Senior Global Payroll Specialist
Instructure
Remote
Philippines
At Instructure, we believe in the power of people to grow and succeed throughout their lives. Our goal is to amplify that power by creating intuitive products that simplify learning and personal development, facilitate meaningful relationships, and inspire people to go further in their education and careers. We do this by giving smart, creative, passionate people opportunities to create awesome.
And that's where you come in:
We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Sr. Global Payroll Specialist to join our growing team. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating and processing accurate and timely payrolls across multiple APAC jurisdictions. This role involves ensuring compliance with local tax laws and labor regulations, collaborating with third-party payroll vendors, and supporting internal stakeholders with payroll-related inquiries.
About the Role
- Payroll Processing & Management
- Coordinate and manage end-to-end payroll processing for multiple countries, ensuring accuracy and timely payments.
- Work closely with international payroll vendors to ensure compliance with local laws and company policies.
- Validate data for new hires, terminations, salary changes, benefits, bonuses, and other variable pay components.
- Compliance & Reporting
- Ensure adherence to country-specific tax regulations, labor laws, and data privacy standards.
- Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual payroll reports, including statutory filings and tax documentation (e.g., PAYE, NI, income tax, social contributions).
- Assist in audits and provide supporting payroll documentation as needed.
- Collaborate with Instructure’s internal tax team and external service providers based in the Philippines to ensure timely and accurate filing of all required tax documents, including:
- Monthly Expanded Withholding Tax (EWT) returns
- Quarterly Value-Added Tax (VAT) returns
- Quarterly Income Tax returns
- Coordinate and review vendor invoices to ensure alignment with local tax compliance requirements and proper documentation for tax filings.
- Data Management & Systems
- Maintain accurate payroll records and employee data in HRIS and payroll systems.
- Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies in collaboration with Finance and HR departments.
- Assist with payroll system upgrades and implementations, ensuring accurate data migration and testing.
- Vendor & Stakeholder Communication
- Act as the point of contact between the company and international payroll providers.
- Liaise with internal teams (HR, Finance, Legal, etc.) to resolve issues and implement process improvements.
- Support employee inquiries regarding payslips, taxes, deductions, and payroll-related issues.
About You
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or related field.
- 3–5+ years of experience in payroll, with at least 2 years in a global or multi-country payroll environment.
- Experience working with global payroll platforms and HRIS (e.g., Workday, Papaya Global, or similar).
- Strong knowledge of global payroll principles, practices, and compliance requirements.
- Familiarity with employment and tax regulations in key markets (e.g., APAC, EMEA, LATAM, US, CAN).
- High level of accuracy, confidentiality, and attention to detail.
- Proficient in Excel and comfortable working with large datasets.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a global team across time zones.
Skills & Competencies
Get in on all the awesome at Instructure!
We offer competitive, meaningful benefits in every country where we operate. While they vary by location, here's a general idea of what you can expect:
Competitive compensation, plus all full-time employees participate in our ownership program - because everyone should have a stake in our success.
Flexible schedules and a remote-friendly culture, with hybrid or onsite work options available in some regions for specific roles
Generous time off, including local holidays and our annual company-wide “Dim the Lights” week in late December, when we encourage everyone to step back and recharge
Comprehensive wellness programs and mental health support
Annual learning and development stipends to support your growth
The technology and tools you need to do your best work — typically a Mac, with PC options available in some locations
Motivosity employee recognition program
A culture rooted in inclusivity, support, and meaningful connection
We believe in hiring great people and treating them right. The more diverse we are, the better our ideas and outcomes.
Instructure is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We comply with applicable employment and anti-discrimination laws in every country where we operate.
All employees must pass a background check as part of the hiring process. To help protect our teams and systems, we’ve implemented identity verification measures. Candidates may be asked to verify their legal name, current physical location, and provide a valid contact number and residential address, in accordance with local data privacy laws.
Any attempt to misrepresent personal or professional information will result in disqualification.