Join ABC Fitness and become part of a culture that’s as ambitious as it is authentic. Let’s transform the future of fitness—together!
Our Values
Best Life
We believe great work begins with great people. That’s why our culture is built on respect, trust, and belonging. We create an inclusive environment where every team member can bring their authentic self to work—because diverse perspectives drive innovation and meaningful impact.
Growth Mindset
We are doers, thinkers, and dreamers. At ABC Fitness, your growth is our investment. Through continuous learning, mentorship, and professional development opportunities, we empower you to reach new heights—personally and professionally.
One Team
From day one, you’ll be part of a team that collaborates, celebrates, and cares. We move fast, support one another, and have fun along the way. Because when you thrive, we all thrive.
At the very core…
You will lead the global payroll team and manage US and International (5 countries and growing) payroll operations. You are experienced in leading and growing Global Payroll Operations and are passionate about developing effective and thorough payroll processes, especially in Workday payroll. You will foster relationships with People & Culture and Finance/Accounting teams and other stakeholders by establishing and maintaining exceptional business relationships and working collaboratively. You are a hands-on leader, who is expected to run day-to-day payroll operations, support new and existing global pay programs, manage vendor contracts and relationships for outsourced payroll services, and drive process standardization, automation, and improvement in the controls for payroll globally and ensures process efficiency and effectiveness. You have a strong knowledge of US payroll including compliance with Federal and State taxes and understanding of international payroll laws and taxes.
What you'll do...
- Payroll and benefits process: Manage U.S. and global payroll processing and compliance, analysis of exempt and non-exempt payrolls, working closely with the payroll vendors and accounting teams on various monthly/quarterly accounting close activities including account review, reconciliations, and variance analysis.
- Overall management and analysis of payroll operations and related activities that ensure compliance with U.S. and international jurisdictions for 1,100+ employees and growing. Ensure proper processes are in place for capturing all inputs accurately and review payroll output from payroll vendors, which includes but is not limited to performing payroll analysis such as total gross payroll to net payment, average paid per headcount by country, and comparison of analysis to prior period, etc.
- Employee coordination: Respond to employee inquiries and serve as liaison between employee and third-party providers; educate and counsel employees on how to use Workday® Employee Self Service tools and address issues that fall outside the scope of self-service, hourly time tracking and overtime.
- Cross functional partnerships: Drive meetings with cross-functional departments (P&C, Finance, Accounting, IT, Legal, etc.) to identify and implement payroll process improvements and best practices to drive excellence and eliminate errors.
- Payroll policies & procedures: Develop and implement payroll processes, policies & procedures to ensure proper internal controls, efficiency and a great employee experience.
- Partnerships: Work with internal partners in People & Culture and Finance/Accounting to facilitate and improve the payroll processes, including benefits and withholdings (e.g. leave of absence, employee benefits, 401k, FSA, etc.)
- Compliance: Review all payroll reporting and ensure accurate and timely filing with appropriate government authorities. Support external financial audit. Manage any payroll related audits e.g. 401(k), worker's compensation, etc.
- Special Projects: Provide ad-hoc support and services as needed. Audit payroll transactions and payroll registers prior to completion and validate confirmed reports
- Lead and manage a global team of three direct reports
What you'll need to succeed...
- Systems: Advanced level experience with Workday® (required) and advanced Excel Skills (pivot tables and lookups).
- Minimum of 8-10 years of end-to-end payroll processing with at least 5+ years proven management/supervisory experience including companies with 500+ employees.
- Experience with Canadian and EMEA and/or APAC payroll (required)
- Experience with reporting of equity compensation programs thru payroll
- Experience with managing and developing a team
- Process Oriented: Strong understanding of payroll processes and best practices.
- Excellent management and organizational skills. Project Management/System implementation experience is a plus
- Technical skills: Thorough knowledge of payroll-related state, legal, tax, and compliance requirements.
- Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills needed to interface and establish rapport with all levels of the organization including executive team members.
- A proactive, high-energy attitude geared towards achieving continuous improvement.
- Flexibility: Ability to operate in a fast paced, and rapidly growing organization.
- A self-starter and excellent people manger and team player
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU:
Purpose led company with a Values focused culture – Best Life, One Team, Growth Mindset
Time Off – competitive PTO plans with 15 Earned accrued leave, 12 days Sick leave, and 12 days Casual leave per year
11 Holidays plus 4 Days of Disconnect – once a quarter, we take a collective breather and enjoy a day off together around the globe. #oneteam
Group Mediclaim insurance coverage of INR 500,000 for employee + spouse, 2 kids, and parents or parent-in-laws, and including EAP counseling
Life Insurance and Personal Accident Insurance
Best Life Perk – we are committed to meeting you wherever you are in your fitness journey with a quarterly reimbursement
Premium Calm App – enjoy tranquility with a Calm App subscription for you and up to 4 dependents over the age of 16
Support for working women with financial aid towards crèche facility, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for their little ones while they focus on their careers
At ABC Fitness, we don’t just build technology—we build communities and transform lives. Your work matters here, your growth is supported, and your voice is heard. We welcome diverse talent and encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet every requirement.
ABC’S COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUALITY, BELONGING AND INCLUSION: ABC is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strive to create a workplace where every employee, client, and partner feels valued, inspired, and empowered to reach their full potential. For us, inclusion isn’t just the right thing to do—it’s a business imperative. Learn more at abcfitness.com.
About ABC Fitness
ABC Fitness is the #1 software provider for fitness businesses of any size, all around the world. Supporting 30K clubs, 650K coaches, 40M members, and processing more than $12B in payments every year, ABC Fitness provides scalable, data-driven solutions to simplify club management and engage members and clients.
From personal trainers, boutique studios, and gyms, to international franchise health clubs, ABC Fitness will move your business forward through technology and industry insights. Innovation is at the center of everything we do, across ABC Glofox, ABC Ignite, ABC Trainerize, and ABC Evo. Let's make your fitness vision a seamless reality, together. Learn more at abcfitness.com
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