Payroll Manager (International) - Scalable Payroll Operations

Who We Are

Datassential is a leading global intelligence platform for the food and beverage industry. Leveraging billions of data points and cutting-edge AI, we provide a suite of innovative solutions that empower more than 90% of the world’s largest food and beverage brands to develop, market, and sell their products more effectively.

Based in Chicago, USA, Datassential has expanded its global reach through strategic acquisitions of CHD Expert (France) in 2022 and Brizo Data, Inc. (Canada) in 2025. In 2024, we secured investment from top-tier private equity firms New Mountain Capital and Endicott Capital—a milestone that fuels our accelerated product roadmap and strengthens our research and development, enabling us to deliver even greater value to our clients.

Our remote-first, globally distributed team thrives on diverse perspectives and deep expertise in the food and beverage space. Food brings people together—and at Datassential’s table, there’s room for everyone.

What We Need

Datassential is a fast-growing SaaS company with a strong foundation and big ambitions. As we expand internationally, we’re looking for a Payroll Manager who’s excited to build scalable, accurate, and people-first payroll processes that support our next phase of growth.

In this role, you’ll take ownership of payroll operations across multiple countries - including US, Canada, France, and the UK using Rippling as our core system. You’ll be the go-to expert for all things payroll, ensuring our people get paid accurately, on time, and in compliance with local laws.

This is a great opportunity for someone who loves both precision and process, and who enjoys being part of a scaling, collaborative team.

What You Will Do

• Run and manage U.S. and international payroll using Rippling.
• Make sure payroll is accurate, timely, and compliant - every cycle, every time.
• Partner with HR and Finance on compensation updates, benefits, and reconciliations.
• Stay up to date on payroll laws and tax regulations in all relevant jurisdictions.
• Manage vendor and government relationships for payroll taxes, benefits, and filings.
• Support year-end activities (W-2s, T4s, P60s, etc.) and audits as needed.
• Respond to employee questions about pay, deductions, and related issues with clarity and care.
• Find opportunities to streamline and automate processes as we scale.
• Protect employee data confidentiality and ensure security across all payroll systems.
  
  

Requirements

• 5+ years of payroll experience, including U.S. payroll management.
• Hands-on experience with Rippling.
• Experience running payroll in at least one other country (Canada, U.K., EMEA, or similar).
• Deep understanding of payroll compliance, tax filing, and reporting requirements.
• A love for details - and the ability to keep things organized even when juggling multiple deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
  
  

Bonus Points If You Have

• Experience in a high-growth SaaS or tech company.
• Exposure to HRIS or accounting integrations.
• A certification such as CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) or equivalent.
  
  

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus
• Affordable health insurance; includes a no-cost employee-only plan
• Paid parental leave
• 401K with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 5%
• Unlimited PTO, recharge days, and Christmas through New Year break
• Flexibility to work remotely with a Remote Stipend
• Wellness Reimbursement and HQ Gym access
  
  

Our Table Welcomes All. We embrace diversity of both background and thought and foster an inclusive environment that extends an open landscape of opportunities to everyone. We invite each of us to simply be ourselves. We operate with respect and without judgment, celebrating both the power of the individual as well as our shared humanity.

Base salary range for this role will be $85,000- $110,000. Actual compensation within the pay range will be decided based on factors including, but not limited to, skills, prior relevant experience, and specific work location.

Datassential is an E-Verify employer.