Remote Payroll Manager

Summary

Join Coupa as America's Payroll Manager to lead end-to-end payroll processing for the Americas, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness. This multifaceted role requires expertise in payroll management, compliance, process optimization, and cross-functional collaboration across North America and Latin Americas.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field
• At least 7-10 years of proven expertise in payroll, demonstrating proficiency in navigating complex payroll processes and ensuring compliance across multiple countries in the Americas
• Extensive understanding of payroll regulations, tax laws, and labor legislation in the United States and various countries within the Americas region
• Highly organized individual with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring precision in payroll calculations and data entry
• Proficiency in payroll software and systems, ideally with experience in platforms such as Ceridian, Workday, or similar
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, adept at fostering productive relationships with cross-functional teams, employees, and external partners
• Strong analytical prowess and creative problem-solving abilities, with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues
• Advanced proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets, including managing large datasets
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, adept at adapting quickly to changes and effectively managing competing priorities
• Demonstrated integrity and discretion, capable of handling confidential employee information and sensitive payroll data with the utmost care

Responsibilities

• End-to-End Payroll Management: Lead payroll processing from start to finish, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness in every aspect
• Subject Matter Expertise: Serve as the go-to resource for all United States payroll matters, including potential expansions and Employer of Record (EOR) considerations across the Americas
• Compliance Vigilance: Stay abreast of payroll laws, regulations, and tax requirements across the Americas, ensuring all processes remain compliant
• Process Optimization: Identify opportunities to streamline and automate payroll processes, implementing best practices to enhance efficiency and accuracy
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with teams across departments including People Ops, Legal, Finance, and others to communicate and implement payroll-related changes, policies, and procedures
• Data Analysis and Reporting: Compile and analyze payroll data, producing regular reports for management and stakeholders, providing insights for decision-making
• Continuous Improvement Initiatives: Drive initiatives to enhance payroll operations, data integrity, and reporting capabilities, fostering a culture of continuous improvement
• System Enhancements: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support system upgrades, implementations, and integrations related to payroll systems
• Leadership in Problem-Solving: Provide leadership in addressing complex payroll issues and resolving escalations, ensuring top-notch customer service for all stakeholders