Senior Manager Global Payroll & Time

Qualcomm

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Work type
On-site
Location
San Diego, CAOakland, CA
Salary
$146,400–$219,600 / yr
Posted
39 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live 2 days ago
Closes
Jan 30, 2027

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Similar $181k
This role $183k
$134k most similar roles pay here $229k

This role pays more than 52% of similar roles. Most pay $147,350–$214,900 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $183k versus about $181k for comparable roles.

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About Qualcomm

Qualcomm is a leading American semiconductor and telecommunications company based in San Diego, CA.

Qualcomm currently has 623 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $148,300–$222,500 across 603 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Senior Manager Global Payroll & Time

Sr Manager Global Payroll & Time leads the global payroll and time team to ensure compliant, accurate, and efficient processing across multiple regions and legal entities. This leader manages a multi-billion-dollar annual payroll program for over 50,000 employees in more than 30 countries while driving transformation through automation, system modernization, and AI-driven solutions. Key responsibilities include overseeing vendor governance with partners like ADP, managing risk and SOX compliance, and leading large-scale projects such as mergers, acquisitions, and global expansions. The role requires expertise in payroll accounting, statutory reporting, and labor regulations. Candidates must be proficient with technologies including ADP GlobalView, Celergo, Qtime (Infor), and Workday/ERP integrations. This position solves complex operational challenges by standardizing processes, improving data quality, and enhancing the employee experience through advanced analytics and strategic technology governance across diverse global markets.

What you'll do

  • Lead the strategic and operational management of global payroll for over 50,000 employees across 30+ countries.
  • Manage global payroll teams and develop organizational capability, resource planning, and leadership across multiple international regions.
  • Drive payroll transformation by implementing AI-driven solutions, automation, and advanced analytics to improve efficiency and accuracy.
  • Oversee the strategy, governance, and optimization of global payroll and workforce management technology platforms.
  • Ensure compliance with international labor regulations, statutory requirements, and SOX internal controls.
  • Manage vendor relationships, including contract negotiations, performance reviews, and service-level agreements for third-party providers.
  • Direct payroll workstreams for mergers, acquisitions, and global expansions to ensure seamless organizational integration.
  • Partner with Finance and Accounting teams to manage payroll budgeting, forecasting, and accurate financial reporting.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration, human resources, information systems, or a related field.
  • 12+ years of progressive experience in payroll operations, including multinational leadership for over 25,000 employees.
  • 7+ years of leadership experience managing global payroll teams, managers, and outsourced providers.
  • Experience leading large-scale payroll transformations, system implementations, and process optimization initiatives.
  • Advanced knowledge of global payroll accounting, statutory reporting, taxation, labor regulations, and SOX controls.
  • Proficiency with enterprise platforms including ADP GlobalView, Celergo, and Workday/ERP integrations.
  • Ability to leverage automation, AI, and analytics to improve operational effectiveness.
  • Preferred certifications include Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Global Payroll Management Institute (GPMI).

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