Full-Time

Payroll Manager

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Via

Via

1,001-5,000 employees

Digital transportation solutions and consulting services

Automotive & Transportation
Consulting
Healthcare

Compensation Overview

$90k - $110kAnnually

Senior

Remote in USA

Candidates should ideally be based in the U.S.

Category
Payroll Accounting
Accounting
Required Skills
Excel/Numbers/Sheets

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • 5+ years of experience in payroll management, with a strong understanding of unionized environments and experience running payroll in California
  • Proficiency in payroll systems (e.g., ADP, Workday) and advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
  • Comprehensive knowledge of wage and hour laws, payroll tax regulations, and union agreements
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion
  • Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in a high-volume environment
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams and address employee concerns effectively
  • Passionate about improving processes and developing innovative solutions
  • Have demonstrated experience in partnering with internal teams and juggling multiple priorities
Responsibilities
  • Oversee the end-to-end bi-weekly and semi-monthly payroll processing for employee drivers and unionized employees across multiple states and entities. Duties include calculating wages, overtime, and other shift premiums. Ensure accurate inputs and timely processing by collaborating closely with our Operations team.
  • Interpret and apply collective bargaining agreements in relevant payroll processes, including union dues, seniority-based pay adjustments, and other negotiated terms.
  • Work with Finance to allocate payroll costs accurately across cost centers and locations, and partner with HR to gather and validate employee data needed for payroll processing
  • Ensure payroll practices adhere to applicable labor laws, including FLSA, state wage and hour laws, and any relevant union regulations. Stay updated on payroll legislation and implement necessary changes to processes and policies.
  • Perform periodic audits of our payroll data to ensure accuracy of employee pay information.
  • Design and implement process improvements and internal controls to the payroll process.
  • Ensure benefit deductions and tax withholdings are calculated and reported timely and accurately.
  • Lead all aspects of the monthly financial reporting process as it relates to payroll, such as preparing journal entries and reconciling general ledger accounts.
  • Serve as a primary point of contact for payroll-related questions or concerns from drivers, providing clear and timely responses. Educate employees on payroll processes, deductions, and tax withholdings as needed.
  • Perform ad-hoc projects and other assignments as needed to support the broader team.
  • Exercise the highest degree of confidentiality regarding all payroll information and employee privacy initiatives.

Via transforms traditional transportation systems into efficient digital networks, catering to urban and rural clients, including students, corporate employees, and patients. Its TransitTech technology enhances transit networks with flexible and cost-effective mobility solutions, improving convenience and efficiency for riders. Via streamlines operations, particularly in student transit, and offers planning, scheduling, and consulting services through its Remix platform, enabling clients to design effective transit networks. The award-winning Citymapper for Cities app provides passenger insights to strengthen transit systems. Additionally, Via supports healthcare transportation, ensuring patients can access care easily. The company's goal is to leverage digital technology to enhance transportation efficiency, reduce costs, and improve the overall rider experience.

Company Stage

Late Stage VC

Total Funding

$862.9M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2012

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

-5%

2 year growth

0%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Via's partnership with King County Metro addresses first- and last-mile transit needs.
  • Microtransit pilot programs with Summit County highlight Via's innovative solutions.
  • Via's potential acquisition of Citymapper could enhance its Mobility as a Service offerings.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from AI-integrated transit solutions could challenge Via's market position.
  • Potential regulatory scrutiny may complicate Via's acquisition of Citymapper.
  • Expansion in underserved zones may face logistical challenges or community pushback.

What makes Via unique

  • Via transforms rigid transit systems into dynamic, on-demand networks.
  • Via's TransitTech serves diverse clients, from urban dwellers to rural residents.
  • Via's Citymapper for Cities app provides comprehensive passenger insights.

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Benefits

Competitive salaries and equity packages.

Health and wellness benefits.

Local volunteer opportunities.

Support for all new parents.

Learning opportunities through our Via-Versity.

Employee Resource Groups.