We're revolutionizing the fitness & wellness industry, and we’re looking for talented people to help us do it. Mindbody + ClassPass bring together the best of both sides of the market: Mindbody is the industry’s most trusted all-in-one technology platform; ClassPass is one of the most popular apps for fitness & self-care enthusiasts. Together we’re partnering with more than 70,000 fitness studios, gyms, salons, and spas around the world. We’re not just another tech company—we’re far and away the leader of our industry. So join the team, work with mission-led people, and enjoy amazing benefits. Let’s see what we can accomplish together!
About the right team member
Mindbody is looking for a highly motivated, detail-oriented Director, Payroll with excellent business acumen. You will lead the company’s global payroll process and reporting in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. You will partner closely with leadership to drive financial performance, optimize resource allocation, and support strategic initiatives. You will play a key role in shaping the payroll strategy of the company, ensuring alignment with business goals, and driving data-driven decision-making at all levels of the organization.
About the role
- Lead and manage the global payroll function, ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing across multiple countries
- Develop and implement international payroll strategies that align with company goals and global expansion plans
- Ensure compliance with local, federal, and international payroll regulations, tax laws, and statutory reporting requirements
- Drive payroll process optimization and automation initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce manual effort
- Collaborate with Finance, HR, Legal, and external providers to streamline payroll operations and address country-specific payroll complexities
- Oversee payroll audits, reconciliations, and reporting, ensuring accuracy in financial statements and compliance with SOX and other relevant regulations
- Provide strategic leadership and mentorship to the payroll team, fostering professional development and operational excellence
- Partner with Compensation & Benefits teams to ensure seamless execution of salary structures, equity programs, and incentive plans
- Stay current on industry trends, tax law changes, and emerging payroll technologies to continuously improve global payroll operations
Skills & experience
- 10+ years of payroll leadership experience, with a strong focus on US and international payroll operations
- Expertise in global payroll compliance, tax regulations, and statutory reporting across multiple countries
- Proven experience leading payroll process improvements, system implementations, and automation initiatives
- Strong knowledge of payroll-related accounting, general ledger reconciliation, and financial reporting
- Familiarity with Dayforce, or other major payroll systems
- Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills to collaborate effectively across functions and global teams
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, HR, or a related field; CPP or other payroll certifications preferred
- Strong interpersonal skills and a flexible, team-oriented attitude; willingness to quickly pivot to new projects as required by business needs
Pay Transparency
It is Mindbody’s intent to pay all Team Members competitive wages and salaries that are motivational, fair, and equitable. The goal of Mindbody’s compensation program is to be transparent, attract potential employees, meet the needs of all current employees, and encourage Team Members to stay with our organization. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location.The base salary range for this position in the United States is $140,300 to $175,300. The total compensation package for this position may also include performance bonuses, benefits, and/or other applicable incentive compensation plans
Sound like the role for you? We’d love to hear from you! Even if you’re not 100% sure about potential fit, we still encourage you to apply. We’re looking for the right person, not the perfect series of checkboxes.
Mindbody is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We highly value diversity at our company and encourage people of all different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives to apply. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or other protected characteristics.
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