Senior Manager, Global Payroll

IPC is a fintech company that focuses on the human element. With a global presence, we support local markets with our advanced cloud-based trading communications and managed connectivity solutions. Through our portfolio of communications and connectivity solutions, we focus on solving business challenges and adapting to regulatory changes in the fast-paced global financial markets. This enables our clients to maintain consistent market access, a strong competitive advantage, and enhanced operational efficiency. Join a team that is dedicated to delivering groundbreaking products and making a significant impact on our clients' success. **TITLE: Senior Manager, Global Payroll**: **DEPARTMENT: Finance**: **REPORTS TO: Chief Accounting Officer**: **LOCATION: Madrid, Spain**: **ROLE TYPE: Full time, Permanent**: **Role Overview**: The Sr. Manager, Payroll will be responsible for managing the global payroll process at IPC systems. This includes overseeing a team of payroll analysts in the United States, Madrid, Spain and Kuala Lumper, Malaysia for the purpose of processing payroll for employees located in sixteen countries. Currently, the payroll processing is decentralized and the individual in this role will work with the Chief Accounting Officer to centralize and then optimize this function. - Manage a global payroll team with staff in the United States, Madrid, Spain and Kuala Lumper, Malaysia for the purpose of processing payrolls for staff located in sixteen countries. - Ensure the accurate collection of payroll data, validate and process payroll information, including but not limited to regular wages and wage changes, overtime, bonuses, commissions, deductions, retirement election changes, special payments, and taxes. Perform payroll reconciliations and audits to ensure accuracy and address discrepancies promptly. - Oversee the year-end payroll processes, including the issuance of W-2 forms, and related international forms, and tax filings. - Generate accurate and timely payroll reports for management and other stakeholders as required. Analyze payroll data to identify trends, potential issues, and areas for improvement. - Coordinate with external auditors and tax agencies as needed to support audits and inquiries. - Act as the main point of contact for responses to all employee inquiries for guidance on pay statements or payroll-related questions, both internationally and domestically. - Continuously review and enhance the payroll process to improve efficiency, accuracy, and overall effectiveness. Propose and implement process improvements and automation initiatives. - Assist with ad hoc projects and responsibilities as needed. **Essential Skills and Experience to be Successful in this Role**: - 7-9 years of payroll experience, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or managerial role. - Experience in payroll management and managing and executing on payroll changes - Experience with ADP Workforce now and/or Oracle Cloud, preferred - Familiarity with payroll software and systems and Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, with the ability to implement and optimize payroll systems. - Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and to effectively communicate complex payroll matters to employees and management. - Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with utmost professionalism. - Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. - Problem-solving attitude with the ability to adapt to changing requirements - Excellent command of English language - PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR CV IN ENGLISH_ **What's in It for You?** At IPC, your compensation is only part of the package. We are committed to investing in a range of programs and initiatives to improve the overall experience of our employees. In addition to a collaborative, high-performing team environment, we're pleased to offer benefits including: Competitive Base Salaries Benefits package: Private Health Insurance + Sodexo Transport Pass + Sodexo Restaurant Pass Additional Time off for Charity Work and Volunteering Tuition Reimbursement Certification Bonus Program Access to "IPC University" our Internal E-Learning Platform Access to LinkedIn Learning Structured Onboarding Training and Peer Mentor Support Wellness Program Employee Referral Scheme Further information about your benefits will be provided during your onboarding process. **Additional Information**: At IPC, we believe that hybrid working creates an inclusive, flexible environment where employees can perform at their best, and teams can collaborate, innovate, and celebrate successes together. We spend around 60% of our time in the office and around 40% of our time working remotely. Some employees may be required to work from the office or client sites more than 60% of the time, if required by their role and/or client needs.