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Cognex is seeking a Senior Manager of Payroll to lead and optimize payroll operations across Europe from their Cork, Ireland office. The ideal candidate will have extensive European payroll experience, particularly in Ireland, Germany, and Hungary, and will be responsible for implementing payroll solutions and managing a team of payroll analysts.
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Job Summary
This role provides strategic leadership for the design, transformation, and execution of payroll operations across Europe.
The successful candidate will oversee the execution of all payroll activities involving 24 vendors across 21 countries.
Cognex fosters an inclusive work environment guided by a 'Work Hard, Play Hard, Move Fast' culture.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 75
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Cognex is seeking a Senior Manager of Payroll to lead and optimize payroll operations across Europe from their Cork, Ireland office. The ideal candidate will have extensive European payroll experience, particularly in Ireland, Germany, and Hungary, and will be responsible for implementing payroll solutions and managing a team of payroll analysts.
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Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Extensive European payroll experience
Management of 24 payroll vendors
SOX compliance and audit support
Team leadership and development
Vendor consolidation initiatives
Nice-to-have
Fluency in German language
Experience with global tech companies
Passion for payroll automation technology
Strong stakeholder management skills
Fast-paced collaborative environment
Key Requirements
Minimum 10 years of European payroll experience
Minimum 5 years of people management experience
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Business
Professional payroll certification (IPASS, CIPP) preferred