Senior Global Payroll Manager, Wayfair

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field; CPA or CPP certification preferred
• 7+ years of progressive payroll experience, including 3+ years managing payroll teams in a complex, multi-state or global environment
• Deep knowledge of payroll regulations, tax filings, compliance requirements, and best practices
• Strong expertise with payroll systems (e.g., Workday, ADP, SAP, or similar)
• Experience leading payroll system implementations is highly desirable
• Proven leadership skills with experience coaching, developing, and managing teams
• Exceptional project management abilities, capable of driving complex initiatives to completion on time and within budget
• Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret payroll data and communicate insights effectively
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with cross-functional partners and external vendors
• Detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Must be mobile and able to perform the physical requirements of the job, bending, kneeling, stooping, pushing, pulling and repetitive motion
• Ability to sit and work at a computer for long periods of time
• Able to move intermittently throughout the workday

Desirable

• As a Senior Global Payroll Manager at Wayfair, you will lead the payroll operations team ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing across multiple jurisdictions
• You will be responsible for driving payroll strategy, enhancing payroll systems and processes, and partnering cross-functionally with HR, Finance, Benefits, Compensation, and Legal teams to deliver best-in-class payroll services that support our growing global workforce
• You will play a key role in leading payroll initiatives, managing compliance risk, and implementing scalable solutions to improve payroll efficiency and employee experience
• Lead end-to-end payroll processing for multiple entities, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations
• Manage and mentor a high-performing payroll team, fostering professional growth, collaboration, and accountability
• Develop and implement payroll policies, procedures, and internal controls to reduce risk and improve operational efficiency
• Partner with HR, Finance, Benefits, Compensation and Legal teams on payroll-related matters including benefits integration, tax reporting, audits, and system upgrades
• Oversee complex payroll projects including system implementations, integrations, and process automation
• Ensure compliance with tax authorities and regulatory agencies; manage audits and resolve any discrepancies or issues
• Analyze payroll data and prepare detailed reports and dashboards for senior leadership to inform strategic decisions
• Stay abreast of legislative changes impacting payroll and proactively update policies and processes
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to optimize payroll operations and enhance employee satisfaction