International Payroll Analyst

About the role

For our client, we are seeking an International Payroll Analyst to join the team of a leader in the Media space. In this role, you will manage payroll operations across a broad international footprint, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on schedule. You will also help strengthen global compliance, support equity‑related payroll processes, and partner closely with internal stakeholders and external vendors to maintain smooth execution. This position will play an important role in optimizing payroll systems, supporting controls, and contributing to strategic initiatives in a fast‑moving global environment. This role is remote and open to US‑based candidates only; no visa sponsorship is available.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute payroll for 15+ international countries, ensuring accuracy and adherence to pay schedules.
• Lead the payroll calendar and operating cadence to manage dependencies and risks.
• Oversee international equity compensation payroll processing and compliance.
• Act as a functional lead for payroll technology projects, optimizing Workday workflows.
• Partner with internal teams and vendors to manage compliance and reconciliation.
• Establish and enforce global payroll policies and SOX controls.
• Support strategic projects including M&A integrations and cross‑functional launches.

Qualifications

• 5‑7+ years of payroll operations experience in a high‑growth, publicly traded tech company.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in payroll, accounting, finance, human resources, or a related field.
• Advanced proficiency with Workday Payroll and global payroll platforms.
• High proficiency in Excel and Google Sheets for data analysis and reconciliation.
• Strong understanding of global equity taxation, statutory compliance, and labor laws.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare benefits and income replacement programs.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Global benefit programs for professional development and personal support.
• Family planning support.
• Gender‑affirming care.
• Mental health and coaching benefits.
• Flexible vacation and paid volunteer time off.
• Generous paid parental leave.

Pay

$105,400 – $147,500 annually