Payroll Manager

Role Overview

• Manage the full-cycle payroll process for U.S. employees, including data collection, processing, validation, and reporting
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations, including tax filings, wage and hour requirements, and reporting obligations
• Oversee multi-state payroll compliance, staying current on regulatory changes and proactively implementing updates as needed
• Serve as the primary administrator and subject matter expert for ADP Workforce Now, including configuration, troubleshooting, and process optimization
• Partner with HR and Finance teams to ensure accurate employee data, benefit deductions, 401(k) contributions, and general ledger alignment
• Manage payroll audits, reconciliations, and year-end processes (e.g., W-2s, state filings)
• Develop, document, and maintain payroll policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies in a timely and professional manner
• Support payroll-related projects, system enhancements, and process improvements

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience managing a payroll process from start to finish
• Proven experience managing payroll compliance across multiple U.S. states, including California
• Hands-on experience utilizing ADP Workforce Now
• Strong knowledge of U.S. payroll laws, tax regulations, and compliance requirements
• High attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion and integrity
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally

Benefits

• 💰 Competitive Reward & Pay – we recognise and value your contribution with fair and competitive rewards aligned to local market practices, designed to celebrate excellence and support long-term success.
• 🚀 Career Growth & Development – we believe development is ongoing, not annual. Through our Continuous Performance Management (CPM) process, which includes regular feedback and coaching, we help you refine your skills, celebrate your achievements, and plan for future success enabling you to reach your full potential.
• 🤝 Collaboration – be part of a cross-functional, global team that values sharing insights, ideas, and best practices to drive collective success.
• 🎓 Professional Development – we invest in you through ongoing training and learning programmes designed to expand your expertise and confidence.
• 🌴 Work-Life Balance – while we expect dedication to client success, we also value your wellbeing, offering flexible working arrangements and plentiful paid time off.
• 🎉 Community & Recognition – we celebrate our people through social and team-building events, recognise length of service and life milestones, and appreciate individual contributions through our Gravity Gratitude ‘kudos’ recognition programme.
• 👨‍👩‍👧 Family Support – we understand family matters and our people benefit from family-friendly policies such as parental leave, and access to wellbeing resources to help you balance work and family life.
• 🌱 Purpose & Belonging – we are committed to Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) principles, fostering a workplace where positive impact matters. Our people are encouraged to get involved in employee resource groups that champion wellbeing, sustainability and culture.