Senior Director, Global Payroll

RGP; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 168,000 - 211,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) Savings Plan

Professional Development Program

Paid Time Off

Job summary

RGP is looking for a Global Payroll Leader in Irvine, California, to steer their global payroll operations for approximately 3,500 employees. This strategic role requires over 10 years of experience in global payroll, exemplary leadership skills, and a strong knowledge of compliance requirements. The selected candidate will ensure process efficiency, vendor management, and continuous improvement in payroll systems. This position offers a competitive salary ranging between $168,000 and $211,000 along with various employee benefits.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience with global payroll and payroll tax.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated success in transforming manual payroll functions.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and leadership for global payroll function.
• Oversee payroll processing and compliance for 3,500 employees.
• Manage vendor relationships to ensure payroll accuracy.

Skills

Global payroll operations

Compliance knowledge

Vendor management

Leadership skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

ADP for international payroll

Workday Payroll

Job description

We are seeking a Global Payroll Leader to provide strategic direction and leadership of RGP’s global payroll function, including payroll processing, payroll tax submissions, compliance, and vendor management for approximately 3,500 employees in 18 countries across the globe (North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East). The selected candidate will run day‑to‑day payroll operations, support new and existing pay programs (local and global), manage vendor contracts and relationships, and drive process standardization, automation, and improvement in the controls for payroll globally while ensuring process efficiency and effectiveness. The ideal candidate is experienced in global payroll operations and has a passion for creating streamlined, efficient, and innovative payroll solutions.

Base Pay Range: $168,000 – $211,000 Other Compensation: Incentive Compensation

What you will work on

• Develops, implements, and executes a holistic payroll strategy and operating model while providing tactical direction to the regional payroll leaders across the globe.
• Oversees the team in global expansion initiatives including exploring and managing the implementation of 3rd party vendors to ensure payroll accuracy and compliance in multiple countries.
• Drives appropriate consistent processes across the globe and coordinates regional efforts towards global process standardization while allowing flexibility locally when required.
• Maximizes the effectiveness of technologies and supporting processes to drive continuous improvement and change initiatives.
• Fosters relationships with senior internal stakeholders by establishing and maintaining exceptional business relationships and working collaboratively with other corporate and country level teams including HR, Legal, Accounting & Finance, Tax, Treasury, and IT.
• Owns oversight of Global Payroll to ensure compliance with all corporate and country-specific policies and procedures.
• Drives controls and operational excellence including, but not limited to, SOX oversight and controls and compliance programs.
• Ensures process design supports fiscal and regulatory compliance.
• Coaches, mentors, and provides leadership development to team members to optimize operational excellence and create a deeper bench of experienced payroll talent.
• Builds partnerships and solicits feedback from internal and external business partners to define and develop successful, scalable processes and practices.
• Manages the global and/or regional payroll vendor relationships, including selection, negotiation, consolidation, and management.
• Provides audit and oversight of the team's activities and processes, ensuring that pertinent internal and external compliance and government interaction standards are met.
• Implements and leverages technology that best fits programs and needs.

What you will bring

• Requires a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field; master's degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience with global payroll, payroll tax, and operating in a deadline-driven environment.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation strongly preferred.
• Must show demonstrated previous success in transforming a payroll function that is manual to one that is highly scalable and efficient.
• Experience setting up payroll requirements for new tax entities is required.
• Must have deep knowledge and experience working with payroll vendors and platform technologies; ADP for international payroll and Workday Payroll knowledge and/or experience preferred but not required.
• Leadership experience of mid-to-large, geographically dispersed teams.
• Experience managing several large payroll vendors and contracts.
• Knowledge of and experience with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), including Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance, equity, and time tracking programs.
• Understanding of and experience with end-to-end M&A activities.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to influence others.
• Natural problem solver who produces creative solutions.

What you can expect

• An inspirational place for you to do your best work, be engaged in meaningful ways, and continually develop the skills, competencies and qualities that set our team apart.
• Compensation commensurate with your qualifications, experience, and other factors, including geographic location, market and operational factors.
• Total Rewards based on eligibility include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Professional Development Program, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays and Paid Sick Time (in geographies where legally required).

RGP is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected trait and encourage all applicants to apply.