Director, Global Payroll

Rhythm Pharmaceuticals•Boston, MA

1d•$182,000 - $275,000•Hybrid

About The Position

As the Director, Global Payroll, you will lead Rhythm's payroll function for the North America and International regions. This individual will be responsible for optimizing all pay systems and reporting and ensuring we are compliant with all state and country specific rules and regulations. The role will oversee a Sr. Payroll Specialist based in the Netherlands and will report to the VP, Corporate Controller. The Director, Global Payroll will be a key collaborator with partners in accounting, finance and HR.

Requirements

10+ years of payroll experience, including at least 3+ years leading the payroll function at a global organization
Prior experience as a people manager
Demonstrated knowledge of accounting principles, payroll methods, Department of Labor regulations, federal and state tax regulations and international regulations.
Experience with ADP is required.
Proactive working style with strong attention to detail and accuracy; analytical and problem-solving skills
Curious, accountable and willing to learn and apply knowledge to improve processes
Strong communication skills and commitment to collaboration

Responsibilities

Lead the global payroll function and deliver high-quality service to employees.
Oversee payroll operations across multiple countries to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with applicable regulations.
Manage and provide oversight to Payroll team.
Oversee the entry and provide approvals for US payroll.
Oversee the entry and provide approvals for international payrolls executed by external vendors.
Collaborate with partners across accounting, finance and HR on payroll related matters.
Ensure proper payment of wages and salaries for regular and off cycle US payrolls, partnering with ADP to ensure that our payroll systems are correctly configured to process earnings and deductions, achieving federal, state and country guidelines (as applicable).
Oversee new state and/or country setups as required and respond timely to all payroll related federal and state and country notices.
Ensure all pay-related transactions and any related issuances/annual tax forms are completed timely and accurately.
Review employee data, including new hire entries, terminations, salary changes, and benefits information to ensure accurate payroll calculations.
Review and reconcile payroll data, ensuring all deductions, taxes, and contributions are accurately calculated and processed.
Monitor changes in tax laws, labor regulations and payroll compliance requirements across North America and International regions, ensuring timely updates to payroll processes.
Own, update and communicate pay-related actions, activities, best practices, policies and notices.
Manage Payroll and time-off materials and training on our intranet.
Process owner for internal controls over the global payroll cycle
Identify enhancements to the systems supporting payroll and timekeeping processes while working closely with stakeholders across accounting, finance and HR for functional support.
Ensure all employee pay and time off inquiries are resolved timely.
Assist in the implementation and testing of payroll system upgrades and enhancements.
Conduct periodic audits of payroll records to identify and resolve discrepancies or errors.
Process the payroll effects of equity transactions
Other duties will be assigned as needed.