Sustainability that means business
AMCS is a sustainability software specialist headquartered in Ireland, with offices in Europe, the USA, and Australasia.
With over 1,300 highly-skilled employees in 22 countries, we specialise in delivering technology solutions that facilitate a carbon-neutral future.
Who we are:
Our company specialises in providing SaaS solutions that increase efficiency and boost sustainability in resource-intensive industries.
Over 5,000 customers across 23 countries already benefit from our Performance Sustainability software, ensuring practical solutions for improved profitability and environmental resilience worldwide.
Our people:
AMCS offers team members more than a job – it is an opportunity to map out a career with a growing, evolving company that sets new ways of working and has a positive impact on the world.
Our culture combines Irish start-up mentality with strong connections to work, customers, colleagues and community, fostering openness, collaboration and creativity.
Role Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and strategic
Global Payroll Manager
to lead and evolve our global payroll operations across multiple jurisdictions.
The role is pivotal in ensuring compliance, accuracy and efficiency in payroll processing while spearheading a major payroll system improvement project to support the company's growth and digital transformation goals.
This is a fully remote position.
Key Responsibilities:
Payroll Operations
Oversee end-to-end payroll processing across all global entities, ensuring compliance with local laws and regulations.
Manage relationships with external payroll providers and internal stakeholders.
Ensure timely and accurate payroll execution, reporting, and reconciliation.
Monitor and implement changes in tax legislation and labour laws across jurisdictions.
System Improvement & Transformation
Lead the global payroll system improvement initiative and integration with HRIS and finance systems.
Collaborate with IT, HR and Finance teams to define requirements, streamline workflows and enhance automation.
Develop and execute change management plans to support system adoption across regions.
Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce risk.
Leadership & Governance
Lead a high-performing global payroll team.
Establish and maintain payroll governance frameworks, controls and audit readiness.
Develop KPIs and dashboards to monitor payroll performance and compliance.
Provide strategic input to senior leadership on payroll-related matters.
Qualifications & Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, HR or related field; professional payroll certification preferred.
Minimum 7 years of payroll experience, with at least 3 years in a global or regional leadership role.
Proven experience managing payroll system implementations or transformations.
Strong knowledge of international payroll regulations and compliance requirements.
Excellent project management, stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
Experience with global payroll platforms (e.g., Payslip, Paychex, ADP) is highly desirable.
Key Competencies:
Strategic thinking with hands-on execution capability.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage complexity across multiple geographies and time zones.
Change leadership and adaptability.
High attention to detail and commitment to data integrity.
Why Join Us?
Be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking multinational organisation.
Lead a high-impact transformation project with global visibility.
Work in a collaborative and inclusive culture that values innovation and continuous improvement.
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