Payroll Manager

About Us

Strata Clean Energy is a leading developer, EPC, and service provider for utility-scale solar and storage systems in the United States. We control and self-perform all processes from our nationwide solar and storage developments, to construction, O&M, and Asset Management. Our employees are empowered to drive our business in a collaborative, creative, and passion-driven environment that fosters long-term professional growth. We’re leading the industry in sustainable energy careers and driving innovation to make a difference for our customers, our employees, and our planet.

Responsibilities

• Accurately process bi-weekly/monthly payroll for all employees, ensuring timely and correct payments.
• Manage all payroll-related tax matters, including setting up new states for withholding and unemployment and addressing all tax notices.
• Ensure adherence to state laws regarding payroll, including wage and hour regulations.
• Administer payroll deductions, including child support and employee wage garnishments, ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
• Prepare and distribute W-2 forms and 1095-C forms at year-end, ensuring accuracy and compliance with IRS guidelines.
• Assist the accounting department with payroll reports, inquiries, and reconciliation of payroll-related accounts.
• Address and resolve employee payroll concerns and questions in a timely and professional manner.
• Maintain and update payroll systems to improve efficiency and accuracy in payroll processing.
• Ensure all payroll processes are documented and maintain thorough records for auditing purposes.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices within the payroll function.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of payroll processing experience, with knowledge of payroll laws and regulations.
• Proficiency in payroll software and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels.
• Experience working in any payroll software is required; experience in UKG Pro is a plus.
• Knowledge of multi-state payroll processing is a plus.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• 401K with company matching portion.

Schedule

This is a full-time, in-office position at our Durham, NC headquarters.