Manager, Global Payroll

The Manager Global Payroll is responsible for overseeing and managing end-to-end payroll operations across multiple countries ensuring accuracy compliance timeliness while partnering closely with in-country payroll and vendors to drive consistent governance process alignment and continuous improvement This role requires strong accounting knowledge to support payroll reconciliations financial reporting and statutory compliance. The ideal candidate has deep experience in global payroll processes understands multi-country regulations and collaborates closely with finance HR and external providers.

Key Responsibilities:

Global Payroll Management

• Oversee the full-cycle international payroll process across multiple regions (e.g. EMEA APAC Americas)

• Ensure timely and accurate payroll processing in compliance with local laws and regulations

• Coordinate with global payroll vendors and in-country partners

• Review payroll inputs (earnings deductions taxes benefits equity etc.) for accuracy

Compliance & Controls

• Ensure payroll compliance with country-specific tax labor and statutory requirements

• Maintain and enforce internal controls policies and procedures

• Support audits (internal and external) related to payroll and SOX compliance

• Stay updated on global payroll legislation changes and implement necessary updates

Accounting & Financial Responsibilities

• Prepare payroll-related journal entries and account reconciliations

• Partner with the accounting team on month-end and year-end close processes

• Analyze payroll variances and resolve discrepancies

• Support financial reporting and accruals related to compensation and benefits

Leadership & Team Management

• Supervise and mentor payroll team members (if applicable)

• Provide training and guidance on systems processes and compliance requirements

• Manage workload distribution and performance expectations

Systems & Process Improvement

• Maintain and enhance payroll systems (e.g. Workday ADP SAP Oracle)

• Identify opportunities for process efficiencies and automation

• Partner with HRIS and Finance Transformation teams on system integrations and upgrades

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Serve as primary point of contact for payroll-related inquiries for assigned regions

• Collaborate with HR Finance Tax Legal and external auditors

• Support global mobility stock compensation & RSUs and expatriate payroll processes

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in accounting Finance Business Administration or related field

• CPA CPP or equivalent certification preferred

• 58 years of payroll experience including multi-country/international payroll

• Strong background in accounting reconciliations and financial close

• Experience working with global payroll vendors and systems

• Prior supervisory or team leadership experience preferred

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of payroll systems (e.g. Workday ADP GlobalView SAP)

• Proficiency in Excel (advanced functions pivot tables reconciliation analysis)

• Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g. Oracle NetSuite SAP Business Central)

• Understanding of SOX controls and audit requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a multinational corporation or shared services environment

• Knowledge of global mobility expatriate taxation or equity compensation

• Experience in payroll transformation or process improvement initiatives

Working Conditions

• Ability to coordinate across multiple time zones

Equal Pay Disclosure(s)

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Target Annual Short-Term Incentive:

Eligible for Incentive Stock Program:

Benefits:

Gogo offers competitive benefits including medical dental and vision coverage with plans that can fit each employees needs. We offer an immediate vesting 401k plan paid time off and volunteer time off. Employees have the option to participate in an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Visit the Careers page on our website for more information at --- ---

Gogo is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer working in compliance with both federal and state laws. We are committed to the concept of Equal Employment opportunity.

Qualified candidates will beconsidered for employment regardless of race color religion age sex national origin marital status medical condition or disability.

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