Payroll Director - AMER

LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) is more than a diversified global financial markets infrastructure and data business. As dedicated, open-access partners, we are committed to excellence in delivering the services our customers expect from us. With extensive experience, deep knowledge, and a worldwide presence across financial markets, we enable businesses and economies around the world to fund innovation, manage risk, and create jobs. This is how we have contributed to supporting the financial stability and growth of communities and economies globally for more than 300 years!

LSEG is headquartered in the United Kingdom, with significant operations in 65 countries across EMEA, North America, Latin America, and Asia Pacific. We employ over 26,000 people globally, more than half located in Asia Pacific.

Costa Rica is our growing LATAM hub specializing in functions such as Corporate Functions, Operations, Customer Experience, and Sales.

At LSEG Costa Rica, we cultivate a supportive, diverse, and collaborative community. This dedication comes to life through our sustainability initiatives, employee networks, as well as impactful community projects that make a difference beyond the workplace.

Surrounded by nature and abundant greenery, the office has an open design with collaboration spaces, and combined with the hybrid workstyle, offers a flexible work experience for all!

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated Regional Head of Payroll for the Americas region. This role will be responsible for overseeing all payroll operations across North and South America, ensuring compliance with local regulations, and driving process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in payroll management, excellent leadership skills, and a deep understanding of regional payroll laws and practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a payroll team of 6 people across the Americas region, providing guidance and support to ensure timely and accurate payroll processing.
• Oversee payroll operations in 9 countries, ensuring compliance with all local, state, and federal payroll regulations and reporting requirements.
• Develop and implement payroll policies and procedures to streamline operations and improve efficiency.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and other departments to ensure seamless integration of payroll processes with other business functions.
• Monitor and analyze payroll metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.
• Manage relationships with external payroll vendors and service providers.
• Stay up-to-date with changes in payroll laws and regulations and ensure the team is informed and compliant.
• Provide training and development opportunities for payroll staff to enhance their skills and knowledge.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in payroll management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of payroll laws and regulations in the Americas region.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Proficiency in payroll software and systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation.
• Experience with multinational payroll operations.
• Fluency in English and Spanish

LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth.

Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions.

Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce. You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas and are committed to sustainability across our global business. You will experience the critical role we have in helping to re-engineer the financial ecosystem to support and drive sustainable economic growth. Together, we are aiming to achieve this growth by accelerating the just transition to net zero, enabling growth of the green economy and creating inclusive economic opportunity.

LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.

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