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International Payroll Senior Manager

Horizontal Talent
Palo Alto, CA Contractor
POSTED ON 5/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/27/2026
We are seeking an International Payroll Senior Manager who will play a crucial role in overseeing payroll operations across multiple global jurisdictions. This position offers an exciting opportunity to lead strategic initiatives and ensure compliance while enhancing the employee experience.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement global payroll strategies, ensuring accuracy and compliance with local labor laws and tax regulations.
  • Manage relationships with global service providers to optimize payroll processes and cost-effectiveness.
  • Oversee the end-to-end payroll cycle, ensuring timely and accurate payroll processing for thousands of employees.
  • Collaborate with HR to streamline new hire processes, terminations, and leaves of absence.
  • Lead internal and external audits, maintaining "audit-ready" payroll records at all times.
  • Provide mentorship and development opportunities for payroll team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Stay informed about changes in labor laws to mitigate compliance risks and prevent legal disputes.


Skills

  • Minimum of 12-15 years of payroll experience, including at least 5 years in a multinational environment.
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Human Resources; CPP certification is a plus.
  • Proficient knowledge of payroll, time and attendance systems, and HRIS.
  • Strong project management and organizational skills, capable of managing multiple concurrent tasks in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to educate and manage change effectively.
  • Analytical mindset with a proven ability to improve operational processes and deliver results.


Preferred Skills

  • Experience with Workday HCM and various Payroll Service Providers.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive payroll projects to successful completion.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, fostering collaboration and teamwork within diverse groups.
  • Ability to navigate complex payroll scenarios, including expatriate and shadow payrolls.


At Horizontal, we value diversity, equity, and inclusion as core principles. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply and contribute to our inclusive culture.

By applying for this position, you acknowledge and agree that Horizontal Talent may contact you regarding your application using automated technology, including phone calls, SMS/text messages, or email, which may be delivered by our virtual AI recruiter, Alex.

Please apply through this online posting or by visiting our Job Board at www.horizontaltalent.com/job-board. Applications will be accepted for 4 weeks. For those that join the team, we offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement. Check out all we have to offer and how you can become part of the Horizontal Talent Team. The pay range for this role is $49 - $86 per hour based on qualifications and experience.

Salary : $49 - $86

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