DIRECTOR OF TREASURY AND PAYROLL

Work Location : US - Atlanta, GAType of Post : Not ApplicableOther Possible Location : Funding : APPROVEDExpected Travel : up to 10%Type of Contract : Language Requirement : EnglishApplication Deadline : Employee Duration : Full-Time

Pay Range Details

$109,139.97 - $152,250.26 Annually
USA Grade D

* Starting salaries are based on various factors, including candidate experience, education, knowledge, skills, and the cost of labor where the job is based. Salaries listed only apply to jobs based in the US.

Who We Are:

As a global leader, CARE is shaping the future of the humanitarian and development sector. Each year, we deliver support and services to millions of people globally. We do this by focusing on our mission and vision, and the values of equality and excellence that guide our organization. We seek dedicated individuals who align with our mission and are passionate about making it a reality by collaborating with others, embracing learning and innovation, and delivering results.

What We Are Looking For:
At CARE, we value diversely talented people who can bring different experiences and perspectives to our organization. We know that not all applicants will have every skill and qualification. We encourage everyone who meets the minimum required qualifications to apply. Having one or more of the preferred qualifications will strengthen an application. But, even if you are earlier in your career or followed a non-traditional educational or professional path, we hope you will consider a career at CARE.

Job Title:DIRECTOR OF TREASURY AND PAYROLL

Job Location(s):US - Atlanta, GA

JOB SUMMARY:

The Director of Financial Services serves as a strategic partner to the Global Controller responsible for overseeing the organization's global treasury and payroll functions. This role ensures effective cash management, financial risk mitigation, and accurate, compliant payroll operations across all regions. The position supports the organization's mission by safeguarding financial resources and ensuring timely compensation for staff worldwide.

Strategic Financial Leadership

- Develop and implement financial services strategies that align with the organization's mission and global operations.

- Provide strategic guidance on liquidity, treasury operations, and payroll compliance.

Global Treasury Oversight

- Manage global cash flow, liquidity planning, and intercompany funding strategies.

- Maintain strong banking relationships and oversee treasury systems and controls.

- Ensure compliance with donor requirements, internal policies, and international regulations.

Payroll Operations & Compliance

- Oversee global payroll processing, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with local labor laws, tax codes, and social security regulations.

- Ensure payroll practices adhere to country-specific statutory requirements, including wage laws, benefits, and reporting obligations. - Collaborate with HR and country offices to maintain up-to-date knowledge of employment legislation and payroll tax changes.

- Lead payroll audits and ensure proper documentation, data privacy, and reporting to internal and external stakeholders. - Implement controls to prevent payroll fraud and ensure segregation of duties.

- Manage relationships with external payroll providers and ensure service-level agreements are met. Investment Oversight

- Oversee the organization's investment portfolio to ensure alignment with financial goals and risk tolerance.

- Collaborate with investment advisors and internal stakeholders to develop and implement investment strategies.

- Monitor investment performance and ensure compliance with investment policies and regulatory requirements. Team Leadership & Development

- Lead and mentor a global financial services team, fostering a culture of integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

- Provide training and support to regional finance and HR teams on treasury and payroll matters.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Team Leadership and Oversight of Payroll Runs, Ensuring Accuracy and Compliance

• The Payroll Director oversees the Atlanta and SSC-based team and has ultimate responsibility for the timeliness and completeness and accuracy of CARE's payroll. The positions must ensure the appropriate processes, controls and validation is in place & completed and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Attention to detail is crucial, seeking automated reconciliations wherever possible. In addition, the Director will serve as an expert and technical resources for global payroll operations to ensure compliance with multi country labor laws.
• The Director will analyze actual data for trends, drivers, and performance results against industry benchmarks to drive compliance/quality improvement. his position leads the US payroll team responsible for all US based + US citizens and payroll for approx 200 senior level positions outside the US (international employees). The Payroll Director is responsible for the growth, development, and advancement of the payroll team members. This position also provides overall leadership by developing goals, objectives, policies and procedures; leveraging technology solutions.
• The Director will Identify and communicate key responsibilities and practices to ensure the direct reports promote a successful attitude, confidence in leadership, and team work to achieve business results. Demonstrates the ability to develop the leadership bench within the payroll team. Establish benchmarks for staffing excellence; model and encourage practices that support staff wellness.
  • Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, defining roles and responsibilities, recruitment and staff development and delegation of responsibilities. Supervise, lead, guide and support Payroll Manager, Payroll Administrator and Payroll Tax Accountant. Provide coaching, direction, and leadership support to team

Global Treasury Process Oversight

The Director of Financial Services works closely with SSC Treasury and HQ Treasury Specialist to

• Manage global cash flow, liquidity planning.
• Maintain strong banking relationships
• Oversee treasury systems, processes and controls.
• Ensure compliance with donor requirements, internal policies, and local and international regulations.

Investment Oversight and Risk Management

• Identify and assess risks associated with the organization's investment portfolio and liquidity risks.
• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to protect the organization's financial assets.
• Monitor investment performance and risk exposure, ensuring alignment with the organization's risk tolerance and financial objectives.
• Collaborate with external advisors and internal stakeholders to ensure prudent investment practices and compliance with relevant regulations.

Leading and Collaborating with People and Culture and Finance Team

• The Director of Financial Services must understand the financial, HR and overall strategies of the organization and ensure that the payroll function is aligned with company goals. This includes global total reward efforts, compensation re-alignments, localization of payrolls, changes in headcount, shifts to more performance-based remuneration, or growth related to taking on additional Country Offices. Critical to the success will be building relationships and credibility with leaders in the Country Offices, Regions and HQ and across all functions, in addition to Finance & People & Culture.
• Lead and mentor a global financial services team, fostering a culture of integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  
  
  • Provide training and support to regional finance and HR teams on treasury and payroll matters.

Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field; MBA, CPA, or equivalent preferred.
- 10+ years of progressive experience in financial services, with significant leadership in treasury, payroll, and investment operations.
- Experience in a global not-for-profit or mission-driven organization.
- Strong understanding of international payroll regulations, labor laws, investment strategies, and treasury best practices.
- Proficiency in financial systems (e.g., Workday, ADP, SAP, Kyriba).
- Excellent communication, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Advanced degree and/or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)
- Certified Treasury Professional ( CTP)

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CARE is an Equal Opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected under applicable law.

Starting salaries are based on internal equity, candidate experience, and the cost of labor where the job is based. Salaries listed only apply to jobs based in the US.

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