Director, Global Payroll

12 hours, 58 minutes ago
Full-time
Executive
HR and Recruiting
Samsara

Samsara

Samsara pioneers the Connected Operations Cloud, offering AI safety programs, real-time visibility, and integrations for industries to enhance efficiency, safety, and sustainability globally.

IT Services
1K-5K
Founded 2015

Description

  • Lead global payroll operations and define the strategic roadmap for payroll delivery.
  • Oversee all payroll cycles across US and international jurisdictions with a focus on accuracy and compliance.
  • Recruit, mentor, and develop a globally dispersed payroll team.
  • Own and evolve relationships with external global payroll service providers and vendors.
  • Partner with Treasury on global payroll cash forecasting and liquidity planning.
  • Partner with Accounting and FP&A on payroll accounting, month-end close, flux analysis, and variance reporting.
  • Lead payroll tax filings, audits, and internal control readiness, including 401(k), Workers’ Comp, and statutory filings.
  • Collaborate with Stock Admin, Tax, and People teams to execute stock-based compensation and maintain tax compliance.
  • Identify and implement AI- and automation-driven process improvements to reduce manual work and improve scalability.
  • Improve employee experience through clear communications, training, self-service tools, and responsive issue resolution.
  • Champion Samsara’s cultural principles while hiring, developing, and leading an inclusive, high-performing team.

Requirements

  • 10–15 years of progressive payroll leadership experience.
  • Deep technical knowledge of US and international payroll landscapes.
  • Demonstrated success leading and scaling globally dispersed teams through significant headcount growth.
  • Strong understanding of payroll accounting, treasury cash positioning, and payroll’s impact on the balance sheet.
  • Ability to manage multiple complex workstreams in a fast-paced environment.
  • Self-starter with a growth mindset and strong customer orientation.
  • Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation or equivalent global certification preferred.
  • Hands-on experience with Workday and CloudPay preferred.
  • Experience using AI, RPA, or advanced data analytics to improve efficiency and reduce costs preferred.
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the specified U.S. location; this is a remote role open to candidates in the U.S. and relocation assistance is not provided.

Benefits

  • Annual base salary of $128,240 to $183,200 USD.
  • Above-market total compensation with base salary, performance-based bonus or variable pay, and equity for eligible roles.
  • Flexible, employee-led remote work model.
  • Comprehensive health plans.
  • Parental leave plans.
  • Professional development stipend.
  • Opportunity for above-market compensation for top performers.

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