We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Global Payroll Manager to join our team. Our employees are at the core of our business which means the ideal candidate has a passion for managing and motivating people, growing talent, and building high performing teams Roles and responsibilities include and are not limited to: Mentor direct reports by being a role model for the team and develop a keen sense of shared team vision Payroll Processing: Manager overall operations of payroll for between 10-15 countries across APAC region. Ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing for employees, complying with local regulations and tax laws. Compliance and Reporting: Staying up to date with labor laws and tax regulations in various countries and ensuring compliance with local authorities. Ensuring all payroll regulatory filings are completed accurately and on time Data Management: Maintaining confidential employee data, including payroll records, tax information, and other relevant details. Communication: Collaborating with peer Payroll Manager, HR, Finance, and other departments to manage payroll-related inquires, resolve issues, and provide assistance to employees. Partner with other Workday teams to design and implement cross-functional process improvements, uptake new system functionality and support initiatives that scale with business growth. Technology and Automation: Utilizing payroll software and automation tools to streamline processes and improve efficiency. Budgeting: Assisting in managing the payroll budget and forecasting future payroll expenses. Vendor Management: Overseeing relationships with payroll service providers and ensuring their adherence to service level agreements. Training and Development: Providing training and support to payroll staff to enhance their skills and knowledge. Continuous Improvement: Identifying opportunities to optimize processes and enhance the overall payroll function. Oversee internal and cross-functional projects on the third-party payroll team. Contribute prioritization and make commitments to the cross-functional project roadmap Create and maintain visibility to operational and project status for leadership About You Basic Qualifications 10+ years of increasing experience in a high growth or public company, at least +2 years in a team lead / manager function in international payroll Bachelor s degree Other Qualifications Strong knowledge of payroll principles, tax regulations, and labor laws in various countries. Prior experience in managing payroll for employees across multiple countries is highly desirable. Experience with different payroll systems and understanding of diverse payroll practices is valuable. Strong analytic and critical thinking skills . Ability to analyze complex data, identify trends, and make informed decisions. Considerable experience effectively leading projects Detail oriented, accurate and organized Ability to prioritize and work with a sense of urgency Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills Demonstrated ability to interface with all levels of management Shows initiative, flexibility, and follow-through Customer service focused, and solution oriented Ability to work cross-culturally with internal and external partners in other countries Proficient knowledge of accounting, HCM and payroll systems Strong computer skills, including Excel and other Microsoft Office