Senior Manager, Global Payroll Operations with Security Clearance

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Job description

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century's most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril's family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years. As Senior Manager, Global Payroll Operations, you will be at the helm of Anduril's payroll department. Your role is pivotal in ensuring that our employees across multiple countries are paid accurately and on time, while also managing compliance with varying local tax laws and regulations. This strategic leadership position demands a high level of expertise in global payroll systems, a deep understanding of domestic and international tax implications, and a passion for delivering a seamless payroll experience to our diverse workforce. You will collaborate with senior management and key cross-functional teams to drive efficiency, improve systems, and uphold the integrity of our payroll operations. Responsibilities: Lead and oversee global payroll operations for a team of three, managing payroll for multiple countries (UK, AU, UAE), and ensuring compliance with all local compensation and tax regulations. Develop, mentor, and provide direction to the payroll team, cultivating a high-performance culture focused on service excellence and continuous improvement. Foster strong relationships with PeopleOps, Legal, Tax, and Accounting teams to synchronize efforts, thereby ensuring statutory reporting requirements and audit controls are met. Design and implement robust payroll processes and controls, ensuring all operational activities are risk-averse and adhere to internal policies, including SOX compliance. Serve as the project manager for payroll system implementations and transitions, while partnering with People team to streamline vendor management. Act as the point of contact for payroll-related escalations, internal and external audits, and ad hoc requests, providing subject matter expertise and strategic guidance. Assist the general ledger team with payroll information to ensure accurate and timely financial statement reporting. Ensure proper processing and reporting of stock activity for employees in compliance with employee and tax reporting requirements. Lead the coordination and response to country compensation/payroll audits, identifying and resolving discrepancies in collaboration with cross-functional teams. Evaluate, develop, and enforce the use of audit tools to support and optimize the payroll process. Review and recommend changes to payroll, benefits partnerships, and tax procedures to drive best practices within the company. Oversee project code management and timekeeping for hourly employees, including developing and providing training for our hourly staff. Requirements: A minimum of 7+ years of experience in international payroll processing, with a preference for experience in managing payroll operations for multiple countries, including US, UK, and Australia. Demonstrated experience with global third-party payroll providers and a strong background in payroll accounting. Adapt to and manage frequent procedural changes, maintaining a resilient approach to all things payroll. Previous leadership experience with a track record of effectively managing and developing a payroll team. Proficient with large payroll platforms such as ADP, Rippling, or Paychex; Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification is a plus. Exceptional understanding of payroll tax laws, compliance issues, and employee compensation across multiple jurisdictions. Able to support locally required and voluntary payroll deductions such as superannuation (AUS), novated leasing (AUS), National Insurance (UK), etc. Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with various payroll systems. A detail-oriented and self-directed individual capable of executing tasks with minimal supervision and managing complex, multi-faceted projects. Exhibits strong ownership and communication skills. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to develop internal relationships and vendor partnerships and to serve as a point of escalation. Commitment to maintaining professional and technical knowledge through ongoing education and engagement with industry developments. US Salary Range $142,000 - $213,000 USD The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including: Platinum Healthcare Benefits: For U.S. roles, we offer top tier platinum coverage (medical, dental, vision) that are 100% covered by Anduril for you and 90% covered for your dependents. For UK roles, Private Medical Insurance (PMI): Anduril will cover the full cost of the insurance premium for an employee and dependents. For AUS roles, Private health plan through Bupa: Coverage is fully subsidized by Anduril. Basic Life/AD&D and long-term disability insurance 100% covered by Anduril, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents. Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a holiday hiatus in December, and highly competitive PTO plans. 16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave to care for a family member, bond with your baby, or tend to your own medical condition. Family Planning & Parenting Support: Fertility (eg, IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carrier coverage with additional benefits and resources to provide support from planning to parenting. Mental Health Resources: We provide free mental health resources 24/7 including therapy, life coaching, and more. Additional work-life services, such as free legal and financial support, available to you as well. A professional development stipend is available to all Andurilians. Daily Meals and Provisions: For many of our offices this means breakfast, lunch and fully stocked micro-kitchens. Company-funded commuter benefits available based on your region. Relocation assistance (depending on role eligibility). 401(k) retirement savings plan - both a traditional and Roth 401(k). (US roles only) The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process. Anduril is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. The Anduril team is made up of incredibly talented and unique individuals, who together are disrupting industry norms by creating new paths towards the future of defense technology. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state, or local law, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the CA Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. We actively encourage members of recognized minorities, women, Veterans, and those with disabilities to apply, and we work to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all applicants throughout the interview process. If you are someone passionate about working on problems that have a real-world impact, we'd love to hear from you! To view Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit .

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