Sr. Analyst, Global Payroll (EU/FR)

Fanatics is building a leading global digital sports platform that ignites the passions of sports fans worldwide. We offer products and services across Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, and Fanatics Betting & Gaming, enabling fans to buy licensed gear, collect physical and digital memorabilia, and bet through our growing sportsbook and iGaming platform. With a database of over 100 million global sports fans, a partner network of approximately 900 sports properties, and more than 2 000 retail locations—including our Lids stores—our 22 000 employees are committed to relentlessly enhancing the fan experience.

About The Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Analyst, Global Payroll to support and execute payroll operations across EMEA, APAC, and the Americas. This role requires deep expertise in global payroll processes, with a strong emphasis on France payroll compliance. The ideal candidate will bring hands‑on experience with Oracle Fusion HCM, ActivPay, and ADP Celergo, and thrive in a fast‑paced, cross‑functional environment. You’ll be the subject‑matter expert for France payroll, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting while collaborating with external vendors for other countries.

What You’ll Do

France Payroll Responsibility

• Serve as subject‑matter expert (SME) for France payroll, ensuring full compliance with local labor laws and regulations.
• Manage end‑to‑end France payroll processing, including DSN (Déclaration Sociale Nominative) submissions.
• Ensure accurate calculation and reporting of social contributions (URSSAF), income tax (PAS), and statutory benefits.
• Oversee compliance with France‑specific requirements such as paid leave accruals, RTT, 13th month payments, and collective bargaining agreements (CBAs).
• Partner with local stakeholders and vendors to stay current on legislative changes impacting payroll.
• Support audits and ensure proper documentation for all France payroll activities.
• Align with HR and Finance to support monthly close, accruals, and reporting.

Global Payroll Responsibility

• Independently manage and process payroll across multiple global entities (EMEA, APAC, Americas), ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness.
• Work cross‑functionally with HR, Finance, and Legal teams to support international employee populations and maintain payroll accuracy.
• Coordinate with third‑party payroll vendors across all regions; act as the primary point of contact and manage vendor performance and SLA adherence.
• Validate vendor outputs, ensure data accuracy, and resolve complex global payroll issues.
• Reconcile global payroll results, validate general ledger (GL) files, and coordinate approvals with internal stakeholders.
• Integrate payroll inputs and outputs between Oracle Fusion HCM and third‑party payroll platforms (ActivPay, ADP Celergo).
• Support integration and implementation of payroll systems, enhancements, and process improvements globally.
• Handle all global statutory filings, year‑end reporting, and compliance requirements in each jurisdiction.
• Provide high‑quality support to employees and internal stakeholders on payroll matters globally.

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of France payroll experience, including full ownership of end‑to‑end processing and statutory filings.
• Hands‑on experience running payroll via Oracle Fusion HCM (essential).
• Global payroll experience (EMEA, APAC, Americas) and vendor coordination.
• Strong understanding of France statutory pay schemes.
• Advanced Excel skills for reconciliations and reporting.
• Strong attention to detail, problem‑solving mindset, and ability to manage deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional proficiency in French (written and verbal) required.