Ripple - Open Role — Payroll Manager – Europe (FTC)

Lead end-to-end payroll processing across multiple regions including, UK+ Equity1mo ago

In Office Senior EMEA Payments Transportation Payroll Specialist ADP Reporting Close Documentation

Requirements

• 7+ years of global payroll experience, with strong exposure to European payroll environments • Confirmed experience leading multi-country payroll operations • Strong expertise in: Equity compensation payroll (RSUs, options, tender events) • Monthly payroll processing cycles • Pension and statutory compliance across multiple jurisdictions • Factors affecting payroll in the context of global relocation • Hands-on experience with: ADP Celergo or global payroll platforms, In-house payroll operations and models • ADP Celergo • Deep understanding of payroll accounting and GL reconciliation • Strong collaborator leadership skills and ability to operate cross-functionally • Experience working in fast-paced or transformation environments

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end payroll processing across multiple regions including, UK, Ireland, Switzerland, Netherlands, Luxembourg, Austria, Germany, Brazil, and Iceland • Handle monthly payroll cycles across all assigned entities, ensuring; Payroll processing that is detailed and delivered in a timely manner. Compliance with local statutory, tax, and labor regulations. Alignment with global payroll standards. • Be responsible for and process equity-related transactions, including: RSUs, stock options, and tender-related payments. Coordination with Equity, Tax, and external vendors. Validation of gross-to-net calculations and payroll reporting impacts • Partner closely with ADP Celergo (or equivalent global payroll providers) to: Ensure accurate data transmission and payroll execution. Troubleshoot payroll issues and handle partner concerns Support ongoing system enhancements and integrations • Support global mobility payroll activities, including: Cross-border tax implications. Shadow payrolls (where applicable). Coordination with tax advisors and mobility partners. • Manage pension, social security, and statutory remittances across all countries: Validate employer/employee contributions. Ensure timely and accurate filings and payments. • Own payroll bookkeeping and GL account matching processes: Prepare and review payroll journal entries. Reconcile payroll to the general ledger. Partner with Accounting and FP&A on variance analysis and reporting. • Serve as the primary point of contact for: Internal collaborators (HR, Finance, Treasury, Equity, Tax) External vendors and payroll providers. Audit and compliance requests. • Support month-end and year-end close activities, including: Payroll accruals and reconciliations. Statutory filings (e.g., P60s, annual returns, etc.) Audit readiness and documentation • Drive process improvements and transformation initiatives, including: Payroll standardization across entities. Automation and system enhancements. Integration of newly acquired entities (M&A payroll onboarding)

Benefits

• Competitive benefits that cover physical and mental healthcare, retirement, family forming, and family support • Employee giving match • Mobile phone stipend • Take Care of Yourself • R&R days so you can rest and recharge • Generous wellness reimbursement and weekly onsite & virtual programming • Generous vacation policy - work with your manager to take time off when you need it • Industry-leading parental leave policies. Family planning benefits. • Catered lunches, fully-stocked kitchens with premium snacks/beverages, and plenty of fun events • Benefits listed above are for full-time employees.