We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to lead complex global payroll operations for a fast-paced, multi-entity organization based in Los Angeles, California. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a senior payroll leader who can balance strategic oversight with hands-on execution across international payroll, compliance, systems, and vendor partnerships. The role will serve as a key advisor on payroll matters while helping strengthen processes, reporting, and cross-functional alignment across the business.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead end-to-end payroll delivery across multiple countries, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on schedule in compliance with local requirements.<br>• Direct relationships with payroll and benefits providers, including evaluating service quality, resolving issues, and identifying opportunities for improvement.<br>• Enhance payroll operations through automation, process optimization, and effective use of payroll and HR technology platforms.<br>• Partner closely with teams such as Human Resources, Finance, and Legal to maintain accurate employee records, benefits data, and organizational changes that affect pay.<br>• Monitor changing payroll laws and statutory obligations across jurisdictions and maintain controls that support ongoing compliance.<br>• Contribute to internal and external audit activities by organizing documentation, validating records, and supporting issue resolution.<br>• Produce regular and on-demand payroll reports for leadership and business stakeholders to support decision-making and workforce planning.<br>• Handle complex payroll inquiries and escalations from employees and managers with timely research and resolution.<br>• Serve as a primary payroll stakeholder for timekeeping initiatives, system enhancements, and broader payroll-related projects, including vendor transitions and platform migrations.<br>• Establish, document, and maintain standard operating procedures to create consistency, accountability, and scalability across payroll operations.