Senior Global Payroll & Tax Specialist

The Senior Global Payroll & Tax Specialist at Storable is responsible for overseeing payroll processes across multiple nations, including accurately processing payroll for the USA, India, and Australia. They manage payroll systems setup, respond to tax inquiries, collaborate with cross-functional teams for bonuses and 401k plans, and ensure compliance with international payroll laws. Additionally, this role involves leading audit measures and process improvements to maintain compliance and efficiency.

To be a competitive candidate for the Senior Global Payroll & Tax Specialist role at Storable, you should have a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or an equivalent field, along with 3+ years of global payroll and tax experience with multinational companies. Familiarity with running payroll in India, Australia, and multiple states within the USA is crucial, as is experience with ADP WorkforceNow and ADP Celergo.

At Storable, the Senior Global Payroll & Tax Specialist implements robust internal control procedures and keeps abreast of changing payroll regulations in different countries. They ensure compliance with both federal and state payroll laws in the U.S. and have a thorough understanding of international payroll laws for countries where Storable operates, enabling them to maintain continuous compliance.

In the role of Senior Global Payroll & Tax Specialist at Storable, you will use ADP WorkforceNow and ADP Celergo for payroll processing and compliance checks. Familiarity with GSuite (Gmail, Sheets, Docs, GCal) is also beneficial for collaboration and efficiency. Experience with Jira Service Desk or handling EOR services can be an advantage as well.

Storable promotes a fully remote working environment that emphasizes collaboration and inclusivity. The company values transparency, offering employees generous benefits such as flexible vacation policies, engagement activities, and recognition programs. The Senior Global Payroll & Tax Specialist role is pivotal, allowing for professional growth while being supported by a diverse and motivated team.

In your response, outline specific instances where you managed payroll across countries, detailing the complexities involved and how you navigated them. Highlight your familiarity with payroll systems you’ve worked with, such as ADP, and how you ensured compliance with varying regulations.

Discuss the resources you use to remain informed, such as government websites, payroll associations, and professional networks. Emphasize the importance of continuous education through workshops or certifications that help you stay compliant and efficient.

Explain your approach to identifying, investigating, and resolving payroll discrepancies promptly. Give examples of how you've implemented checks and balances to minimize such issues. Your answer should reflect strong analytical skills and a detail-oriented mindset.

Share your techniques for effective time management and organization, such as using project management tools or establishing a daily task list. Stress the importance of collaboration with local HR teams to make informed decisions around prioritization.

Address how you would approach the situation diplomatically by having open communication with the EOR partner. Draw on your experience solving similar issues in the past, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a professional relationship while ensuring compliance.

When discussing this, detail the project scope, stakeholders involved, the initial challenges, and the outcome of the improvements you implemented. This helps showcase your problem-solving skills and leadership abilities in driving successful project outcomes.

Elaborate on your experience with 401k administration, including compliance, filing Form 5500s, conducting audits, and responding to employee inquiries about their plans. This demonstrates both technical knowledge and commitment to employee welfare.

Discuss the inherent challenges such as varying laws across jurisdictions, currency issues, and cultural differences. Provide examples of how you have successfully managed and adapted to these challenges in past roles.

Describe your practices for safeguarding sensitive employee information and complying with regulations related to data protection. Highlight your experience with security protocols and training other team members on these vital practices.

This is an excellent opportunity to share your passion for payroll and the importance of compliance, as well as your interest in Storable's mission. Reflect on the company culture and how it aligns with your professional values and career aspirations.