Payroll Manager

About the role

We are looking for a Payroll Manager to lead and optimize end-to-end payroll operations while establishing strong global payroll governance across a complex, multi-jurisdictional environment. This is a great opportunity for a results-driven and detail-oriented professional to design, stabilize during transition, and elevate payroll processes within a global organization.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full payroll lifecycle, from timekeeping inputs through to net pay, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness
• Lead the design and implementation of payroll operating models, including processes, controls, and service delivery frameworks
• Ensure compliance with all applicable payroll regulations, including multi-state and statutory requirements, while maintaining audit readiness
• Establish and enforce global payroll governance standards to ensure alignment across regions and vendors
• Manage payroll systems, integrations, and vendor relationships to support seamless data flows and operational efficiency
• Partner with HR, Finance, and IT to enhance payroll accuracy, drive continuous improvement, and resolve issues effectively
• Lead payroll transition initiatives, including system implementations, parallel testing, and post-implementation stabilization
• Build, coach, and develop a high-performing payroll team while supporting a scalable, stand-alone operating model

Requirements

• A commitment to the safety of yourself and your team
• 7–10+ years of experience in U.S. payroll, including 3–5+ years in a leadership role managing payroll operations
• Strong knowledge of multi-state payroll regulations and compliance requirements (California experience is considered an asset)
• Experience working in complex environments such as unionized, industrial, manufacturing, or mining sectors
• Proven experience with payroll systems and integrations (e.g., ADP, Workday, SAP, UKG, Oracle)
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills

Qualifications

• Preferred Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation or equivalent
• Experience supporting divestment, transformation, or stand-alone payroll setup
• Exposure to global payroll governance or multi-country payroll operations

Skills

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills

Benefits

• Competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with an annual incentive bonus
• Access to top-tier family-friendly health programs including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life insurance coverage, and various voluntary benefits
• Excellent retirement plan including up to 6% defined company contribution; Generous 401k matching program
• Athletic share ownership plan
• Comprehensive leave policies which cover all the moments that matter in life
• Paid time off, paid holidays, and paid bereavement leave
• Generous parental leave policy, which ensures you're able to spend quality time with your new family
• Discount programs for leisure purposes and access to Virgin Pulse with incentives supporting your wellbeing
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), which provides confidential counselling or expert guidance for you and your family to help get through life's challenges

Pay

The expected salary range for California-based roles is $130,000 - $154,000.

Schedule

This role offers a hybrid delivery model.