International Payroll Specialist

To complement our rapid growth, we are actively looking for a International Payroll Specialist to join our world class Finance and Accounting organization.  In this challenging role, you will be responsible for managing day to day and strategic payroll activities for Europe and Latin America (with specific focus and expertise on UK, Germany, Portugal, Spain, Colombia payrolls and other countries based on growth of the company) working with in-country payroll providers via the international payroll provider, Papaya Global.  You will generate monthly/quarterly/yearly reports, in addition to other miscellaneous reports pertaining to stock, payroll, and benefits. This is a key position which reports to the Senior Global Payroll Manager.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain payroll information by collecting, calculating and entering data
• Own the end-to-end preparation and processing of all international payrolls including monthly, quarterly and annual compliance per the country specific requirements.
• Train and assist as and when needed with US and Canada payroll processing and compliance
• Maintain payroll metrics
• Prepare reports by compiling summaries of earnings, taxes, deductions, and taxable or non-taxable wages
• Respond to in-country tax authorities as needed
• Generate and balance payroll journal entries and load to GL
• Maintain employee PTO reporting system internationally for salary employees, reconcile and include such data in each payroll
• Maintain compliance with all federal, state and local payroll tax laws
• Maintain compliance with accounting policies, procedures and SOX controls for payroll
• Respond to employee inquiries and requests regarding payroll matters
• Other accounting/finance responsibilities as needed

 

Key Requirements:

• Expertise in UK, Germany and Portugal payroll, related taxes and compliance
• Experience with processing all types of stock transactions, and an understanding of the tax implications of each type (i.e. NQSO, ISO, RSU, ESPP)
• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field preferred; certified payroll designation a plus
• 3+ years’ payroll administration experience in a public company is preferred but not mandatory
• Deep understanding of country specific payroll and related tax laws, regulations, and statutes
• Strong knowledge of internal controls, SOX documentation and control testing experience a plus
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills required in Excel, Word and Outlook
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced dynamic environment
• Excellent organization skills; ability to handle multiple priorities within deadlines
• Excellent verbal & written communication and listening skills
• Exceptional attention to detail

 

Benefits:

• Five9 Shares
• Bonus Scheme
• 10% Flex Benefit
• Meal Allowance
• Medical Insurance
• Life Insurance 
• 25 day Annual Leave + Public Holidays