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Key Responsibilities

• Payroll Processing: Manage and execute end-to-end payroll cycles for multiple countries, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to international, federal, state, and local payroll laws, tax regulations, company policies and data privacy standards to protect sensitive employee information.
• Vendor Management: Partner with global payroll providers, auditors, and benefits administrators to ensure compliance and service-level excellence.
• Data Management: Maintain accurate employee payroll records, including salary, benefits, tax information, and deductions.
• Issue Resolution: Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee payroll inquiries with efficiency and professionalism.
• Reporting & Analysis: Prepare payroll-related reports, metrics, and reconciliations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline payroll processes, improve automation, and strengthen internal controls.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with HR, Finance, and Legal teams to ensure seamless data integration and policy alignment.

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Skills And Qualifications

• Knowledge of international payroll regulations, tax requirements, and compliance.
• Proficiency in payroll software (e.g., ADP GlobalView, Workday, SAP, or similar platforms).
• Advanced Excel and data analysis skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines across different time zones.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and communication skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.

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RequirementRequired LevelPreferred Education & Work Experience Requirements

EducationBachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, HR, or related fieldMaster's Degree or relevant certification (CPP, GPA, or IPP) preferred.

Payroll Experience3-5 years minimumPrior experience in payroll processing; 2+ years in a global/multi-country payroll role strongly preferred.

Industry KnowledgeGlobal payroll compliance & tax regulationsFamiliarity with labor laws across multiple regions (e.g., North America, EMEA, APAC, LATAM).

Systems ExperiencePayroll software and HRIS systemsExperience with global payroll systems (e.g., ADP, Workday, SAP, Oracle).

Certifications International payroll certification (GPMI, CIPP, IPP) highly desirable.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide. PDN-a0f6fcc4-5de6-4329-b5b3-0f6a2221fe1b