Director, Global Payroll
Alteryx Open · verified Oct 19, 2026 At a glance
Director-level Payroll role at Alteryx. Remote, United States · full-time · $180,000–$200,000 base.
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What you'll do
- You'll oversee accurate, on-time payroll across more than fifteen countries and keep filings and employee tax forms current
- You'll connect Workday HRIS with ADP and benefit providers to reduce manual steps and improve payroll accuracy
- You'll assess and roll out AI and automation for payroll processing, error detection, reporting, and compliance checks
- You'll establish payroll for new entities and regions, including system integration following mergers and acquisitions
- You'll lead and develop the global payroll team, resolve employee issues, and report payroll metrics to the CFO
What you bring
- At least ten years in payroll, including five or more years leading teams in a global company
- Hands-on expertise with ADP Workforce Now, Celergo, and Workday HRIS
- A track record in global expansion, payroll launches, and merger and acquisition integrations
- Strong knowledge of international payroll tax, reporting, and compliance requirements
Who this fits
This director role suits a hands-on leader who can develop a global team and work across HR, Finance, Legal, and Technology. A bachelor's degree in Accounting, HR, Finance, or a related area is required; the CPP credential is preferred. The role is based in the United States and includes access to technology subject to U.S. export controls.
From the employer
Meet the Moment with Alteryx
We're living through a once-in-a-generation shift in how work gets done. Data, automation, and AI are quickly becoming the center of every business decision - and Alteryx is leading the transformation.
You'll be working on the challenges that sit at the heart of modern business. No matter your role, the work you do will help organizations move faster, see more clearly, and tackle questions that used to feel impossible.
If you're ready to meet the moment with innovation, curiosity, and excellence, there's a place for you here.
The Director, Global Payroll will lead and develop the global payroll delivery team to optimize and process payroll across numerous countries. Reporting directly to the VP, Finance Strategy & Operations, we are looking for a forward-thinking, innovation-driven leader who embraces technology and continuous improvement to transform our global payroll operations.
This role will drive AI-enabled process innovation, leveraging platforms like Workday HR, ADP Workforce Now and Celergo, and emerging automation tools to improve accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.
This leader will serve as a strategic partner to HR, Finance, Legal, and Technology, ensuring global payroll is compliant, employee-centric, and continuously evolving through technology and intelligent automation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure accurate and timely processing of the Company’s payroll in 15+ countries, in accordance with global policies, procedures, and legislative compliance requirements (including tax and labor laws).
- Partner with HR and our Transformation Office to enhance automation between Workday HRIS and ADP and other third party benefit providers to streamline processes and improve payroll accuracy.
- Lead the evaluation, adoption, and implementation of AI tools and advanced automation tools to streamline payroll processing, error detection, and reporting.
- Manage setup of payroll for newly established entities and support expansion into new regions, including integration of payroll systems through M&A activities.
- Foster a culture of innovation and excellence within the payroll team; identify opportunities for automation, standardization, and process re-engineering.
- Provide prompt, friendly, and efficient customer service to employees and ensure payroll issues are escalated and resolved, including AI-enabled root cause analysis and predictive solutions.
- Motivate and develop a high-functioning global payroll team, instilling best practices and promoting continuous learning.
- Report executive KPI’s to the CFO on key payroll metrics.
- Enhance and maintain robust internal controls, including adoption of AI-supported anomaly detection and compliance checks.
- Oversee department structure and workload to maximize efficiency.
- Monitor and implement changes in global payroll legislation, proactively updating systems and processes accordingly.
- Ensure timely and accurate filing of required payroll returns and issuance of W-2 and equivalent forms.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, HR, Finance, or a related field.
- Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation preferred.
- 10+ years of over payroll experience with 5+ years of leadership experience in a global company.
- Demonstrated experience with global expansion, payroll setup, and M&A integrations.
- Strong technical knowledge of global tax, reporting, and payroll compliance.
- Deep experience with ADP Workforce Now and Celergo and Workday HRIS;
- Demonstrated success leading payroll transformation initiatives, including intelligent automation, finance outsourcing, and AI adoption.
- Strong leadership skills with a willingness to take a hands-on approach as needed.
- Proven excellence in customer service, team development, and operational delivery.
- Experience driving change management and digital transformation in a global setting.
Compensation:
Alteryx is committed to fair, equitable, and transparent compensation. Final compensation is determined by several factors, including but not limited to relevant work experience, education, certifications, skills, and geographic location.
The base salary range for this role in the United States is $180,000 - $200,000 This role is also eligible for a target annual bonus of 20% of base salary, based on individual and company performance.
In addition to base pay and bonus eligibility, this role includes clear forms of additional compensation, such as:
- A monthly Connectivity Plus stipend of $150 to support remote work-related expenses
- An annual $200 home office reimbursement
Alteryx offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and overall well-being, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid parental leave, caregiver leave, and flexible time off
- Mental health support and wellness reimbursement
- Career development and education assistance
Find yourself checking a lot of these boxes but doubting whether you should apply? At Alteryx, we support a growth mindset for our associates through all stages of their careers. If you meet some of the requirements and you share our values, we encourage you to apply. As part of our ongoing commitment to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, we’re invested in building teams with a wide variety of backgrounds, identities, and experiences.
Benefits & Perks:
Alteryx has amazing benefits for all Associates which can be viewed here.
For roles in San Francisco and Los Angeles: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, Alteryx will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
This position involves access to software/technology that is subject to U.S. export controls. Any job offer made will be contingent upon the applicant’s capacity to serve in compliance with U.S. export controls.