Water for People

About This Role The Global Total Rewards Manager is a key contributor on the Talent Team responsible for administering and supporting the organization’s compensation and benefits programs. This role collaborates closely with domestic and international colleagues to ensure total rewards programs are competitive, compliant, and consistently understood across regions. The position focuses on program implementation, analysis, training, and continuous improvement, while supporting HRIS functionality and special projects that advance Water For People’s mission to develop high-quality drinking water and sanitation services for Everyone Forever. In This Role You Will International and US Compensation Support the administration and ongoing improvement of total rewards offerings, balancing financial stewardship with talent attraction and retention needs. Assist in the implementation and maintenance of the company’s compensation philosophy and programs, including salary structures and annual salary planning processes (e.g., merit and promotions). Maintain job classification structures, salary administration guidelines, and job descriptions. Interpret job descriptions and role requirements for benchmarking and evaluation purposes. Support reviews of employee salary data, job evaluations, and market pay to identify trends or inconsistencies. Analyze compensation and salary market data to support competitive positioning. Assist in developing salary ranges for open positions and partner with the Talent Team on offers for new hires and promotions. Participate in annual salary surveys and review benchmark data. Provide guidance to all managers on compensation policies and practices. Support the annual performance management and compensation planning cycle. Prepare routine and ad hoc reports and analyses to support decision-making. Conduct data audits to support data accuracy and integrity within HRIS and compensation systems. Collaborate with international HR colleagues to ensure consistent application and understanding of compensation practices across regions. Develop and deliver training, documentation, and guidance materials to support colleagues in compensation-related processes. Participate in special projects and cross-functional initiatives as needed. Support compliance across all total rewards programs. Benefits and HRIS Support the administration and periodic review of total rewards programs, including health & welfare, retirement, and wellness plans for all countries. Support benefits market analysis to inform program maintenance and enhancements. Provide clear interpretation of benefits policies and procedures to employees. Support data audits to help ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Collaborate with and provide training and ongoing support to Talent Team colleagues to promote understanding and effective administration of benefits programs. Develop and maintain user-friendly documentation and resources for HRIS and total rewards processes. Support HRIS administration and document management within Microsoft Teams. US Benefits Conduct day-to-day US benefits administration, including enrollments, terminations, employee communications, and issue resolution. Assist with benefit plan cost analysis and reporting, including vendor performance, utilization, and trend data. Execution of the annual open enrollment process, including communications, plan setup, and vendor file reviews. Maintain Summary Plan Descriptions and submit all required notices. Support vendor relationships with benefits providers Other duties as assigned. You Will Excel In This Role If You Have Undergraduate degree or equivalent work experience. Minimum five (5) years working knowledge of global compensation practices, policies in an organization of similar size, and complexity. Minimum five (5) years working knowledge of multi-state US health benefits, leave and corresponding legal and compliance documentation practices and policies. International Compensation and Benefits experience. Solid understanding of international total rewards and long-term equity programs. Strong analytical skills, accuracy and attention to detail. Proficient with large data sets and Microsoft Excel. Bonus Points If You Have Certified Compensation Professional (CCP), Certification in Human Resources (GPHR, SPHR, PHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP), Benefits (Certified Benefits Professional (CBP), or Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS). Non-profit experience. ADP & Deel experience. Spanish language skills. More About This Role Remote work from home in Colorado. Ability to work outside typical office hours to collaborate across multiple time zones. Water For People will only seek candidates from Colorado. Candidates must be a citizen or authorized to work in the US. Note:   This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job.

About This Role This role provides accurate and timely payroll and accounting information at the global and consolidated level for Water For People. The position manages payroll for the U.S., general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash management, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and collaboration among the Finance and Talent Team. The role also supports the month-end close process and is responsible for reconciliation and analysis of profit and loss and balance sheet accounts. In This Role You Will US Payroll Manage and process bi-weekly payroll, including validating payroll changes and adjustments, benefits management and deductions, 403(b) contributions, and reconciling payroll taxes for the U.S. Ensure full compliance with federal and multi-state payroll tax regulations, including timely and accurate filing and remittance of state payroll taxes. Monitor changes in state payroll tax laws and implement necessary updates to payroll processes. Perform comprehensive payroll reconciliation, ensuring all payroll transactions are accurately recorded, and discrepancies are promptly resolved. Review and reconcile annual Form W-2s. Serve as the primary liaison with internal stakeholders on potential changes and edits to tax reporting processes. General Ledger & Accounting Support general ledger accounting, including journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end closing. Review and approve transactions in the ERP system. Analyze and resolve accounting variances. Partner and train country office staff on multicurrency payroll transactions and ensure that local and intercompany transactions are recorded accurately. Maintain internal controls over payroll and accounting processes Support internal and external audits Financial Reporting & Forecasting Reconcile and analyze balance sheet accounts, income statements, and cash flow statements. Lead budgeting and forecasting for all payroll components Support monthly variance analysis and forecasting meetings with HQ departments. Assist Controller in global consolidation of budget and projections. Financial Systems, Policies & Processes Identify and participate in process improvement initiatives within the Accounting ERP system. Training and Support Look for improvements in the payroll processes and document and train on these improvements Provide onboarding and ongoing training to HQ and global finance staff on accounting policies, ERP functionality, month-end close procedures, and documentation standards. Develop and maintain training materials—including SOPs, job aids, checklists, and process guides—for payroll, accounting workflows, and ERP use. Deliver refresher trainings when system updates, policy changes, or new controls are implemented. Serve as the first point of contact for Finance and Talent Team questions related to payroll, accounting processes, and ERP troubleshooting, escalating issues when needed. Support in-country finance teams by explaining global accounting practices, grant compliance requirements, and reporting expectations. Collaborate with Talent and IT teams to coordinate systems access, role permissions, and user support in the ERP and payroll systems. Facilitate cross‑team learning sessions to ensure alignment across global Finance, Talent, and country offices on process changes and best practices. Other Duties Uphold ethical standards and make financial decisions in line with Water For People’s mission and values. Stay informed about not-for-profit grant regulations and adapt practices. Liaise between in-country finance teams and HQ accounting for process changes. Other duties as assigned. You Will Excel In This Role If You Have Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance or equivalent work experience Minimum five years’ experience with multistate payroll Minimum five years’ accounting experience (including US GAAP for nonprofits), general ledger, financial reporting, audits, and budgeting Experience in nonprofit accounting, financial grant management, and/or revenue accounting Analytical and proactive problem-solving abilities Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel High attention to detail, commitment to quality and accuracy, and ability to meet deadlines Effective communication skills with financial and non-financial audiences Bonus Points If You Have Accounting software experience using NetSuite Experience with ADP strongly preferred Experience with DEEL Spanish speaking skills More About This Role Water For People will only seek candidates from the following states: CO, DC, FL, GA, IN, KY, MD, NE, NC, OH, OR, SD, TX or VA.    This position can be remote or can work from our office in Greenwood Village, Colorado Ability to work outside regular business hours to collaborate across time zones Must be a citizen or legally authorized to work in the US