Payroll Supervisor, International | Powin | Portland, OR
Powin Energy is a leading producer of utility scale modular battery energy storage system (complete with a patented, advanced, cloud-based monitoring/control system). That means we build power plants out of batteries that put coal and gas generators out of business and enable sustainable viability for renewable energy sources like solar and wind.
Powin is, and will continue to be, one of a handful of companies that will provide the equipment necessary to make this happen. Powin has distinct competitive advantages: cost-effectiveness; reliability; scalability; deploy-ability; and operational sophistication. Every day we work to ensure that we maintain these competitive advantages and our position as a global leader in providing turnkey, battery energy storage solutions for utility-scale, commercial and industrial, and microgrid applications.
Summary:
In collaboration with a Global Payroll Provider, this role will be responsible for overseeing and managing payroll operations across multiple countries and regions including but not limited to the U.S., Australia, and Spain. The primary focus of this role will be ensuring accurate and compliant payroll processing of international payroll as well as providing oversight to the US payroll team which is processed internally.
Job Duties:
International Payroll Administration
- In partnership with international payroll provider, oversee and manage end-to-end payroll operations for multiple countries and regions
- Ensure accurate and timely payroll processing, including salary calculations, deductions, and statutory contributions
- Stay updated with global payroll regulations, tax laws, and compliance requirements for each jurisdiction
- Review and validate payroll inputs, including employee data, timesheets, benefits, and deductions, for accuracy and compliance
- Manage payroll data integrity and maintain employee records in compliance with data protection regulations
- Develop and implement payroll policies, procedures, and controls to ensure accuracy, compliance, and data security
- Coordinate year-end payroll processes, including tax reporting, annual statements, and compliance filings for each country
- Handle complex payroll scenarios, such as international assignments, expatriate payroll, and cross-border payments
- Implement payroll system enhancements, upgrades, and integrations to improve efficiency and accuracy
- Conduct periodic payroll audits to ensure data accuracy, identify discrepancies, and resolve any payroll-related issues
- Stay updated with industry best practices and emerging trends in global payroll management
- Provide guidance and support to HR, finance, and tax teams regarding payroll processes, compliance, and reporting
- Develop and deliver payroll training programs to ensure awareness and understanding of payroll policies and procedures
Manager of US Payroll
- Provide supervision and direct oversight to the US Payroll team
- Reviews and approves timely and accurate processing of US payroll transactions including salaries, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and other deductions
- Ensures accurate and timely processing of payroll updates including new hires, terminations, and changes to pay rates.
- Prepares and maintains accurate records and reports of payroll transactions.
- Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws and best practices
- Work with team to produce analytics and reporting
- Lead audits and payroll related projects
- Stay current on legislative changes (federal, state, local)
- Provide backup to team on processing of multi-state payroll and out of cycle check requests
