Global Payroll Lead

ForeFlight is seeking a Global Payroll Lead who will be responsible for overseeing and managing payroll operations across multiple countries. This role ensures accurate and timely payroll processing, compliance with international laws and regulations, and the protection of sensitive employee data. 

In this role, you’ll be the go-to expert for ensuring our team members around the world are paid accurately and on time. You’ll work closely with HR, Finance, and external partners to keep our payroll operations running smoothly — and help us scale them as we grow. This role is ideal for someone who values precision, consistency and thoughtful collaboration in their work.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Own the end-to-end payroll process across multiple countries — from data collection to processing to reporting
• Collaborate with HR and Finance teams globally to ensure accurate pay, taxes, and compliance with local regulations
• Manage end-to-end payroll processing across multiple countries, ensuring timely and accurate execution
• Maintain compliance with local labor laws, tax regulations, and company policies across all supported regions
• Coordinate with external payroll vendors and monitor service delivery and performance
• Support audits, reporting, and compliance activities by maintaining clean and organized payroll records
• Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities to enhance efficiency and accuracy
• Act as the primary point of contact for global payroll-related inquiries from team members and internal teams
• Collaborate with HR and Finance on compensation changes, benefit updates, and other pay-impacting items
• Stay informed on global payroll regulations and advise on potential impacts or required changes
• Support team members with global payroll-related questions in a friendly and timely manner
• Lead process improvement initiatives to streamline payroll processes, enhance efficiency, and reduce errors across the organization
• Guide employees on timesheet and approval processes within our Workforce Management system
• Ad-hoc reporting 
• Audit and review quarterly tax filings and complete reconciliations
• Participate in audits and assist with resolving any discrepancies or issues identified

 

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in payroll, including international payroll administration
• In-depth knowledge of payroll regulations, tax laws, and compliance requirements
• Proficiency in UKG payroll software and systems (e.g., ADP, Workday SAP)
• Familiarity with time-tracking and HRIS systems integration
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
• Demonstrated experience leading payroll operations or managing a payroll team
• Proven track record of process improvement and implementing best practices in payroll operations
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP), Global Payroll Management Certificate, or equivalent
• Experience with multi-jurisdictional payroll across North America, EMEA, and/or APAC
• Experience supporting payroll for 250+ employees, across both exempt and non-exempt populations
• Knowledge of equity compensation, bonus structures, and international assignment
• Demonstrated ability to manage third-party vendors and global payroll providers
• Familiarity with SOX compliance and internal control frameworks
• Background in supporting M&A, divestiture, or organizational change from a payroll perspective
• Advanced Excel skills and experience working with payroll data for reporting and audits
• Track record of driving automation and optimization in global payroll workflows and reporting

 

About ForeFlight, LLC:

ForeFlight, a Boeing company, is the leading provider of advanced integrated software for the General, Business and Military Aviation markets worldwide. Founded in 2007 and joining the Boeing family in 2019, ForeFlight now offers ForeFlight Mobile EFB and Military Flight Bag for pilots, ForeFlight Dispatch for flight planners, Sentry portable ADS-B receivers, and a range of additional integrated products and capabilities serving the needs of pilots and flight departments around the world. Foreflight has been recognized with numerous prestigious awards, including the Editors' Choice Award from FLYING Magazine for five separate years: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2023, and 2024. In 2023, ForeFlight also earned the FLYING Magazine Innovation Award, followed by the Readers' Choice Award in 2024. Additionally, ForeFlight was honored as the App of the Year by Aviation Consumer in 2011, and BuiltIn 2024 best places to work.

Why You Should Join:

At ForeFlight, we know you want a rewarding career. To do that, you need challenging projects, a good work environment, and awesome coworkers. We believe in our employees, and we empower them to make a direct impact on our products and services messaging. We strive to provide ForeFlighters and their loved ones with a world-class benefits experience, focused on supporting their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. Our benefits package includes but not limited to the following:

• Medical, dental, vision insurance with Employer paid health premiums
• Open PTO Policy
• 401(k) with up to 10% company matching and immediate vesting
• 12 Weeks Paid Maternity Leave
• 4 Weeks Paid Paternity Leave
• Flight Training Rewards
• Tuition Stipend

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Salary pay range: $150-$180k.

This position is currently part of Boeing but is planned to transition to an independent company owned by Thoma Bravo, as part of a pending divestiture of the Digital Aviation Solutions organization. If you are selected for this role, your employment may initially be with Boeing (dependent on start date). Subject to final regulatory approvals and closing conditions, your employment may transfer to the divested business owned by Thoma Bravo at close. Additional details about this transition will be shared as they become available. By applying, you acknowledge and understand that this role is part of a transitioning business and may be subject to organizational changes including a new employer.