Global Payroll Director

ABOUT YOU

Are you passionate about Payroll and ready to join an inclusive work environment, committed to leading new ideas and pathways, and to delivering value? If the answer is, “Yes!” then we have an exciting career opportunity for you as a Global Payroll Director to lead the global payroll function across the United States, Canada, Europe and Australia.

Who are we? We are Montrose, a global environmental services provider offering environmental planning and permitting, measurement and analytical services, and environmental resiliency and sustainability solutions. Our qualified engineers, scientists, technicians, associates, and policy experts are proud of our collective expertise and the collaborative nature of our approach to helping clients. We strive to optimize environmental resiliency in a way that effectively complements our clients’ decision-making and operations and efficiently fulfills their project requirements.

We have over 135 offices across the United States, Canada, Europe and Australia and over 35000 employees – all ready to provide solutions for environmental needs.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

As a key member of our Montrose team, you can expect:

• Mentorship and professional development resources to advance your career, including Montrose Leadership Excellence

• Participating with and contributing to a high performing and well-respected HR Function

• An entrepreneurial environment where you can learn, thrive and collaborate with talented colleagues throughout Montrose

• Competitive compensation package: annual salary ranging from $145,000 to $165,000 commensurate with accomplishments, performance, credentials and geography

• Long term equity eligibility

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage

• 401k with a 4% employer match, Roth options, and a broad investment portfolio

• Progressive vacation policies, company holidays and paid parental leave benefits

• Hybrid or remote work arrangement

• Corp employees residing in Irvine, CA, Little Rock, AR and Calgary, CA making these locations attractive locations for this role, but not required.

A DAY IN THE LIFE

Reporting to the VP of HRIS, this role leads the payroll function to achieve operational effectiveness in US, Canada, Australia and Europe where we operate. As a key member of the Human Resources team, this role will be responsible for a full range of activities including:

• Lead, coach, and develop the global payroll team located in multiple geographies across the US, in Canada and a member in Australia to achieve high performance and professional growth

• Provide leadership, guidance and expertise in the areas of payroll, including team building, collaboration across functions, enterprise support and external vendors

• Manage and oversee payroll operations. Direct, manage and ensure payroll service and functionality. Provide leadership and guidance on payroll matters. Represent Payroll function in policy and decision-making processes

• Lead payroll integration efforts for mergers, acquisitions, and international expansions

• Develop/deliver training, user guides and facilitate communications to ensure organizational and end user understanding of payroll functions

• Ensure compliance with all regulatory, tax, and labor requirements across countries, including SOX controls, data privacy, and withholding/taxation rules

• Ensure accurate and timely processing of all equity compensation-related payroll transactions, including RSUs, ISOs and NSOs

• Partner closely with Finance, Legal and HR leadership to manage the execution of equity grant cycles, including grant planning, approvals, grants data upload (Certent and Fidelity)and timely communication

• Perform payroll system administration activities.

• Work along with the HRIS team through implementations, configurations, projects and process change. Act as strategic partner to determine how best to support the organization through data retained in HR Systems.

• Participate in the assessment, selection and implementation of any future payroll systems and modules

• Other projects assigned to ensure continued career development

YOUR EXPERTISE AND SKILLS

To perform this job successfully, individuals must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent professional work experience.

• 10+ years of progressive experience in payroll oversight and administration, including experience managing full-scope payroll operations in multi-country (US, Canada, Australia preferred), mid- to large-sized (2500+ employees) organizations; or an appropriate combination of education and accomplishments.

• 3+ years of supervisory/management experience. Would consider a rising star looking to manage for first time!

• Experience managing and working with payroll and equity administration systems (e.g. Workday, ADP, Fidelity)

• Solid understanding of international payroll regulations, tax laws, and compliance requirements

• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving and project management skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work cross-functionally and across time zones

• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, high-growth, dynamic, and global environment.

• Familiarity with SOX compliance and internal audit processes.

• Previous stock administration experience required

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees so classified. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may reach us at careers@montrose-env.com.

MAKE THE MOVE TO ACCELERATE YOUR CAREER

We are going to be blunt – the way we work may not suit everyone. We are a fast-paced, dynamic and high-growth company. You are your own boss, but you will get coaching and mentorship and plenty of support from talented, super-smart colleagues and its service providers. Therefore, if, autonomy, and professional development attract you, we could be the perfect match.

Want to know more about us? Visit montrose-env.com!

Montrose is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Montrose is committed to recruiting and hiring qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status. Montrose is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its employment for individuals with disabilities.

Montrose will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Montrose is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the Civil Right’s Department Fair Chance Act webpage.