Acrisure
Overview
Base pay range: $163,000.00/yr - $242,000.00/yr
A global fintech leader, Acrisure empowers millions of ambitious businesses and individuals with the right solutions to grow boldly forward. Acrisure connects clients with customized solutions across insurance, reinsurance, payroll, benefits, cybersecurity, mortgage services – and more. The Director of Payroll is a strategic leader responsible for the oversight of international payroll operations for over 22,000 employees. This role will initially manage the US payroll team and will be responsible for expanding oversight to global teams in the UK and managing outsourced payroll support. The Director will drive a global payroll integration roadmap and ensure that all processes are efficient, compliant, and scalable as Acrisure continues its rapid growth. This position requires a hands-on approach to payroll management, strong vendor relations, and cross-functional collaboration with other HR teams and internal stakeholders.
Responsibilities
Gain a deep understanding of the company culture, organizational pace, and key dynamics.
Establish and monitor metrics to create a standard of success, including payroll accuracy, process improvement, and ticketing metrics.
Create a global roadmap for payroll integration, working with iiPay to build strong vendor relationships.
Oversee payroll processing for 22,000+ employees, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations across multiple international jurisdictions.
Partner with Finance teams for audits, reconciliation, and tax filings.
Develop and maintain operational policies, KPIs, and SLAs.
Optimize HRIS platforms (Workday, ADP, iiPay) to support global payroll and HR operations.
Lead teams (initially the US team with future oversight of UK and offshore teams) and partner with HR leadership, Business Partners, and internal stakeholders.
Manage the rollout of new processes, company integrations, mergers & acquisitions, and software implementations on a global scale.
Develop and coach the team, including managers and individual contributors, through mentorship and development.
Thrive in a fast-paced environment with an entrepreneurial mindset, demonstrating urgency, accountability, and a commitment to team success.
Embody intellectual curiosity by embracing new challenges and a continuous improvement mindset.
Solve problems quickly and calmly, with strong critical thinking skills.
Demonstrate cultural sensitivity by learning the nuances and styles of others around the globe.
Qualifications
10+ years of experience in human resources, with a strong focus on global payroll operations.
5+ years of experience managing a team, with a track record of leading leaders.
3+ years of international payroll experience (Europe and Brazil preferred), including offshoring payroll support.
HRIS proficiency is required, with experience in Workday; Workday Payroll experience is highly preferred.
Education and Certifications
Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree is a plus.
SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP, PHR, or CPP certifications are highly preferred.
Location and Travel Candidates should be comfortable with an on-site presence to support collaboration, team leadership, and cross-functional partnership.
Benefits and Perks
Competitive compensation
Generous vacation policy, paid holidays, and paid sick time
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (employee-paid)
Company-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Company-paid Group Life insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Calm App subscription
Pet Insurance and optional supplemental coverage
Vested 401(k) with company match and financial wellness programs
FSA, HSA and commuter benefits options
Paid maternity leave, paid paternity leave, and fertility benefits
Career growth and learning opportunities
And more
EEO statement: Acrisure is committed to employing a diverse workforce. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. Acrisure also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief, in accordance with applicable laws.
Pay Details The base compensation range for this position is $163,000 - $242,000. This range reflects Acrisure's good faith estimate at the time of this posting. Placement within the range will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to skills, experience, qualifications, location, and internal equity.
California residents can learn more about our privacy practices for applicants by visiting the Acrisure California Applicant Privacy Policy at www.Acrisure.com/privacy/caapplicant.
Seniority level Director
Employment type Full-time
Job function
Human Resources
Industries
Insurance
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A global fintech leader, Acrisure empowers millions of ambitious businesses and individuals with the right solutions to grow boldly forward. Acrisure connects clients with customized solutions across insurance, reinsurance, payroll, benefits, cybersecurity, mortgage services – and more. The Director of Payroll is a strategic leader responsible for the oversight of international payroll operations for over 22,000 employees. This role will initially manage the US payroll team and will be responsible for expanding oversight to global teams in the UK and managing outsourced payroll support. The Director will drive a global payroll integration roadmap and ensure that all processes are efficient, compliant, and scalable as Acrisure continues its rapid growth. This position requires a hands-on approach to payroll management, strong vendor relations, and cross-functional collaboration with other HR teams and internal stakeholders.
Responsibilities
Gain a deep understanding of the company culture, organizational pace, and key dynamics.
Establish and monitor metrics to create a standard of success, including payroll accuracy, process improvement, and ticketing metrics.
Create a global roadmap for payroll integration, working with iiPay to build strong vendor relationships.
Oversee payroll processing for 22,000+ employees, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations across multiple international jurisdictions.
Partner with Finance teams for audits, reconciliation, and tax filings.
Develop and maintain operational policies, KPIs, and SLAs.
Optimize HRIS platforms (Workday, ADP, iiPay) to support global payroll and HR operations.
Lead teams (initially the US team with future oversight of UK and offshore teams) and partner with HR leadership, Business Partners, and internal stakeholders.
Manage the rollout of new processes, company integrations, mergers & acquisitions, and software implementations on a global scale.
Develop and coach the team, including managers and individual contributors, through mentorship and development.
Thrive in a fast-paced environment with an entrepreneurial mindset, demonstrating urgency, accountability, and a commitment to team success.
Embody intellectual curiosity by embracing new challenges and a continuous improvement mindset.
Solve problems quickly and calmly, with strong critical thinking skills.
Demonstrate cultural sensitivity by learning the nuances and styles of others around the globe.
Qualifications
10+ years of experience in human resources, with a strong focus on global payroll operations.
5+ years of experience managing a team, with a track record of leading leaders.
3+ years of international payroll experience (Europe and Brazil preferred), including offshoring payroll support.
HRIS proficiency is required, with experience in Workday; Workday Payroll experience is highly preferred.
Education and Certifications
Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree is a plus.
SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP, PHR, or CPP certifications are highly preferred.
Location and Travel Candidates should be comfortable with an on-site presence to support collaboration, team leadership, and cross-functional partnership.
Benefits and Perks
Competitive compensation
Generous vacation policy, paid holidays, and paid sick time
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (employee-paid)
Company-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Company-paid Group Life insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Calm App subscription
Pet Insurance and optional supplemental coverage
Vested 401(k) with company match and financial wellness programs
FSA, HSA and commuter benefits options
Paid maternity leave, paid paternity leave, and fertility benefits
Career growth and learning opportunities
And more
EEO statement: Acrisure is committed to employing a diverse workforce. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. Acrisure also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief, in accordance with applicable laws.
Pay Details The base compensation range for this position is $163,000 - $242,000. This range reflects Acrisure's good faith estimate at the time of this posting. Placement within the range will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to skills, experience, qualifications, location, and internal equity.
California residents can learn more about our privacy practices for applicants by visiting the Acrisure California Applicant Privacy Policy at www.Acrisure.com/privacy/caapplicant.
Seniority level Director
Employment type Full-time
Job function
Human Resources
Industries
Insurance
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