Global Payroll Specialist

USA Thornton Tomasetti • New York, NY

8d • $90,000 - $120,000

About The Position

Thornton Tomasetti applies engineering and scientific principles to solve the world’s challenges. An independent organization of creative thinkers and innovative doers collaborating from offices worldwide, our mission is to bring our clients' ideas to life and, in the process, lay the groundwork for a better, more resilient future. We provide support and opportunities to our employees to achieve their full potential and cultivate a rewarding career. The Role We are seeking a Global Payroll Specialist to join our growing Finance & Accounting team at Thornton Tomasetti. As the Global Payroll Specialist, you will support the execution and administration of the company’s domestic and international payroll operations and assist in the implementation of new global payroll software. This is an exciting opportunity for a payroll professional who wants not just hands-on experience in both U.S. and international payrolls, but also to assist in process improvements, enhance operational efficiencies, and help shape scalable payroll practices that support a dynamic, global organization. You will support the Global Payroll Manager and collaborate closely with HR, business leadership, and external vendors.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in international payroll/compliance.
• Flexible international working approach across time zones
• ADP payroll system experience required.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Positive written and verbal communication skills with a customer-focused mindset.
• Excellent organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Bachelor’s degree required.

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to global payroll system implementations a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support the processing of monthly international payrolls with local administrators and ensure compliance and accurate reporting with local vendors.
• Coordinate our Canda, UK, Italy, India, Vietnam, and Australia payrolls
• Partner with HR to ensure accurate payroll and accruals for employee leaves of absence and support operational improvements.
• Assist with the implementation of new global payroll software and partner with local payroll administrators and vendors to resolve issues, complete registrations, and ensure payroll accuracy.
• Review and validate HRIS (Workday)-to-payroll integration files for employee updates and ensure all errors are resolved prior to payroll processing deadlines.
• Assist in developing and maintaining documentation for domestic and international payroll processes.
• Monitor compliance with federal, state, and international wage regulations across multiple jurisdictions.
• Assist with bi-weekly U.S. multi-state payroll as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability and other voluntary benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Childcare
• Paid Time Off, Family Leave for New Parents, Volunteer Time
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Commuter Transit (where available)
• 401k retirement savings with Company matching on employee contributions and/or qualified student loan repayments
• Fitness Reimbursement
• And other various wellness, diversity/inclusion and employee resource programs and initiatives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level