Sr. Manager, Payroll

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Build a world class payroll process for global employees
• Identify and drive process improvements, automation initiatives, and internal control enhancements
• Develop and maintain documentation of current payroll processes and procedures for both US and global entities
• Support payroll-related projects, including system implementations, integrations, and process transformations
• Assist with end-to-end payroll processing for all US employees on a weekly and biweekly basis, including exempt, non-exempt, and equity compensation
• Support annual payroll compliance reporting for the US, including the preparation, review, and audit of W-2s
• Ensure all monthly close payroll deliverables are completed accurately and on schedule
• Support SOX requirements for all US payroll, including control documentation, testing, monitoring, and remediation
• Lead internal and external audits related to payroll, serving as the primary point of contact
• BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor’s degree
• 10+ years of professional experience in finance with 5+ years in payroll
• 4+ years in a supervisory role managing direct reports
• PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
• Experience working in finance organizations of fast-moving entrepreneurial companies – “run it like you own it” mentality
• Strong working knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll regulations, tax requirements, and compliance obligations
• Hands-on experience with UKG (Ultimate Software) and Workday
• Experience supporting international payroll operations
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Demonstrated expertise in SOX compliance and internal control frameworks
• ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Willingness to work long hours and weekends when needed to meet critical deadlines
• This position is based in Hawthorne, CA, and requires being onsite - remote/hybrid will not be considered
• Pay range: Sr. Manager, Payroll: $175,000.00 - $250,000.00/per year
• Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.