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Payroll Director

Payroll Director

CelaneseIrving, TX, US
9 days ago
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  • Full-time
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Job description

Overview :

  • The Director of Global Payroll reports directly to the Global HR Services and Enablement Leader and serves as the strategic leader for all global payroll initiatives, opportunities, and guiding principles.
  • This role holds full accountability for the oversight and management of the payroll function for all Celanese employees worldwide.
  • As a key member of the Global HR Services and Enablement Leadership Team, the Director will drive the standardization, efficiency, and optimization of payroll processes across all regions.
  • This position plays a critical role in leading transformational change within the global HR Services and Enablement organization.
  • Celanese is embarking on an exciting initiative to implement a modern HR Service Delivery Model.
  • This transformation will encompass changes across people, processes, and technology, enabling the organization to scale effectively and support our ambitious business growth strategy.

Responsibilities :

  • Lead and inspire global payroll teams by fostering a strong team identity, pride, and morale through employee engagement, inclusion and diversity initiatives, and social impact programs.
  • Collaborate closely with HR leadership, HR Business Partners, Centers of Excellence, and Legal to assess current service scopes, identify gaps, and prioritize process optimization and continuous improvement opportunities.
  • Identify talent gaps and implement strategies to build a robust talent pipeline through targeted job assignments, coaching, and training programs.
  • Drive global payroll transformation initiatives and act as the subject matter expert for payroll-related aspects of mergers, acquisitions, and special projects.
  • Oversee all global payroll external vendors, manage contracts, and lead service management efforts focused on continuous process improvement.
  • Define, monitor, and report on key metrics and KPIs to ensure team accountability, performance, and consistent achievement of service levels.
  • Ensure timely and accurate payroll processing by implementing and maintaining best-in-class practices.
  • Develop and maintain strong internal controls around payroll processes; serve as the functional subject matter expert and gatekeeper for all payroll system enhancements, regulatory updates, and routine maintenance activities.
  • Ensure full compliance with local, state, federal, and international tax regulations as well as company policies.
  • Serve as the Global Process Owner for all payroll processes related to Sarbanes-Oxley Act compliance.
  • Develop, update, and maintain comprehensive payroll policies and procedures to ensure clarity and consistency.
  • Champion and advance the vision and strategic direction for global payroll operations.

    • Qualifications :

  • Bachelor’s degree required with 8+ years of relevant experience, including 3-5+ years leading a multi-country payroll function.
  • Deep expertise in global payroll process transformation, harmonization, and standardization.
  • Proven experience in leading global payroll operations and developing effective payroll strategies.
  • Proficient in working with a variety of payroll systems and technologies.
  • Experience managing both in-house and outsourced payroll models.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and manage departmental budgets effectively.
  • Strong knowledge of payroll processes related to expatriates, including tax implications and compliance.
  • Ability to lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior management without direct reporting authority.
  • Excellent leadership skills with a track record of successfully leading multi-functional projects and initiatives within large, complex organizations.
  • Proven operational leadership with the ability to drive team engagement, empowerment, and high performance.
  • Strategic thinker with a results-oriented mindset.
  • Exceptional communication skills, capable of influencing and engaging stakeholders at all levels.
  • Experience with global time and attendance systems is a plus.
  • Payroll-specific certifications are highly desirable.   Powered by JazzHR
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