Global Payroll Lead

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Appfire

United States

Hybrid

Posted March 16, 2026

Job Description

At Appfire, we believe that great work happens when people get to choose how they work. After 20 years of creating software that empowers teams to break silos and collaborate seamlessly, we've learned that one size does not fit all. That’s why at Appfire, you choose.

Choose to work where you thrive: Whether from home, in one of our offices, or while exploring the world, you decide where you’re most productive. From hardware and software to access to two decades of collective wisdom on working effectively in a remote-first company, we’ve got you covered.

Choose to balance your life without compromise: Plan your workday around your needs and what matters most to you. Enjoy flexible time off without the hassle of complicated approvals. From day one, we trust you to deliver quality work without sacrificing your personal life, hobbies, loved ones, and well-being.

Choose to grow on your terms: Take charge of your professional growth with access to online learning platforms, facilitated training, leadership programs, and internal hackathons. Collaborate with a global team to gain fresh perspectives. When you're ready for a new challenge, our internal mobility program is here to support your journey.

No one knows you better than you do. So join us and customize your experience. Choose how you want to work. Choose Appfire.

About the role

Appfire is looking for a Global Payroll Lead to oversee and execute Appfire’s global payroll operations for approximately 230 employees across five countries (United States, Canada, United Kingdom, France, and Germany), with continued growth through acquisitions. You will report to the Finance Operations Manager and be a key member of the Finance team.

You can choose to work remotely from anywhere in Eastern time.

Your everyday tasks will include:

Oversee and review payroll processing for all current regions (US, CA, UK, FR, DE) in collaboration with ADP and international payroll providers, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.
Manage and maintain the integration between Workday and ADP, proactively identifying and resolving issues impacting payroll processing or data accuracy.
Review and reconcile payroll outputs, ensuring accuracy of payroll reports, tax filings, and general ledger postings.
Develop and maintain comprehensive payroll policies and procedures to ensure strong internal controls and support public company readiness.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement payroll processes for new acquisitions, including setup in ADP and integration with Workday.
Partner with Finance to ensure employee expense reimbursements are accurately processed through payroll when applicable and comply with company policies.
Ensure accurate reporting and compliance for stock-based compensation, coordinating with internal stakeholders and external advisors as needed.
Drive process improvements to standardize, simplify, and automate payroll-related tasks, with a focus on scalability and operational efficiency.
Manage payroll tax registrations, filings, and withholding requirements across multiple jurisdictions in coordination with ADP and external consultants.
Act as the primary point of contact for employee payroll inquiries, delivering clear and timely communication regarding payroll processes and updates.
Monitor payroll operations and identify opportunities to improve accuracy, efficiency, and scalability within global payroll processes.
Support audits, including 401(k) and other regulatory or financial audits, by providing required payroll data, reconciliations, and documentation.

Skills and experience you'll need to succeed:

Extensive Payroll Expertise: At least 7 years of payroll experience, including hands-on responsibility for payroll processing and oversight; 5+ years of experience with ADP or similar payroll platforms required. Workday HRIS experience strongly preferred.

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