Senior Manager, Americas Regional Payroll Leader

BlackLine

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a results-oriented and people-centric Senior Manager to lead BlackLine's Americas Payroll Region. The ideal candidate is a humble and curious leader who is passionate about developing talent, fostering a collaborative environment, and driving strategic outcomes. This role is perfect for an individual who can balance high-level strategy with tactical execution and who thrives on continuous learning and improvement.

Requirements

Proven experience in a leadership role with a strong focus on people management and development.
Demonstrated ability to think strategically and execute tactically to achieve business goals.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence at all levels.
A strong sense of curiosity and a passion for continuous learning and professional growth.
Experience in risk management and the ability to develop and implement effective mitigation strategies.
A results-driven mindset with a proven track record of delivering projects on time and on budget.

Responsibilities

Build and nurture leadership skills within your team, acting as a mentor and coach.
Foster a culture of empowerment by providing your team with the necessary skills, training, and opportunities to highlight their capabilities and grow in their careers.
Lead with humility, recognizing that you don't have all the answers but can guide discussions to find the best solutions.
Create an inclusive environment where team members of all experience levels feel valued and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives.
Develop and implement strategic plans while maintaining a firm grasp of the tactical details required to achieve key objectives. Focus on in country and regional payroll compliance including SOX provisions; ensuring relevant payroll systems are properly configured; the accuracy, timeliness, and completeness of all payrolls within the region; support any corporate or payroll initiatives; ensure the operational and efficient execution of in region payrolls; and ensure business continuity plans are in place, staff trained, and plans tested on a periodic basis.
Analyze potential risks, develop robust mitigation plans, and make informed decisions to keep projects on track, including understanding project functional requirements and ensuring they are fully documented in non-technical terms and received by all interested parties; ensure new processes and systems are fully tested and functional before moving to production; act as functional lead and SME for payroll-related projects impacting the region.
Drive for results and ensure that all in-region projects, initiatives, and payroll operations are delivered on time and to the highest standard of quality.
Lead efforts to design and implement scalable frameworks, templates, and standards that provide clear guidance while allowing for local adaptation and flexibility within the region.
Communicate effectively across all levels of the organization, from individual contributors to senior leadership, on all in-region payroll matters as required.
Be highly responsive and maintain open lines of communication with all stakeholders, regardless of their role or level.
Focus on the customer experience and ensure that deliverables are met as agreed upon.
Champion the use of technology as a lever to streamline operations and drive efficiency.
Embrace a mindset of continuous learning, actively seeking out new knowledge and ideas from any source to stay at the forefront of the payroll trends, industry best practices, and emerging technologies.