Payroll and Benefits Manager - USA (Remote)

Payroll & Benefits Manager – (USA - Remote)

Are you ready to put your Payroll & Benefits expertise to work in a role where you can make a real impact on a Global scale?

Overview:

Connor Consulting provides highly specialized accounting and advisory solutions to ensure contract, license, and royalty compliance. The company has experienced enormous growth since its inception in 2009. The practice has more than doubled in size every year and is presently serving as a trusted advisor to a broad range of clientele in various industries across the globe, including clients from Fortune 500 companies.

Connor’s continued pursuit for excellence in the delivery of professional contract compliance services has gained trust and recognition of the world’s largest software vendors. The company’s experienced teams ensure our clients are served by the best tenured industry experts.

We are seeking a proactive, detail-oriented and experienced Payroll & Benefits Manager to oversee and manage our global payroll operations and benefits administration. This role will be responsible for ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely payroll processing across multiple regions, including employees, contractors, and partners engaged through PEOs and EORs.

In addition to payroll leadership, this individual will support broader HR initiatives, partnering with the HR Manager on projects and HRBP-related activities. This is a highly collaborative, hands-on role ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, global environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Global Payroll Management

• Oversee end-to-end global payroll processing across multiple countries and jurisdictions
• Ensure payroll accuracy, compliance with local regulations, and timely processing
• Manage relationships with payroll vendors, including PEOs (Professional Employer Organizations) and EORs (Employers of Record)
• Maintain and improve payroll processes, controls, and documentation
• Partner with Finance on payroll reporting, reconciliations, and audits

Contractor & Workforce Administration

• Manage payroll and payment processes for a global independent contractor network
• Ensure proper classification and compliance with local labor laws
• Collaborate with Legal/Finance on contractor agreements and payment structures

Benefits Administration

• Assist with administration of employee benefits programs across regions
• Assist with and support benefits vendors and employee inquiries
• Support benefits renewals, benchmarking, and program enhancements

HR Systems & Process Improvement

• Support implementation, optimization, and maintenance of HRIS systems
• Leverage systems (e.g., NetSuite SuitePeople) to streamline payroll and HR processes
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and scalability

HR Projects & HRBP Support

• Partner with the HR Manager on key HR initiatives and cross-functional projects
• Support HR Business Partner (HRBP) activities such as workforce planning, reporting, and employee lifecycle processes
• Assist with policy development, compliance efforts, and organizational initiatives

Qualifications & Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in payroll management, including global payroll
• Bachelors Degree or Higher
• Experience managing independent contractors, PEOs, and EORs
• Advanced Excel and Data Analysis/Hygiene Skills
• Strong understanding of payroll compliance and employment regulations across multiple regions
• Experience with HRIS implementation or optimization preferred
• Familiarity with NetSuite SuitePeople preferred but not required
• Knowledge of benefits administration practices and vendor management
• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a remote, fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional HR Designations (e.g. SHRM-CP, PHR, etc.)
• Experience in a high-growth or global organization
• Exposure to finance/accounting processes related to payroll
• Project management experience within HR or operations

Work Environment

• Fully remote position
• Collaborative, global team environment
• Opportunity to partner with Global leadership to shape and scale payroll and HR processes

Benefits - Why Connor?

We approach every relationship with purpose, attention, and a little fun! You can expect a flexible working environment, paid mental health days, a generous vacation package, and competitive compensation. You’ll be working with a highly driven, collaborative global team that values trust, accountability, and continuous learning. We nurture our people in a culture that promotes diversity and individuality that sparks innovation and creativity. 

Connor Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity, equality, and inclusion. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

If you are a professional who is looking for an opportunity where you can put your honed skills and abilities to work for a mission that you are passionate about, then this is the right career opportunity for you.

Join us and be part of our Global Team. Apply now!