Social network you want to login/join with:The Global Director of Payroll will lead and oversee the global payroll operations spanning 50 countries. This role is responsible for ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant payroll processing across all regions, aligning payroll strategy with corporate objectives, managing global payroll vendors, and leading transformation initiatives to enhance scalability and efficiency. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in global payroll, regulatory compliance, and leadership in complex, high-volume environments.Key Responsibilities:Strategic LeadershipDevelop and execute a global payroll strategy that supports the company’s growth and compliance needs across approximately 50 countriesPartner with Finance, HR, Legal, and Tax teams to align payroll operations with broader corporate goals and objectivesGlobal Operations OversightOversee payroll processing for all global employees, ensuring timely and accurate disbursement in compliance with local labor laws, regulations, and statutory reportingOversee payroll-related benefits deductions and retirement plan withholdings across locations, ensuring compliance with local statutory requirements and seamless integration with benefits administration platformsProcess and report on equity incentive plans such as RSU’s and ESPP’s, as well as tax withholding and complianceManage a global team of payroll professionals and third-party providers to deliver consistent, high-quality serviceLead payroll integrations related to M&A activity, new country expansion, and system implementationsCompliance & GovernanceEnsure compliance with all regulatory, tax, and labor requirements across jurisdictions, including SOX controls, GDPR, and local withholding/taxation rulesOwn the preparation and oversight of external payroll audits and financial audits and coordinate with internal audit and external auditorsProcess Optimization & TechnologyIdentify and implement process improvements, automation opportunities, and best practices in payroll systems and reportingCollaborate with IT and Finance on system upgrades and the deployment of a global payroll platformEnsure payroll costs are accurately reported and in collaboration with Finance, reconciled in the general ledgerProvide executive leadership with regular payroll metrics, insights, and compliance updatesBuild, mentor, and lead a high-performing, geographically dispersed payroll teamFoster a culture of accountability and continuous improvementPromote cross-functional collaboration with internal stakeholders (HR, Finance, Legal, etc.) to achieve payroll objectives and enhance overall efficiencyDemonstrate leadership through a ‘one-team’ mentality and a growth mindsetSkills/Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field15+ years of progressive experience in global payroll leadership roles, with responsibility across multiple countriesExpertise in international payroll compliance, tax, and regulatory environments in all global regions (North America, EMEA, LATAM, and APAC)Demonstrated success in leading large-scale payroll transformationsExperience in a publicly traded environment with strong understanding of SOX and internal controlsExceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skillsProficiency in global HCM and ERP platforms (e.g., Workday, Dayforce)About Bentley Systems:Bentley Systems (Nasdaq: BSY) is the infrastructure engineering software company. We provide innovative software to advance the world’s infrastructure – sustaining both the global economy and environment. Our industry-leading software solutions are used by professionals, and organizations of every size, for the design, construction, and operations of roads and bridges, rail and transit, water and wastewater, public works and utilities, buildings and campuses, mining, and industrial facilities. Our offerings, powered by the iTwin Platform for infrastructure digital twins, include MicroStation and Bentley Open applications for modeling and simulation, Seequent’s software for geoprofessionals, and Bentley Infrastructure Cloud encompassing ProjectWise for project delivery, SYNCHRO for construction management, and AssetWise for asset operations. Bentley Systems’ 5,200 colleagues generate annual revenues of more than $1 billion in 194 countries.Equal Opportunity Employer:Bentley is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and considers for employment all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender/gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, religion/belief, national origin, caste, age, or any other characteristic protected by local law or unrelated to job qualifications.
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