About the role
WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands.
We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth.
We have been building the world's most valuable brands for 50 years and have global reach across 100+ markets, with deep local expertise.
Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow.
For more information, visit WPP.com.
Why we're hiring:
As a SSC US Payroll Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of payroll processing and compliance for your assigned populations’ payroll operations. You will work closely with the HR, Finance, and Legal teams, as well as external vendors, to ensure your teams’ delivery of accurate and timely payroll while adhering to all statutory requirements. Your expertise will be crucial in maintaining employee satisfaction, mitigating compliance risks, and contributing to the overall health of the organization.
What you'll be doing:
- 9–12 years of end-to-end payroll experience, including team leadership
- Proficiency in English, both written and verbal
- Strong understanding of global payroll controls and compliance
- Significant experience in a shared services setting across Finance or HR, with proven success in a leadership role
- Experience working in a shared service centre or multinational environment, managing multi-entity and multi-currency financial operations
- Understanding of regional financial regulations and compliance requirements
- Deep experience SDWorx, ADP Enterprise EV6, ADP WorkforceNow payroll processing platforms.
- Experience with service request ticketing systems is a plus.
- Experience with Workday HCM is a plus.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee and manage payroll processing, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and accuracy of payments
- Review and approve payroll runs before sign‑off
- Manage relationships with external payroll vendors and ensure service level agreements are met
- Handle complex cases (tax, retro, expatriate payroll)
- Review payroll-related reports, including monthly, quarterly and annual reports for internal and external stakeholders as required
- Drive standard work instructions and SOP adherence
- Ensure bank reconciliations are completed daily to maintain financial accuracy and liquidity.
- Ensure compliance with financial regulations, tax laws, and internal governance standards.
- Develop and maintain strong internal controls and financial policies to safeguard assets and ensure regulatory compliance.
- Assist the Financial Controller with external audits and liaise with auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory authorities as required.
- Stakeholder C
Aplyr's read
WPP Media (GroupM) is a powerhouse in advertising, attracting professionals who thrive in dynamic, global marketing environments.
What's promising
- •GroupM offers a diverse range of roles across strategy, data, and creative fields.
- •The company is part of WPP, providing access to a vast network of global resources.
- •Strong focus on digital and programmatic advertising aligns with market trends.
What to watch
- •High-pressure environment may not suit those seeking work-life balance.
- •Complex organizational structure can lead to bureaucratic challenges.
- •Frequent restructuring may cause job insecurity among employees.
Why WPP
- •GroupM's scale allows for unparalleled access to global advertising data.
- •Specialized roles in programmatic and digital media reflect cutting-edge industry practices.
- •As part of WPP, GroupM benefits from a broad spectrum of marketing expertise.
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About WPP
WPP plc is a British multinational advertising and public relations company, known for providing a wide range of marketing and communications services.
