Payroll Specialist Lead

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Payroll Specialist Lead in the United States. This role is a key operational and subject matter leadership position within a global payroll organization, responsible for ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely payroll execution in complex, multi-country environments. You will take ownership of end-to-end payroll processes for assigned jurisdictions, with a strong focus on Poland, while contributing to the continuous improvement and scalability of global payroll operations. Working in a fully remote, globally distributed team, you will collaborate closely with Finance, Tax, Product, and Operations stakeholders to ensure payroll integrity and compliance. This role requires both hands‑on payroll expertise and the ability to influence process improvements across systems and workflows. You will also contribute to automation initiatives and AI‑enabled enhancements that improve efficiency and accuracy. The environment is fast‑paced, highly collaborative, and built around ownership, accountability, and operational excellence. Accountabilities Process payroll accurately and on time in compliance with country‑specific regulations, statutory requirements, and internal controls. Manage full payroll cycles including validation of inputs, calculations, reconciliations, and post‑payroll activities. Act as a subject matter expert for Polish payroll, staying current on legislative, tax, and compliance updates. Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors to ensure seamless payroll execution across multiple stakeholders. Identify, investigate, and resolve payroll discrepancies while escalating risks and complex issues when needed. Support implementation of payroll services in new or expanding jurisdictions, ensuring operational readiness. Contribute to process improvements, automation initiatives, and system enhancements to improve efficiency and scalability. Maintain and improve payroll documentation, controls, and operational knowledge bases. Participate in testing and validation of payroll systems, updates, and workflow changes. Requirements 5+ years of experience in payroll operations, preferably in mid‑to‑senior roles. Hands‑on experience managing full‑cycle payroll in Poland, including statutory compliance and reporting. Experience working in multi‑country or global payroll environments. Strong understanding of payroll regulations, tax frameworks, reconciliations, and payroll controls. Familiarity with payroll systems and tools, including R2Płatnik (Symfonia) or similar platforms. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail. Ability to work effectively with cross‑functional and external stakeholders in a remote, distributed environment. Strong communication skills in English; additional languages are a plus. Comfort working in fast‑paced, evolving operational environments with a focus on ownership and accountability. Experience with automation tools or AI‑enabled workflows is highly valued. Benefits Fully remote, global work environment Flexible working hours with async‑first culture Competitive salary aligned with global payroll market standards Stock options participation Generous paid time off 16 weeks paid parental leave Learning and professional development budget Home office and equipment stipend Mental health and wellness support services Opportunities to contribute to global payroll transformation and automation initiatives #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobgether