Apply on Employer Site

Rockwell Automation · 4 months ago

Director, Global Payroll

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

12+ years exp

Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world’s manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. The Global Payroll Director will lead the strategic direction, governance, and optimization of global payroll across 60+ countries, ensuring compliance with local regulations and driving process optimization.

HardwareIndustrial AutomationSales AutomationSoftware

No H1B

Responsibilities

You will develop/lead a global payroll strategy aligned with HR priorities, compliance standards, and workforce needs

Champion automation, AI-driven insights and workflows to improve accuracy, reduce manual effort, and enhance employee experience

Lead integration of new technologies (e.g., anomaly detection, predictive analytics) in partnership with HR technology team and external vendors

Ensure payroll tech investments solve operational challenges, boost efficiency, and support compliance

Stay current on industry trends to lead innovation and continuous improvement

Support M&A activities, including due diligence and integration planning

You will be global process owner for payroll, ensuring efficient and compliant operations

Oversee payroll processing across 60+ countries, ensuring accuracy, promptness, and legal compliance

Monitor service level agreements and performance indicators; update metrics to reflect evolving needs, service expectations and regulations

Enforce internal controls to avoid fraud and errors; implement corrective action plans when needed

You will be the final escalation point for payroll issues, ensuring prompt resolution and communication with internal partners

Operating through the lens of continuous improvement, you will enhance service delivery and efficiency while reducing risk

Shape payroll vendor strategy to meet company need;, balancing cost, quality, scalability, and continued innovation

You will evaluate and then select and manage third-party vendors, ensuring compliance and performance

Hold payroll vendors accountable for Service Level Agreements, performance metrics while upholding data protection standards

Collaborate on new capabilities (e.g., automation, analytics) to improve service and experience

Coordinate with Time & Absence team on integration requirements

Lead a high-performing global payroll team, promoting a culture of service excellence and continuous improvement

Provide clear direction and align team responsibilities with strategic goals

Support development through training, succession planning, and upskilling

Maintain process documentation and performance metrics to lead team effectiveness

Establish effectual operating rhythms with Time & Absence team leadership

Manage payroll operations budget and contribute to overall global HR budgeting

Partner with Finance and Corporate Tax teams to ensure accurate accounting, tax compliance, and reporting

Qualification

Global payroll strategyPayroll vendor managementGlobal payroll systemsFinancial managementTeam leadershipCompliance standardsProcess optimizationAutomationPredictive analyticsService delivery metricsCertified Payroll ProfessionalGlobal Payroll Management Certificate