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Salary: USD 163,300 - 236,800 / annual
Moody's Global Payroll Operations is seeking an experienced payroll leader at the VP or AVP level to own end-to-end delivery of payroll-related projects, M&A integration work, and process improvement initiatives across the company's global payroll footprint.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage global payroll projects from initiation through completion, including scoping, planning, stakeholder alignment, risk management, and post-implementation review
- Own payroll workstreams for mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures, including due diligence support, system/data integration, harmonization of pay practices, and post-close stabilization
- Identify, design, and implement process improvement and automation initiatives that increase payroll accuracy, reduce manual effort, and strengthen controls
- Serve as subject matter expert on Workday HCM functionality, configuration, and reporting; partner with HRIS/Technology teams on enhancements, testing, and issue resolution
- Maintain working knowledge of ADP payroll processing and CloudPay to support in-country and outsourced payroll delivery models
- Partner closely with People Team, Benefits, Finance, and Technology to ensure seamless coordination of payroll-impacting processes
- Work with VP of Americas Payroll and VP of International Payroll to align on shared priorities and coordinate cross-regional projects
- Apply strong understanding of U.S. and international payroll tax rules to ensure compliant payroll processing and reporting across multiple jurisdictions
- Develop and maintain payroll process documentation, controls, and standard operating procedures to support audit readiness and regulatory compliance
- Provide regular reporting and updates to senior leadership on project status, risks, and key payroll metrics
- Mentor and manage members of the payroll operations team, fostering a culture of accuracy, continuous improvement, and collaboration
- Maintain risk register for global payroll using Moody's GRC tool
- Partner with internal audit and SOX team on payroll-related audits
- Oversee end-to-end time and attendance administration, ensuring accurate capture, approval, and integration into payroll processing
Success Metrics:
- Payroll projects and M&A integrations delivered on time, within scope, with minimal employee disruption
- Automation and process improvements measurably reduce manual effort and error rates
- Payroll remains compliant with all applicable U.S. and international tax and regulatory requirements
- People Team Operations and Benefits partners view Global Payroll Operations as responsive, reliable, and collaborative
Requirements:
- Significant experience in global or multi-country payroll operations, including leading payroll projects and process improvement initiatives
- Direct experience with M&A payroll integration, including system consolidation, data migration, and harmonization of pay and time practices
- Hands-on experience leveraging Workday HCM to support payroll processes, compliance, and operational excellence, including configuration, testing, and reporting
- Strong knowledge of U.S. and international payroll tax rules, filings, and compliance requirements
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional projects and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, matrixed environment
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with ability to partner effectively with People Team Operations, Benefits, Finance, and Technology
- Experience with ADP payroll platforms preferred
- Experience with CloudPay or similar global payroll aggregator/outsourcing platforms preferred
- Prior experience operating at VP or AVP level within a payroll, HR operations, or shared services organization preferred
- Professional payroll certification (e.g., CPP, Global Payroll Management Institute certification, or equivalent) preferred
