What you’ll do

• Oversee the end-to-end payroll process for U.S. multi-state payroll.
• Ensure accuracy and timely processing of all payrolls by managing schedules, volume, and quality of processing.
• Drive ongoing improvements in our payroll processes to accommodate multiple legal entities, employee bases, and technology solutions.
• Develop and maintain internal controls around the hire-to-retire and payroll processes.
• Ensure that payroll processes are compliant with local requirements and company policies, and that they are reviewed regularly, improved when necessary, and appropriately documented and communicated internally.
• Own all payroll related communications internally: provide clarity on payroll processes and benefits at all levels of the business and in particular for new hires, provide day-to-day support and resolution for any queries on all payroll matters, proactively communicate with team members, managers and HR team as necessary.
• Keep up to date on all payroll industry trends and best practices applying this knowledge to our processes and identifying areas for improvement.
• Review quarterly 941 filings, annual W-2s and reconcile to payroll records.
• Coordinate with the payroll provider on new work state setup and payroll tax registrations, as needed.
• Prepare payroll journals, account reconciliations, and payroll fluctuations analysis for the accounting month-end close.
• Partner with the rest of the Finance team regarding general ledger entries, payroll liabilities reconciliation, state and local tax compliance, annual and ad-hoc audit support, reporting inquiries and other projects, as necessary.
• Provide ad hoc reporting to Finance and HR on 401(k) audit, workers comp audit, insurance renewals, government surveys, and payroll cash flows.

What you’ll bring

• 7+ years of overall experience in payroll, and preferably 2 years of experience leading a payroll team.
• Experience in ADP WorkforceNow is preferred.
• Strong understanding of current legislative requirements and regulations paired with a detailed understanding of payroll and related tax administration.
• Experience with NetSuite and proficiency with Google suite and Microsoft Office, including strong working knowledge of Excel.
• Self-motivated by opportunities to learn and improve processes.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to partner with cross-functional teams, including legal, HR, tax, accounting, equity, and finance.
• Strong working knowledge of payroll best practices, guidelines, and compliance, including multi-jurisdictional tax management.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) preferred.