Payroll Manager @ OpenGov

INACTIVE

Full-Time

Payroll Manager

Posted on 2/28/2024

OpenGov

501-1,000 employees

Cloud software for government operations

Government & Public Sector

Junior, Mid, Senior

Plano, TX, USA

Required Skills

Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)

Customer Service

Excel/Numbers/Sheets

Requirements

BA degree in BA, Accounting, Finance or related field is required
4-6 years of payroll experience in the United States is required
In depth knowledge of federal, state and local employment requirements and regulations as well as multi-state payroll tax
Experience with ADP, Workday or similar payroll system is required
System implementation experience is preferred
2+ years of previous payroll management or supervisory experience
Excellent communication skills and experience working cross-functionally
Proficiency using Excel/Google sheets creating complex formulas analyzing large data sets
Ability to multi-task and navigate through competing priorities in a high-paced environment

Responsibilities

Own end-to end payroll processing for the United States ensuring accuracy and timeliness
Oversee consultants administering payroll abroad
Identify opportunities for process optimization enhancing efficiency of the payroll process and maintain process documentation
Work cross functionally with People Ops, Finance and Legal departments implementing new policies, processes and procedures
Develop, implement and maintain internal controls and procedures around payroll process
Stay up to date with payroll laws and regulations ensuring the company's compliance
Support payroll systems implementation and integration working cross functionally with other teams
Manage year-end employment tax reporting including but not limited to W2, 1099, Form 940 and 941
Analyze payroll data and provide regular payroll related reporting and analysis to management
Be the main payroll point of contact for complex payroll issues ensuring excellent customer service
Support payroll integration of subsequent business acquisitions
Provide coaching, direction and leadership support to direct reports
Support 401k and worker's compensation audits

OpenGov is home to an exceptional team - passionate about our mission to power more effective and accountable government. By bringing the OpenGov Cloud to our nation’s state and local government, we’re transforming communities so they can thrive!

Imagine yourself being able to help small business owners open their doors faster, ensuring our tax dollars are accounted for, creating safer infrastructure, modernizing the permitting process, and assisting with disaster recovery. The work you do here every day has a meaningful impact on people’s lives!

🌟 OpenGov is a 2023 Top Workplaces USA award winner and a Forbes America’s Best Startup Employer 🌟

Join our smart, fun, and humble team to experience the most rewarding career of your life!

The Payroll Manager will own the payroll process for all global employees, taking end-to-end ownership in the US and working with consultants abroad. This role will be a key player in scaling the processes and systems of the company to support long term growth. This role will also be a subject matter expert, managing the increasing complexities of payroll compliance in the United States. The Payroll Manager will be responsible for ensuring timely, accurate and efficient payroll process execution, ensuring compliance with applicable payroll laws, regulations, and tax requirements. This role is part of an accounting organization, supervising one payroll accountant, and will work cross- functionally across the business.

*This is a hybrid position and requires a minimum 3 days per week in our office in Chicago, Boston, or Plano*

Responsibilities

• Own end-to end payroll processing for the United States ensuring accuracy and timeliness

• Oversee consultants administering payroll abroad

• Identify opportunities for process optimization enhancing efficiency of the payroll process and maintain process documentation

• Work cross functionally with People Ops, Finance and Legal departments implementing new policies, processes and procedures

• Develop, implement and maintain internal controls and procedures around payroll process

• Stay up to date with payroll laws and regulations ensuring the company’s compliance

• Support payroll systems implementation and integration working cross functionally with other teams

• Manage year-end employment tax reporting including but not limited to W2, 1099, Form 940 and 941

• Analyze payroll data and provide regular payroll related reporting and analysis to management

• Be the main payroll point of contact for complex payroll issues ensuring excellent customer service

• Support payroll integration of subsequent business acquisitions

• Provide coaching, direction and leadership support to direct reports

• Support 401k and worker’s compensation audits

Requirements and Preferred Experience

• BA degree in BA, Accounting, Finance or related field is required

• 4-6 years of payroll experience in the United States is required

In depth knowledge of federal, state and local employment requirements and regulations as well as multi-state payroll tax

• Experience with ADP, Workday or similar payroll system is required

• System implementation experience is preferred

• 2+ years of previous payroll management or supervisory experience

• Excellent communication skills and experience working cross-functionally

• Proficiency using Excel/Google sheets creating complex formulas analyzing large data sets

• Ability to multi-task and navigate through competing priorities in a high-paced environment

What makes OpenGov unique

» Leadership: CEO Zac Bookman (MPA from Harvard and JD from Yale) is truly a mission-driven CEO. He was named one of the 100 most Intriguing Entrepreneurs by Goldman Sachs, a Tech Pioneer by the World Economic Forum, and SF and Silicon Valley Business Times’ 40 under 40 class of 2018!

» Growth: Record breaking growth with 1,800+ governments (and counting) using our products. Click here to read more.

» Culture: Winner of 2023 Top Workplaces USA award, Awarded Top 25 Cloud Companies to Work For, Winner of Forbes 2022 Best Startup Employers, 50 Best Workplaces award. Check out our Careers Video!

» Perks: 90% paid Medical/Dental/Vision premium for employees, fully paid Life and Short/Long term disability insurance, Unlimited PTO, Parental Leave policy, annual wellness stipend, anniversary awards, and more!

» Product: Named to the GovTech 100 (seven consecutive years), we are the leader in cloud software for our nation’s cities, counties, and state agencies.

» Mission Driven: We are a technology company with a passion for the mission. We’re powering more effective and accountable government.

Come join us and make a positive social impact!

OpenGov is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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Working at OpenGov Inc. positions you at the forefront of enhancing governmental operations with their specialized cloud software solutions designed specifically for local governments, state agencies, school districts, and special districts. By focusing on key areas such as budgeting, procurement, asset management, and permitting and licensing, the company leads in creating tools that improve collaboration and efficiency. This makes it an excellent workplace for those interested in directly impacting community engagement and governmental effectiveness through innovative technology.

Company Stage

M&A

Total Funding

$2B

Headquarters

San Jose, California

Founded

2012

Growth & Insights

Headcount

6 month growth

↑ 4%

1 year growth

↑ 12%

2 year growth

↑ 62%

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Work from Anywhere

Unlimited Vacation

Mission-Driven Colleagues

World-Class Healthcare

Professional Development

Family Matters

Amazing Customers

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