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About the role
We are hiring a Global Payroll Manager, ideally a candidate who thrives on building scalable systems, automating manual processes, and creating operational excellence in a high growth technology environment.
We are looking for a leader who combines deep payroll expertise with a systems oriented mindset. You should be passionate about process improvement, automation, and leveraging technology to increase accuracy, efficiency, transparency, and employee satisfaction. Experience supporting a remote, international workforce is highly valued, as is a genuine interest in the software and technology industry.
This is a management position which requires confidence in setting direction, driving excellence, managing priorities, developing team members, and communicating effectively with stakeholders across the business. As we continue to grow globally, you will play a key role in scaling our payroll infrastructure and raising the standard for operational excellence. This role will report to the Global Financial Controller.
Location: This role is home-based in EMEA time zones, with the option to be based in our London office.
The role entails
Collaborate with HR, Accounting, Accounts Payable, Treasury, Financial Planning & Analysis, and external payroll providers to support payroll operations and compliance
Manage end-to-end payroll operations across different countries, ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing
ABOUT WOLT At Wolt, we create technology that brings joy, simplicity and earnings to the neighborhoods of the world. In 2014 we started with delivery of restaurant food. Now we’re building the delivery of (almost) everything and you’ll find us in over 500 cities in 30 countries around the world. In
Review, validate, and approve payrolls prior to final processing
Establish and maintain strong payroll controls to ensure data accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency
Perform payroll and salary cost analyses, investigating and explaining variances
Ensure compliance with all applicable payroll tax, statutory, reporting, and employment-related requirements across jurisdictions
Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll-related audits, coordinating responses to internal and external audit requests
Monitor legislative and regulatory changes that may impact payroll processes, controls, or compliance obligations
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance payroll accuracy, scalability, and the employee experience
Continue to develop, document, and maintain payroll policies, procedures, and internal controls
Maintain strong relationships with payroll vendors and service providers, ensuring service levels and deliverables are met
Incorporate industry best practices, emerging technology, including AI, to improve reporting quality, efficiency, and accuracy
Lead, mentor and coach a team of global payroll professionals
Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements while identifying and managing compliance risks.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR IN YOU
An exceptional academic track record from both high school and university
An undergraduate degree in Accounting or Finance, or a compelling narrative about your alternative chosen path
Significant payroll experience supporting multi-country and/or global payroll operations
Strong knowledge of payroll compliance, taxation, and internal controls
Experience managing payroll audits and regulatory requirements
Proficiency with payroll systems, HRIS platforms, and spreadsheet-based analysis
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and reconciliation skills
Leadership and commitment to skills development and mentorship
The work ethic and confidence to shine alongside motivated colleagues
A track record of going above-and-beyond expectations
Professional written and spoken English with excellent presentation skills
Excellent interpersonal skills, curiosity, flexibility, and accountability
Appreciative of diversity, polite, and effective in a multi-cultural, multi-national organization
Thoughtfulness and self-motivation
Result-oriented, with a personal drive to meet commitments
Ability to travel internationally twice a year for company events up to two weeks long
In addition we expect that you will match our values, by being:
Precise, taking care to deliver correctness and clarity
Reliable, delivering high quality work that builds trust and confidence
Accessible, collaborating to build products and systems that are usable
Adroit, blending enthusiasm, knowledge, adaptability, style and character
NICE-TO-HAVE SKILLS
Experience implementing or optimizing payroll platforms and HRIS systems
Payroll management experience in publicly traded or pre-IPO companies
A passion for technology and a desire to work with motivated colleagues
Experience supporting rapid expansion, including new country payroll launches
A passion for technology and a desire to work with motivated colleagues
MBA or other relevant business degree
WHAT WE OFFER COLLEAGUES
We consider geographical location, experience, and performance in shaping compensation worldwide. We assess performance and revisit compensation twice annually to ensure we recognize outstanding colleagues. In addition to base pay, we offer a performance-driven annual bonus or commission. We provide all team members with additional benefits which reflect our values and ideals. We balance our programs to meet local needs and ensure fairness globally.
Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in person
Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
Bi-annual compensation review
Company recognition rewards
40 days annual leave per annum, including public holidays and our All Company holiday periods
Maternity and paternity leave
Team Member Assistance Program & Wellness Platform
Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues, with Priority Pass for lounge access
ABOUT CANONICAL
Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source. Our platform, Ubuntu, is very widely used in breakthrough enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. Our customers include the world's leading public cloud and silicon providers, and industry leaders in many sectors. We are founder-led, profitable, and growing.
Powered by worldwide distributed collaboration since our inception in 2004, we believe tech and business leadership can emerge anywhere. We have no central headquarters. Most of us work from home, but we are exceptionally disciplined about this. We have very high expectations of all colleagues, and are champions of excellence. Working here is a step into the future and will challenge you to think differently, work smarter, learn new skills, and raise your game.
CANONICAL IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background create a better work environment and better products. Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration.
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