Head of EMEA Payroll

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Was Sie tun werden

The Head of EMEA Payroll is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing payroll operations across the EMEA region. This role ensures accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing, drives strategic initiatives, and leads a high-performing team. The position reports to the Global Head of Payroll and serves as the primary contact for senior leadership and third-party payroll providers.

Role reports to: Global Head of Payroll

Location: Prague, CZ | Alternate : Manila, PH ; Bangalore, IN

Travel: 10%

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic payroll processes and procedures to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing across EMEA.
• Lead and mentor a team of payroll professionals and cluster leads to ensure compliance with all payroll regulations and laws.
• Oversee payroll operations and provide strategic guidance to regional teams.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and cross-functional teams to streamline payroll operations and improve efficiency.
• Serve as the senior regional contact for Payroll and Time & Attendance providers.
• Drive end-to-end process efficiencies and implement payroll system enhancements.
• Ensure strong internal controls and compliance with audit requirements.
• Analyze and evaluate new technologies (intelligent automation, machine learning, artificial Intelligence) to optimize payroll processes and productivity.
• Provide data and metrics to management for performance benchmarking and process improvement.
• Manage escalations, risks, and mitigations related to payroll processing.
• Support audits and legal authorities with required documentation and activities.
• Drive harmonization of payroll policies and procedures across the region.
• Demonstrated ability to build and lead high-performing payroll teams through effective coaching, goal setting, talent development, and strategic hiring.
• Partner with global payroll leaders to share best practices and innovations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a relevant field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in payroll management, with strong knowledge of EMEA payroll regulations and vendor landscape.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or equivalent certification preferred.
• Proficiency in English; additional languages such as French, German, or Italian are a plus.
• Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and decision-making skills.
• Experience in leading cross-cultural teams and working in a multinational environment.
• High degree of confidentiality and data protection assurance.
• Capable to effectively manage stakeholders and communicate clearly in high-pressure and adverse circumstances.
• Familiarity with payroll systems and tools such as ADP, NGA, SDWorx, Kronos, Workday, and Service Now CRM.
• Experience with internal controls, compliance, and audit processes.
• Global and/or in-country payroll certification is preferred.
• Certification with Lean Six Signa or similar process design certification is preferred.
• Experience implementing Artificial Intelligence products for continuous improvements is preferred.

What’s in it for You - (in Czechia)

Employee Benefits:

• Competitive Benefit Package
• Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Volunteer Time & More!
• Home Office possibilities and working from anywhere (up to 30 days/year) 
• Pension Insurance
• Learning & Development Opportunities
• Meal vouchers, Pluxee benefit cafeteria, Company products with discount
• Public transportation allowance
• Employee Resource Groups

Office Facilities:

• Nice area with restaurants with metro station 300 m from office

• Modern office with coffee and fruits, focus rooms

Health and Wellness Benefits:

• On-site gym and massages
• Global wellbeing reimbursement, Long term illness contribution, Accident, Life, and disability insurance
• Multisport card
• Parental leave and early returning parents program

Kenvue is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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