Wise is a global technology company, building the best way to move and manage the world’s money. Min fees. Max ease. Full speed.

Whether people and businesses are sending money to another country, spending abroad, or making and receiving international payments, Wise is on a mission to make their life easier and save them money.

As part of our team, you will be helping us create an entirely new network for the world's money. For everyone, everywhere.

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We’re currently hiring for a Payroll Implementation Specialist to join our global Payroll Team based in Austin!

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Payroll Implementation Specialist to join our team on a full-time contract basis. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in payroll systems implementation, excellent project management skills, and a thorough understanding of payroll processes and regulations. This role will be instrumental in ensuring the successful transition to new payroll systems and processes.

Wise has already pioneered new ways for people to transfer money across borders and currencies. Our customers can also manage their hard-earned money with the world’s first platform to offer true multi-currency banking. We’re 3000+ Wisers strong, with over 90 nationalities working in 25+ locations around the globe! We’re looking for a Payroll Implementation Specialist who lives our values, will help grow our culture, and drive our mission forward! 🚀

Your mission

This exciting role will join a team responsible for the overall global payroll process, including compliance, internal audit, and reconciliation across multiple countries for Wise.

This role will include supporting the implementation of a new payroll platform, of which we facilitate our America’s payrolls. In supporting the payroll implementation you will strive for accuracy, reduce errors, and payroll more efficiently. You will develop robust & detailed processes to ensure the execution of payroll in an effective, efficient, and timely manner. Cross-training will be key!

This amazing role will also participate by providing a variety of deliverables, including providing input regarding team goals, KPIs, efficiencies, process improvements, and future optimization of our payroll team - all while providing outstanding customer service. Always.

The specifics:

• Implementation Management:
  • Lead the implementation of payroll systems, ensuring all project milestones are met.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather requirements and define project scope.
  • Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, and documentation.
• System Configuration:
  • Configure payroll systems according to company policies and compliance requirements.
  • Perform system testing, identify issues, and ensure successful resolution.
  • Customize payroll reports and interfaces as needed.
• Data Migration:
  • Oversee the migration of payroll data from legacy systems to new platforms.
  • Ensure data accuracy and integrity throughout the migration process.
  • Conduct data validation and reconciliation post-migration.
• Training and Support:
  • Provide training to HR and payroll staff on new systems and processes.
• Develop user manuals and training materials.
  • Offer ongoing support and troubleshooting during and after implementation.
• Compliance and Audits:
  • Ensure payroll processes comply with federal, state, and local regulations.
  • Assist with internal and external audits related to payroll implementation.
• Continuous Improvement:
  • Identify opportunities for process improvements and system enhancements.
  • Stay updated with industry trends and best practices in payroll systems and implementation.

Your challenges

• We’re evolving our payroll model - you’ll have the chance to bring your brainpower and prior experience to help us build an outstanding payroll team as we continue to grow and scale
• You’ll assist to create efficiencies in our current ways of working and help us develop new ways of payroll processing

A bit about you

• Prior America’s payroll processing experience of at least 2-4 years in a high growth, product or service led company - this assists you to know how to deal with ambiguity and shifting priorities, and come up with innovative solutions
• Payroll Systems Expertise - you’ll have experience with payroll software and systems such as Workday, ADP, SAP , or other relevant platforms.
• Fluent in English, both written and verbal - Other languages are always welcome!
• Above average tech skills – particularly with Google Docs, Sheets, and Microsoft Excel for use of pivot tables, charts, etc - as well as being proficient in using payroll software.
• Collaborative - you’ll have a passion and skill for building strong relationships based on trust and mutual respect
• Detail focused - you’ll have an eye for the details and an appreciation of data and analytics, using these two skills to drive your decisions
• Adaptable - you will be as comfortable working with ambiguity as you are with certainty. We need someone who can be agile enough to respond to changing priorities, but be able to hold clear on the long term path ahead
• Curiosity to learn, grow - we don’t expect you to be an expert, but we’ll need you to have a positive, can-do attitude - with a willingness to learn new things
• Ability to multi-task - you must be able to handle multiple tasks - often at the same time. You’ll also have the ability to start, stop, pick-up and complete tasks on a recurring basis
• Teamwork focused - You excel in a teamwork-oriented setting. This role requires you to partner with your peers and cross-check assigned payrolls

Key Benefits:

• 🚀 RSU’s in a rapidly growing company
• 💻 Flexible working model – During the first six months, you’ll be in office most days of the week to become fully immersed in Wise’s culture and ways of working. After the initial period, you’ll be in office at least 3 days per week.
• ✈️ Wisers can work remotely for 90 days a year. By ‘remote’ we don’t just mean from home, but from wherever in the world you choose to
• 💪 An annual self-development budget
• 🩺 Medical, dental, & vision insurance – including HSA and FSA options
• 💝 Company-paid: Life Insurance, Short & Long-Term Disability, and an EAP program
• ☀️ 25 days PTO, 15 sick days, 11 bank holidays, 5 compassionate leave days, 3 paid “Me” days and a paid volunteer day, annually
• 🏝️ A paid 6-week sabbatical leave after four years
• 👶🏼 18-weeks of paid parental leave, after a year with us
• 💰 401k with up to a 4% employer match
• 🏆 BuiltIn Award winner for Best Places to Work and Best Large Places to Work
• Click HERE for more info on our benefits (Austin)

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For everyone, everywhere. We're people building money without borders — without judgement or prejudice, too. We believe teams are strongest when they are diverse, equitable and inclusive.

We’re proud to have a truly international team, and we celebrate our differences.

Every Wiser should feel that they can be themselves at work.

Inclusive teams help us live our values and make sure every Wiser feels respected, empowered to share their contributions towards mission zero and able to progress in their careers.

Having diverse teams that reflect our diverse customer base helps us build a better product. We can be more creative and empathetic to our customer’s needs and make sure we leave no-one behind on our journey to mission-zero.

For everyone, everywhere. We're people building money without borders — without judgement or prejudice, too. We believe teams are strongest when they are diverse, equitable and inclusive.

We're proud to have a truly international team, and we celebrate our differences.
Inclusive teams help us live our values and make sure every Wiser feels respected, empowered to contribute towards our mission and able to progress in their careers.

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