Director Payroll Shared Services

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret, maintain, and reconcile global eligibility and provide monetary management of long-term international equity compensation plans.
• Prepare and coordinate annual equity plan vesting eligibility and the tax sell-to-cover process, fielding various participant questions.
• Oversee the Payroll Shared Services function, providing special project work, guidance, and direction to the team.
• Directly supervise the Payroll Shared Services Manager and indirectly a team of six.
• Prepare the Department Budget and support the Finance Area with confidential inquiries and analysis.
• Reconcile and prepare quarterly divisional Deferred Compensation Plan Asset Gains/Losses, with additional analysis for annual plans at year-end.
• Identify Internal Control Compliance items within Payroll Shared Services and related cross-functional activities.
• Collaborate with Legrand Group, local and divisional HR Teams, Finance, Tax, and Treasury Areas on various projects.
• Interface with external vendors such as Global Mobility Vendors and Corporate/Payroll Tax Consultants.

Qualification & Requirements

Education

• BS in Accounting or Finance required.
• CPA certification is a plus but not a requirement.

Experience

• Significant experience with Shared Financial Services, Payroll Department Management, Expatriate and Foreign National Taxation, Internal Control Compliance for related back-office functions, and Equity and Deferred Compensation Plans (international preferred but not a requirement).

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Requires robust analytical and critical thinking skills with a proven ability to effectively research and summarize information and make recommendations based on documented analysis.
• Must have strong organizational and time management skills, pay close attention to detail, and be able to effectively manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong technical financial and tax skills are necessary.
• Ability to handle extremely sensitive material appropriately and maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Must be highly collaborative and able to work in a team-based environment.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and be able to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Strong computer skills, proficient with MS Suite spreadsheet applications, MS TEAMS, and various E-Mail platforms.
• Ability to use Internet and web-based resources efficiently and effectively.
• Experience with the Ceridian Dayforce application is a plus.

Benefits

Legrand, North & Central America (LNCA) is a leader in the AV, Lighting & Controls, Electrical , and Data Center markets . LNCA offers comprehensive medical, dental , and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay, short-term and long-term disability benefit plans, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, bonus opportunities in accordance with the Company’s incentive plans, paid time off to volunteer, and an active/growing Employee Resource Group network. For more information, visit legrand.us