Director, Global Payroll - Flexport

About Flexport:

At Flexport, we believe global trade can move the human race forward. That’s why it’s our mission to make global commerce so easy there will be more of it. We’re shaping the future of a $10T industry with solutions powered by innovative technology and exceptional people. Today, companies of all sizes—from emerging brands to Fortune 500s—use Flexport technology to move more than $19B of merchandise across 112 countries a year.

The recent global supply chain crisis has put Flexport center stage as we continue to play a pivotal role in how goods move around the world. We are proud to have the support of the best investors in the game who believe in our mission, solutions and people. Ready to tackle global challenges that impact business, society, and the environment? Come join us.

The opportunity: Drive Global Payroll Excellence at Flexport

At Flexport, we’re on a mission to simplify global trade, and that starts with ensuring our people are paid accurately and on time—every time. As the Director of Global Payroll, you’ll lead a high-impact function responsible for managing and optimizing our global payroll operations across multiple regions, including the U.S., APAC, and EMEA. This is more than just payroll processing; you’ll be a strategic leader, ensuring compliance, driving process improvements, and leveraging Workday integrations to enhance efficiency. You’ll be the go-to expert for leadership and People Ops, providing insights on payroll, tax processing, and policy matters while navigating a fast-paced, ever-evolving global landscape. If you thrive on solving complex payroll challenges, optimizing systems, and delivering exceptional service, we’d love to have you on board!

You will:

Lead a global payroll function and develop team members including individuals in US, APAC and EMEA.
Review, approve and settle the biweekly and monthly global payrolls (15+/month)
Respond to management inquiries on flux analysis, bank debits, payroll reporting, tax analysis and/or general payroll questions
Review/Audit payroll related information and processes entered into Workday to ensure accurate wage processing and most effective use of the Workday platform
Assist in periodic audits and reporting requests as needed and take necessary steps to correct any discrepancies
Project manage special projects as assigned such as documenting workflows, registering in new states for payroll taxation, improving processes/procedures and/or implementing a global payroll provider
Assure that all outside systems are integrating into Workday efficiently
Work with internal team and vendors to ensure HR, Benefits and Payroll changes are processed, accurate funding occurs for all accounts, tax remittance, general ledger balancing, month-end close support is completed
Support System Integrations between HR and Global Payroll Systems
Test new set up, system enhancements, system updates and integrations affecting global payroll
Meet tight deadlines and prioritize competing workloads
Collaborate well as a team member and work autonomously as conflicts and challenges arise
Has experience with payroll compliance matters, such as tax withholding for international or multi-state jurisdictions (including Canada), garnishments, and key annual audits (worker’s compensation and external financial audits)

You should have:

BA/BS and 10+ years of experience in payroll, accounting, human resources, business studies or related field
5+ years of global accounting experience
Strong proficiency with Workday Payroll software (3+ years) is required
Exceptional organizational, prioritization with strong attention to detail in a fast-paced, constantly evolving environment
Proficient in Excel (Vlookups, pivot tables, etc) and Google Apps
Excellent written and oral communication skills

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Commitment to Equal Opportunity

At Flexport, our ability to fulfill our mission of making global commerce easy and accessible relies on having a diverse, dedicated and engaged workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, health status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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