Global Payroll Lead (SSC Centralization)

Helprise is an organization that combines global reach with local talent. We work for companies that value quality, partnership, and responsibility, creating teams that really work. By precisely matching skills and business needs, we connect specialists with projects where their knowledge has a real impact. By joining us, you become part of an environment where matching is not a coincidence, but a decision.

Helprise -on behalf of our global business partner —is seeking a Global Payroll Lead to build a centralized, scalable global payroll capability within the Shared Services Center (SSC). The role will design, implement, and operate standardized end-to-end payroll processes across multiple countries, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and an excellent employee experience. You will partner with HR, Finance, Legal/Tax, and local payroll providers to drive harmonization, automation, and strong controls.

You Will

• Design the global payroll blueprint (process, controls, RACI, SLAs, KPIs) and central operating model in the SSC.
• Lead country transitions and vendor onboarding; pilot, migrate, and stabilize payrolls.
• Run end-to-end payroll cycles for assigned countries (inputs, validations, gross-to-net, filings, payments, GL, reporting).
• Maintain strong compliance and controls (tax, social security, labor law, GDPR; SOX/ICFR where applicable).
• Manage vendors via SLAs/QBRs and resolve complex escalations.
• Drive continuous improvement and automation with HRIS/IT (Workday/SAP SF, T&A, Finance).
• (Lead) Coach SSC specialists and prioritize workloads.

• Multi-country payroll experience in SSC/BPO or complex in-house environment.
• Lead: 7–10+ years with centralization/transitions.
• Hands-on with global payroll platforms (e.g., ADP, CloudPay, Alight) and HCM (Workday/SAP SF); strong Excel.
• Solid knowledge of statutory requirements, payroll accounting, and payment processes.
• Experience with SOPs, SLAs, KPIs, and internal controls.
• Excellent English communication and stakeholder management.

Nice to have

• Large-scale country migrations, RFPs, vendor governance.
• Time & attendance, benefits, equity/RSU exposure.
• Additional languages (e.g., German, French, Spanish, Polish) and certifications (CPP/CIPP).

Work flexibility
We give you the opportunity to adjust your work to your lifestyle. We offer flexible hours as well as the possibility of remote or hybrid work, depending on the role and your preferences.

Various forms of cooperation
At Helprise, you can choose the model that best suits your needs. We offer both employment contracts and flexible B2B cooperation options.

Basic benefits package
We care about the health and well-being of our employees - we provide private medical care, a MultiSport card, and life insurance.

Development on your terms
We provide an individual development budget that you can use for your professional growth. As a Lumina Learning partner, we also give you access to unique tools and the support of certified practitioners, so you can better understand your potential and strengthen your talents.

Integration and shared experiences
We regularly enjoy new experiences together and build relationships in an inspiring atmosphere. From cooking sessions, through yoga weekends in nature, to the thrill of escape rooms.