Optasia
Fintech
GlobalPayrollManager
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“Global Payroll Manager at Optasia. Skills: Global Payroll Management, International Payroll Operations, Payroll Governance and Controls, Vendor Management, Cross-functional Collaboration. Lead the accurate and timely delivery of payroll across multiple countries, coordinating internal inputs and external providers to ensure payroll is processed correctly and on schedule.. Own payroll governance, controls, calendars, reconciliations, and audit readiness, ensuring payroll processes are well-docume”
What You'll Achieve.
deliver accurate, timely, and compliant payroll operations; ensure payroll is processed correctly and on schedule; reduce errors and improve efficiency
Industry & Context.
root-cause analysis
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Progressive global payroll experience with meaningful leadership responsibility for multi-country payroll operations, knowledge of payroll processes, controls, reconciliations, compliance requirements, and vendor management in international environments, Experience working across multiple countries, with good understanding of payroll legislation and employment-related statutory requirements in the markets where the company operates, Demonstrated ability to partner effectively with Finance, People, Legal, and external providers on complex payroll matters, Data-driven, detail-oriented, and business-oriented approach to payroll governance and service delivery, Experience in a challenging, dynamic and complex business environment with a focus on multiculturalism and internationalism, Ability to quickly build trust with employees, managers, vendors and partners, diplomatic and interpersonal skills with high levels of professionalism and integrity, Ability to plan and prioritize work under tight deadlines, work on own initiative and as a member of a team, Experience improving payroll processes, systems, and controls in scaleup or transformation environments
Nice to Have
understanding of startup and scaleup culture
What You'll Do.
Lead the accurate and timely delivery of payroll across multiple countries
coordinating internal inputs and external providers to ensure payroll is processed correctly and on schedule.
Own payroll governance
ensuring payroll processes are well-documented
Partner closely with People
and third-party vendors to manage payroll-related changes including new hires
equity-related inputs and statutory updates.
Monitor local payroll legislation
and reporting requirements
escalating risks and ensuring appropriate operational responses.
Drive continuous improvement in payroll processes
data quality and reporting
using metrics and root-cause analysis to reduce errors and improve efficiency.
Identify and manage new payroll vendors in new geographic locations as the company expands into new markets.
Integrate acquisitions
and changes to employment models where relevant.
Manage payroll vendors and service partners
compliance and value for money.
Produce payroll reporting and insights for Finance and People stakeholders
supporting forecasting
controls and decision-making.
Contribute to employee communication and manager guidance on payroll-related topics with clarity and professionalism.
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Partner closely with People, Finance, Legal, and third-party vendors; Ability to partner effectively with Finance, People, Legal, and external providers on complex payroll matters; Ability to quickly build trust with employees, managers, vendors and partners; work as a member of a team
Communication Scope
Contribute to employee communication and manager guidance on payroll-related topics with clarity and professionalism
Process & Methodology
Ability to plan and prioritize work under tight deadlines
Full Job Description
At Optasia we use the latest technologies and tools to build impactful customer experiences, grow our network and provide comprehensive financial access for millions of customers in countries across continental Africa, Asia and beyond. We are seeking a dynamic **Global Payroll Manager** with deep experience of managing payroll across multiple international markets, coupled to a strong understanding of startup and scaleup culture. * The ideal person will possess strong payroll governance, analytical, and stakeholder management skills, together with the ability to deliver accurate, timely, and compliant payroll operations in a complex international environment. * Experience managing payroll vendors, strengthening controls, and navigating local payroll requirements across Africa, Middle East, Asia and other international markets is essential. This is a key role in a growing organization - an opportunity to work in a company where a go-getter spirit and customer orientation are valued as highly as technical excellence. Detailed overview Location: Athens or Dubai Candidate Profile * A detail-oriented and commercially aware payroll leader who can combine rigorous operational control with a high-quality employee experience. * Proven experience working across multiple jurisdictions in Africa and Asia, balancing standardization, compliance, accuracy and pace in a fast-changing environment. * Passionate about building robust payroll processes, improving controls, and partnering effectively across People, Finance, Legal, and third-party vendors. Key Responsibilities * Lead the accurate and timely delivery of payroll across multiple countries, coordinating internal inputs and external providers to ensure payroll is processed correctly and on schedule. * Own payroll governance, controls, calendars, reconciliations, and audit readiness, ensuring payroll processes are well-documented, compliant, and scalable. * Partner closely with People, Finance, Legal, and third-party vendors t
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