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Our world is transforming, and PTC is leading the way.Our software brings the physical and digital worlds together, enabling companies to improve operations, create better products, and empower people in all aspects of their business.

Our people make all the difference in our success. Today, we are a global team of nearly 7,000 and our main objective is to create opportunities for our team members to explore, learn, and grow all while seeing their ideas come to life and celebrating the differences that make us who we are and the work we do possible.

Your Team:

Payroll is one of the most essential sectors of any company. The Global Payroll team is responsible for processing payroll in 30+ countries across the globe. We are responsible for over 7,000 employees that need to be paid accurately, on time, and given world class customer service for their paycheck and tax inquiries.

PTC is seeking a strategic and experienced Global Payroll Director to lead our global payroll operations across multiple regions. This role will be responsible for ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing for employees worldwide, with a strong focus on vendor management, optimization of the ADP Global Payroll platform, and administration of equity compensation programs. The ideal candidate will bring a global mindset, deep technical payroll expertise, and a passion for operational excellence.

Your Day-To-Day:

• Lead the global payroll function, overseeing payroll operations across the Americas, India, EMEA, and APAC.
• Manage and optimize relationships with global payroll vendors, especially ADP Celergo, ADP GlobalView and ADP Workforce Now, ensuring service level agreements (SLAs) and compliance standards are met.
• Oversee the administration and processing of employee equity programs, including RSUs, PSUs, and ESPP, in collaboration with Legal, HR, and Finance.
• Ensure accurate reporting and taxation of equity transactions in payroll systems and employee pay.
• Drive continuous improvement in payroll and equity processes, systems, and controls to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and scalability.
• Ensure compliance with local, regional, and international payroll regulations, tax laws, and reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, Legal, and external partners to ensure seamless integration of payroll with upstream and downstream systems.
• Oversee global payroll audits, reconciliations, and internal controls to ensure data integrity and risk mitigation.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing global payroll team.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for payroll in global expansion initiatives, M&A activity, and system implementations.
• Develop and maintain global payroll and equity policies, procedures, and documentation.
• Adhere to PTCs policies and procedures as well as statutory regulations.
• PTC is a publicly traded company and is subject to SOX compliance.

Your Skills and Knowledge:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field; Masters degree or MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive payroll experience, with at least 5 years in a global leadership role.
• Proven experience managing ADP Global Payroll platforms, including ADP Celergo, ADP GlobalView, and ADP Workforce Now.
• Experience with Workday HCM preferred.
• Strong background in vendor management, including performance management and issue resolution.
• Deep understanding of global payroll compliance, tax regulations, and statutory reporting requirements.
• Experience leading payroll operations in a multinational, publicly traded company is highly desirable.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) designation highly preferred.

At PTC, we believe in the power of diverse ideas and perspectives. As a global company that values and respects all identities, cultures, and perspectives, we strive to create an inclusive PTC for ALL through an environment where everyone feels like they belong and are empowered to bring their true, authentic selves to work. Proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and hire without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, ethnicity, ancestry, marital status, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Life at PTC is about more than working with todays most cutting-edge technologies to transform the physical world. Its about showing up as you are and working alongside some of todays most talented industry leaders to transform the world around you.

If you share our passion for problem-solving through innovation, youll likely become just as passionate about the PTC experience as we are. Are you ready to explore your next career move with us?

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Human Resources

• Industries

  Software Development

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