Payroll Manager

Description We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to oversee and streamline payroll operations for a multi-state organization based in Sunnyvale, California. This role requires a strategic leader who can ensure accurate payroll processing, compliance with regulations, and effective management of benefits and leave of absence programs. If you have a proven track record in payroll management and are passionate about driving operational excellence, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and process full-cycle payroll for over 500 employees across multiple states and Canada.
• Utilize ADP Workforce Now to ensure timely and accurate bi-monthly payroll processing.
• Oversee compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations, including multi-state payroll laws.
• Administer leave of absence payments and ensure proper tracking and reconciliation.
• Handle benefits payroll operations, including 401(k) contributions and benefits reconciliations.
• Collaborate with HR and finance teams to address payroll-related inquiries and resolve discrepancies.
• Lead efforts to improve payroll systems and processes, ensuring efficiency and accuracy.
• Monitor and implement changes in payroll regulations to maintain compliance.
• Prepare detailed payroll reports and analyses for management review.
• Provide guidance and training to payroll staff to enhance team performance. Requirements
• Minimum of 10 years of experience managing payroll operations.
• Expertise in full-cycle payroll, including multi-state and Canadian payroll.
• Proficiency in using ADP Workforce Now for payroll processing and reporting.
• Strong knowledge of bi-monthly payroll practices and regulations.
• Experience handling payroll for organizations with over 500 employees.
• Familiarity with administering leave of absence payments and benefits reconciliations.
• In-depth understanding of compliance requirements for payroll and benefits.
• Excellent organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

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