Description

At NAVEX, we’re making the world a better place. A safer place. A more ethical place. A place where anyone, anywhere can have a voice. That’s a serious impact.

As our Manager, Global Payroll Services, you will lead our global payroll operations and ensure team members are paid accurately, on time, and in compliance with local laws. 

You will join an HR team known for its highly regarded standards, trusted relationships, and innovative programs that enable NAVEX to be recognized as a top workplace.

What you’ll get: 

• Meaningful Purpose. Your work helps organizations operate with integrity and protect their people—at a scale few companies can match.
• High-Performance Environment. We move with urgency, set ambitious goals, and expect excellence. You’ll be trusted with real ownership and supported to do the best work of your career.
• Candid, Supportive Culture. We communicate openly, challenge ideas—not people—and value teammates who embrace bold thinking and continuous improvement.
• Growth That Matters. You can count on authentic feedback, strong accountability, and leaders invested in your success so you can achieve real growth.
• Rewards for Results. We provide clear, competitive compensation designed to recognize measurable outcomes and real impact. 

What you’ll do:

• Ensure accurate and timely payroll for our 1,400+ team members across different geographies, including US, India, Japan and EMEA.
• Manage and mentor payroll professionals who process payroll for multiple countries. Set clear goals, provide guidance, and build a strong, engaged team that operates with excellence and integrity.
• Collaborate closely with Finance and regional partners to ensure payroll accuracy, data integrity, and related compliance.
• Maintain and reconcile payroll accounts, supporting month-end close, and audit processes.
• Stay current on international payroll regulations, tax laws, and compliance requirements, identifying opportunities for process improvement.
• Assist with payroll system updates, testing, and implementations to enhance efficiency and scalability.
• Provide exceptional service to team members by responding promptly to payroll inquiries and resolving issues with professionalism.
• Support reporting and analytics efforts for global payroll metrics.

What you’ll bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience processing and supporting global payroll in a multinational organization plus 2+ years of people leadership experience.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) required.
• Strong English language skills both written and verbal.
• Strong working knowledge of payroll regulations, tax compliance, and labor laws across multiple regions (e.g., North America, EMEA, or APAC).
• Experience with enterprise payroll systems such as Dayforce or ADP.
• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to collaborate across functions and cultures.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while maintaining a commitment to accuracy and compliance.
• Culture Agility. Comfort working in a fast-paced, candid environment that values innovation, healthy debate, and follow-through.
• AI Readiness. Curiosity and willingness to use AI and emerging technologies to elevate your work and deliver smarter outcomes.
• Ability to drive results through NAVEX core competencies of influence, strategic execution, talent development, attention to detail, decision-making and stewardship while leveraging NAVEX’s core values

Our side of the deal: 

We’ll be clear, we’ll move fast, and we’ll invest in your success. You deserve to be supported, challenged, and rewarded for the impact you make—and we commit to doing that every step of the way.

The starting pay for this role is $110,000+ per annum with 5% MBO. 

Discover how you can grow, lead, and make an impact by visiting our career page to learn more.

NAVEX is an equal opportunity employer committed to including individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities and veteran status.