Skill required: Record To Report - Balance Sheet Account Reconciliations

Designation: Record to Report Ops Specialist

Qualifications:BCom/MCom/Master of Business Administration

Years of Experience:7 to 11 years

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What would you do

The Global Payroll Lead, Strategy & Planning is a high-impact leadership role within the Global Payroll organization. You will spearhead international business expansion, lead complex cross-functional projects, and drive the strategic implementation of new payroll entities across EMEA, APAC, and LATAM.
Working in a high-velocity environment, you will bridge the gap between corporate strategy and operational What are we looking for
Payroll Expertise: 7+ years of international payroll experience, with a deep understanding of regulations in the Netherlands, UK, and France highly preferred.
Project Leadership: 4+ years of dedicated project management experience, specifically leading EMEA-focused payroll implementations.
Technical Proficiency: Experience with Workday HCM and Oracle.
Software Tools: Expertise in ServiceNow (Ticket Management & Knowledge Bases); mastery of Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
Language: Professional fluency in English is required. Roles and Responsibilities:
Core Responsibilities
Strategic Implementations & Expansion
Entity Onboarding: Lead the end-to-end implementation of new payroll entities, managing everything from initial setup and M&A integrations to stabilization.
Vendor Transitions: Manage the selection, transition, and implementation of international payroll vendors to ensure service continuity.
Operational Readiness: Act as the primary architect for transitioning operational workflows to the Global Payroll Operations team, ensuring they are equipped for long-term success.
Interim Processing: Manage hands-on payroll processing (base pay, bonuses, deductions) during the critical stabilization phase of new entities to ensure compliance and accuracy before hand-off.
Project Management & Optimization
Lifecycle Management: Own the project roadmap for payroll initiatives, utilizing structured project documentation, risk mitigation strategies, and status reporting for executive stakeholders.
Cross-Functional Synergy: Partner with IT, HR, Legal, and Finance to resolve roadblocks and align payroll infrastructure with broader business goals.
Process Automation: Identify opportunities for automation and efficiency. Leverage AI and advanced system features to reduce manual touchpoints and enhance scalability.
Governance & Subject Matter Expertise
SME Leadership: Serve as the Subject Matter Expert for diverse international markets (EMEA, APAC, LATAM), overseeing regions with headcounts exceeding 1,000 employees.
Knowledge Management: Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and employee-facing knowledge bases to ensure transparency and self-service.
Metrics & KPIs: Define and track payroll performance metrics, using data-driven insights to identify risks and drive continuous improvement.