Global payroll manager

The role

You will own end-to-end global payroll and build the processes, controls, and automation to scale the function. You will run payroll for US and UK entities and oversee in-country payroll in Mexico and through EOR partners.

What you will do

• Build the global payroll function including documentation, processes, and controls
• Own end-to-end global payroll for new hires, terminations, salary changes, bonuses, commissions, and leave pay
• Manage in-country payroll providers and EOR partners
• Evaluate payroll tools and providers
• Own payroll configuration in Rippling and maintain data flow to the general ledger
• Administer deductions and retirement contributions
• Maintain compliance with payroll taxes, wages, and statutory requirements in the US and UK
• Support financial statements, statutory, and 401(k) plan audits
• Administer sales commissions and variable pay with Revenue Operations
• Support equity-related payroll processes regarding withholding and reporting

Required qualifications

• 7+ years in payroll, or in finance or accounting with substantial global payroll ownership
• Hands-on US & UK payroll experience
• Experience working with an EOR or PEO
• Hands-on experience with Rippling, including payroll-to-GL integrations
• Familiarity with commission and variable pay structures
• Familiarity with equity compensation payroll mechanics
• Comfortable with journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations
• Strong Excel, data, and report-building skills
• Practical experience using AI tools to reduce manual effort
• Hold a Certified Payroll Professional (CPP), Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals (CIPP) or an equivalent certification

Nice to have

• Experience with Mexico, Australia or Germany payroll

About the company

Watershed is the enterprise sustainability platform used by companies to manage climate and ESG data and drive decarbonization.