Own full-cycle U.S. and international payroll processing across multiple clients, including international payrolls managed through EOR providers
Serve as the internal payroll subject matter expert, partnering closely with HR and Accounting/Finance client leads to support payroll operations across the client portfolio
Manage payroll platforms including Gusto, Justworks, Rippling, ADP, TriNet, Deel, or similar systems
Ensure accurate processing of wages, bonuses, commissions, and deductions
Manage multi-state payroll compliance, tax filings, and year-end reporting (W-2s, 1099s)
Reconcile payroll reports, benefit invoices, and payroll-related GL accounts
Partner with accounting teams to support month-end close activities, including payroll accruals and related reporting
Support payroll-related equity compensation processing, including tax withholding and reporting for employee stock programs
Support payroll setup and termination processing for new hires and departing employees, including prorated pay, final pay, and payroll deductions
Coordinate payroll-related benefits deductions and ensure accurate employee and employer contribution processing for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plans
Maintain payroll procedures, internal controls, and process improvements to support scalable payroll operations

5+ years of U.S. payroll experience, including multi-state payroll
Strong knowledge of payroll taxes, wage laws, and compliance requirements
Experience with payroll systems (Gusto, Justworks, Rippling, Deel, Sequoia One or similar)
Advanced Excel skills (lookups, pivots, data validation, reconciliation workflows)
Proven experience with payroll reconciliations and audit support
Experience supporting payroll operations across multiple clients, entities, or business units
High attention to detail and accuracy
Experience managing international payrolls through EOR platforms such as Deel or Remote
Excellent organizational and client communication skills

Payroll Operations Manager

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