Payroll Services Senior Manager

This role is a hybrid position.
Some roles require an office while others may be done remotely. This position is considered hybrid, allowing for a combination of remote work and in-office collaboration. Qualified applicants must live within commuting distance of our Boston office locations.

We are looking for a Payroll Services Manager to lead payroll operations at Sonos as part of our Global Business Services (GBS) function. This role will oversee the delivery of accurate, compliant, and timely payroll across our international footprint. The Payroll Services Manager will drive process efficiency, governance, and continuous improvement, partnering with HR, Finance, Legal, and external vendors to ensure a seamless payroll experience for our employees worldwide.

This is a high-impact opportunity for an experienced payroll professional who thrives in a global environment and is passionate about building world-class global payroll operations.

This role will initially report to the Chief Accounting Officer and transition to the Sr. Director, Global Business Services over the next 6-12 months. 

What You’ll Do

• Global Payroll Leadership: Lead payroll operations across multiple regions, ensuring payroll is delivered on time, accurately, and in compliance with local laws and regulations.

• Process Optimization: Standardize and streamline global payroll processes to reduce complexity, increase efficiency, and improve employee experience.

• Vendor Management: Oversee global payroll vendors (CloudPay); establish clear SLAs, monitor performance, and resolve escalations.

• Systems & Integration: Partner with HRIS (Workday) and Finance to strengthen integrations, improve data flow, and ensure payroll data integrity.

• Compliance & Risk Management: Maintain strong internal controls and audit readiness; ensure payroll processes meet statutory, tax, and GDPR requirements globally.

• Team & Stakeholder Partnership: Collaborate with HR, Total Rewards, Finance, and Legal to support cross-functional initiatives such as benefits alignment, accounting reconciliations, and policy changes.

• Employee Experience: Provide clear communication and support to employees on payroll and compensation-related questions.

• Change & Project Management: Lead payroll-related projects, such as new country rollouts, vendor transitions, and system enhancements.

• Metrics & Reporting: Define and monitor payroll KPIs (accuracy, timeliness, SLA compliance, audit results) and deliver insights to leadership.

What You’ll Need

Basic Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive payroll management experience, including leadership of multi-country/global payroll operations.

• Strong knowledge of global payroll practices, compliance requirements, and vendor management.

• Demonstrated success in building scalable payroll processes within a GBS or shared services environment.

• Hands-on experience with Workday (HCM) and global payroll platforms (e.g., CloudPay).

• Deep understanding of payroll accounting, audit controls, and statutory reporting.

• Strong leadership and communication skills; able to balance operational detail with strategic vision.

• Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret compensation and payroll data, create reports, and provide insights.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; CPP, GPA, or other payroll certifications a plus.

• Proven track record of driving operational efficiencies and continuous improvement.

• Experience implementing payroll process automation.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic global organization.

Research shows that some candidates may not apply for roles if they don't meet all the criteria. If you don’t have 100% of the skills listed, we strongly encourage you to apply if interested.

Visa Sponsorship: Sonos is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role at this time. We ask that applicants be authorized to work for any US employer, both now and in the future.

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The base pay range for this role based off geographic location is:

The specific pay offered will depend on the candidate’s geographic location, as well as qualifications and experience. We apply geographic pay differentials based on the cost of labor in the market.  Employees in high-cost locations may be compensated at the upper end of the range, while those in medium or low cost markets may be compensated at the lower end of  the range. Your recruiter can provide more details about the specific salary range for your location during the hiring process. 

Please note that compensation details listed in US job postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.

We also offer a comprehensive benefits program with choice and flexibility in mind to help support the health, wealth, and overall well-being of our employees. Regular full time employees in the US are eligible for benefits on day one, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• A 401(k) plan with company matching and immediate vesting

• An Open Time Off policy (OTO) so you have maximum opportunity to disconnect and recharge, with no tenure-based vacation accruals required

• 80 hours of sick time upon hire, refreshed annually

• Up to 12 paid holidays per calendar year

• Sonos offers a generous paid leave program for new parents or to care for a family member with a serious health condition, as well as short- and long-term disability for your own medical condition

• Company-paid Disability, Life, and AD&D Insurance

• Voluntary benefits, including Voluntary Life, AD&D, Accident, and Pet Insurance

• Mental health benefits to support your holistic well-being

• A generous employee discount program & Sonos Radio HD - on us!

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Notice to U.S. Job Applicants: Sonos is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Sonos is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.