• Director, Global Payroll

    Kohler Co. (Kohler, WI)


    Director, Global Payroll

     

    _Work Mode: Onsite_

     

    **Location: ** Onsite in Kohler, WI.

     

    Opportunity

     

    AstheDirector-GlobalPayroll,thisroleisresponsibleforoverseeingandmanagingallaspects of payroll operations across the enterprise. The Director-Global Payroll will lead a team of payroll professionals to ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll for employees in multiple countries while maintaining compliance with local regulations and company policies.

     

    Thisrolerequiresastrategicmindset,strongleadershipskills,andadeepunderstandingof payroll processes and systems.

    Responsibilities

    + Developandimplementglobalpayrollstrategies,policies,andprocedurestoensure efficiency, accuracy, and compliance with local regulations and company policies.

    + Manage the global implementation of Workday Payroll and consolidate timekeeping systems to improve data accuracy and reporting

    + Provide direct and indirect leadership to a global payroll team, including regional managers, local payroll staff, and external vendor partners.

    + Global payroll operation oversight across 30+ countries,supporting a workforce of over 30,000 associates

    + Directing the processing of payroll for employees in multiple countries, including data collection, validation, calculation, and distribution of payments.

    + Ensuretimelyandaccuratereportingofpayrolldatatointernalstakeholders,finance, and external authorities as required.

    + Collaboratewithcross-functionalteams,includingHR,finance,legal,andIT,to streamline payroll processes, optimize systems, and resolve issues.

    + Stayup-to-datewithchangesinpayrolllaws,regulations,andbestpracticesglobally, and implement necessary changes to ensure compliance.

    + Managerelationshipswithexternalpayrollvendors,ensuringservicelevelsaremetand contracts are adhered to.

    + Driveprocessimprovementsandautomationinitiativestoincreaseefficiency,reduce errors, and enhance the payroll experience for employees.

    + Prepareandmanagethepayrollbudget,monitorexpenses,andidentifycost-savingopportunities.

    + Actasasubjectmatterexpertonpayrollmatters,providingguidanceandsupportto stakeholders across the organization.

    Skills/Requirements

    + Bachelor'sdegreeinAccounting,Finance,BusinessAdministration,orrelatedfield; advanced degree or professional certification (e.g., CPP, FPC) preferred.

    + Tenormoreyearsofexperienceinpayrollmanagement,withaproventrackrecordof success in a global organization.

    + In-depthknowledgeofpayrollprocesses,regulations,andcompliancerequirements across multiple countries.

    + Strongleadershipandpeoplemanagementskills,withtheabilitytomotivateand develop teams.

    + Excellentcommunicationskills,withtheabilitytoeffectivelyinteractwithstakeholdersat all levels of the organization.

    + Analyticalmindsetwiththeabilitytointerpretcomplexdataandidentifytrendsandinsights.

    + Experienceimplementingandoptimizingpayrollsystemsandtechnologysolutions.

    + Provenabilitytomanagemultipleprioritiesinafast-pacedenvironmentanddriveresults.

    + Strongproblem-solvingskillswithafocusoncontinuousimprovement.

    + Highlevelofintegrityanddiscretionwhenhandlingconfidentialinformation.

    + Preferred experience: hands-on experience with global payroll systems, particularly Workday and SAP, including configuration, reporting, and integration across complex, multi-country environments.

    **Important Notice:** This position is being managed by an external recruiting agency, Titan Talent. To learn more about the role or express interest, reach out directly to the agency handling the search. Thank you for your understanding! Titan Talent, Christine Goodson

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    _Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future._

     

    _We believe in supporting you from the moment you join us, which is why Kohler offers day 1 benefits. This means you’ll have access to your applicable benefit programs from your first day on the job, with no waiting period. The salary range for this position is $148,250 - $191,850. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision & 401k._

     

    Why Choose Kohler?

     

    We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we’re driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives.

    About Us

    It is Kohler’s policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact [email protected] . Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.