Sr. Global Payroll Optimization Specialist

We are seeking a strategic payroll partner to drive the transformation and optimization of global payroll operations. This role goes beyond operational execution, being responsible for leading and implementing complex multi-country initiatives, including vendor migrations, system implementation, and process standardization.

This role requires a combination of project leadership, technical payroll expertise, and a focus on continuous improvement, with a direct impact on business results.

Responsibilities:

Lead payroll transformation and optimization initiatives across global payroll operations.

Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes, standardize practices, and increase efficiency.

Support implementation of payroll-related projects, including vendor migrations, system changes, process improvements and M&A activities.

Manage incidents, perform root cause analysis, and drive corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

Maintain data integrity across payroll and related systems.

Ensure compliance with internal controls, SOX requirements, internal audit standards, corporate policies, and local and international regulations.

Collaborate with global HR, Finance, and IT teams to improve service delivery and support business objectives.

Document and maintain payroll operating procedures and process updates.

Support adherence to service level agreements and help manage deviations as needed.

Prepare and analyze operational reports across weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual timeframes.

Support employees and stakeholders with payroll-related questions, ensuring compliance with applicable legal and labor agreement requirements.

Support general payroll processing as needed.

Perform other duties based on business needs.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in payroll vendor migration projects
• Payroll processing experience for 2-3 years
• Solid experience in project management (HCM, time and attendance, benefits, or payroll system implementations).
• High attention to detail and accuracy in data auditing and validation.
• Knowledge of time and attendance systems (preferably Kronos).
• Ability to build effective relationships with HR, payroll, technology, and business leadership teams.
• Focus on customer service and stakeholder management.
• Advanced level of English (spoken and written).
• Strong problem-solving, escalation, and root cause analysis skills.
• Ability to generate and analyze reports.
• Proficiency in technology tools, particularly Excel and MS Office.
• High level of professional ethics and handling of confidential information.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 5 to 7 years of relevant experience.

Preferred:

• Experience working with multiple global payroll providers.
• Experience with international or multi-country payroll is a plus.

Flowserve es un fabricante líder mundial y proveedor de servicios posventa de sistemas integrales de control de flujo. Únete a una empresa cuya gente está comprometida con la construcción de un futuro más sostenible para hacer del mundo un lugar mejor para todos. Con 16,000+ empleados en 50+ países, combinamos nuestro alcance global con presencia local. Nuestro equipo se desafía a sí mismo para abordar cada situación con ingenio y creatividad para ayudar a brindar a nuestros clientes los productos y servicios de control de flujo más innovadores. Apoyamos a 10,000+ clientes en todo el mundo, creando productos para satisfacer las necesidades de nuestros clientes que suministran energía, agua dulce, productos farmacéuticos y otros elementos esenciales a consumidores, empresas y gobiernos a nivel mundial. Lo invitamos a poner en marcha sus talentos y su carrera en Flowserve.

Req ID : R-18061