Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any characteristic protected by Federal or other applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodations

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Application Deadline

This role will be posted for a minimum of five (5) days from the original posting date. The posting timeline may change based on applicant volume to ensure we attract and consider a strong and representative candidate pool.

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Criminal History

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Siemens is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

EEO is the Law

Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any characteristic protected by Federal or other applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodations

If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing a job application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please fill out the accommodations form by clicking on this link Accommodationfor disability form . If you’re unable to complete the form, you can reach out to our AskHR team for support at 1-866-743-6367. Please note our AskHR representatives do not have visibility of application or interview status.

Application Deadline

This role will be posted for a minimum of five (5) days from the original posting date. The posting timeline may change based on applicant volume to ensure we attract and consider a strong and representative candidate pool.

California Privacy Notice

California residents have the right to receive additional notices about their personal information. To learn more, click here .