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About the Role

The Payroll Manager is a key leadership position responsible for leading and managing all aspects of global payroll operations. This individual will provide both strategic leadership and hands-on execution to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant payroll processing across multiple countries. The role also oversees payroll accounting, process improvements, internal controls, and payroll-related systems and vendor relationships.

Responsibilities

Lead the global payroll function supporting a multi-country employee population
Ensure accurate and timely payroll processing in compliance with local tax and labor regulations, including regular, supplemental, and off-cycle payrolls
Manage the monthly payroll close process and support payroll-related financial reporting
Ensure timely and accurate payroll accounting, including employee compensation accounting and balance sheet reconciliation
Partner cross-functionally with Human Resources, Accounting, Finance, and other internal stakeholders
Oversee integrations between payroll systems, HR systems, and third-party vendors
Mentor, develop, and support payroll team members
Manage internal and external payroll audits
Maintain relationships with external payroll providers across all operating locations
Review and audit payroll activities, including wages, tax withholdings, deductions, garnishments, quarterly tax adjustments, and year-end payroll tax reporting
Develop, document, and maintain payroll processes and internal controls in compliance with SOX requirements
Lead payroll process improvement initiatives, system enhancements, upgrades, and implementations
Develop and report key performance metrics for the payroll function
Support special projects and other business initiatives as needed

Requirements

Proven experience leading a global payroll function with strong leadership and team management skills
Strong analytical skills, including experience performing variance analysis and balance sheet reconciliations
Processing Global Payroll, end-to-end (specifically EMEA) is required
Required experience with Workday Payroll and Workday HCM
Thorough knowledge of payroll regulations, tax requirements, and employment laws
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong problem-solving abilities
Detail-oriented, resourceful, and committed to continuous process improvement
Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain a high degree of accuracy
Flexible and able to collaborate across multiple time zones
Public company and SOX compliance experience preferred
Must be 18 years or older to apply

Skills

Workday Payroll
Workday HCM
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Word
Microsoft PowerPoint

Location

Atlatna, GA
Austin, TX
Indianapolis, IN
Troy, MI
Greater Seattle, WA
Other locations considered for qualified candidates

Work Type

Hybrid

Experience Level

Global payroll leadership experience

Education Level

Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related field
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification preferred

Salary/Compensations

$87,000 - $100,000 + 10% yearly bonus

Benefits

Robust PTO
Vacation
Paid volunteer day
Holidays
Summer Fridays
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
AD&D insurance
401k
Tuition reimbursement
Mental health programs
Financial wellness programs
Professional development opportunities

About the Company

BDA is more than a workplace - it’s a family. For more than four decades we’ve promoted a vibrant and welcoming culture that not only accepts but demands you to be different. The quirky, the bold, the creative and the unique make up the foundation of a company that the most iconic brands in the world look to help tell their story through the power of merchandise.

Equal Opportunity

BDA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.