Few countries in the world can match the cuisine, culture, natural beauty, and history of France. This
western European country, however, also stands out for its complex payroll system. Its volume of labor and tax legislation and work-time rules, and the fact that French employees are entitled to a variety of legal protections, make this country’s payroll a challenge. In this issue’s Country Spotlight, delve into the ins and outs of French employment law and gain some insight into the nation’s culture and business etiquette.
U.S. readers of Global Payroll likely are familiar with Robyn Maslouski, CPP. Now, the Director of HR Services for Cardinal Health has gone decidedly global, with team members supporting 20 countries, including Mexico, Switzerland, China, Japan, and Singapore. Read our Executive Spotlight to learn more about this payroll professional and what she’s learned by making the move into a global operation.
Also in this issue, learn the five essential elements to prepare for an international audit, how to operationalize your compliance programs, why global payroll matters to every multinational COO, and much more.
Until next month,
Dan Maddux
Executive Director
Global Payroll Management Institute, Inc.