Payroll Manager

LHH; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Healthcare coverage (100%)]

Commuter benefits

Fitness reimbursement

Work from home stipend

120 hours paid vacation

80 hours sick leave

15 holiday days

Job summary

LHH is partnering with a respected organization in San Francisco to recruit a Payroll Manager who will oversee payroll operations and compliance, lead a high-performing team, and collaborate with accounting and finance to ensure accurate financial reporting. This role emphasizes attention to detail and a proactive approach to regulatory changes.

Ideal candidates will have extensive payroll leadership experience within mid-to-large organizations, strong communication skills, and deep knowledge of

Qualifications

• Experience managing payroll operations and compliance in a mid-to-large organization.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• In-depth knowledge of payroll systems, tax regulations, and compliance frameworks.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise payroll and compliance staff, ensuring timely and accurate payroll processing.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations and internal policies.
• Partner with accounting and finance teams to align payroll with financial reporting and audits.
• Monitor and improve internal controls related to payroll and compliance.
• Stay informed on changes in payroll laws and compliance standards, and implement necessary updates.

Skills

Leadership

Payroll operations

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Analytical thinking

Tools

Payroll software

Job description

LHH is partnering with a respected and stable organization in San Francisco to find a skilled Payroll Manager . This is an exciting opportunity to lead a high-performing team while ensuring compliance and accuracy across payroll operations and financial processes.

About the Role:

As the Payroll Manager , you will oversee payroll compliance and operations, supervise staff, and collaborate closely with the accounting and finance departments. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented leader who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about maintaining high standards in both compliance and payroll accuracy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and support payroll and compliance staff, ensuring timely and accurate payroll processing.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations and internal policies.
• Partner with accounting and finance teams to align payroll with financial reporting and audits.
• Monitor and improve internal controls related to payroll and compliance.
• Stay informed on changes in payroll laws and compliance standards, and implement necessary updates.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience managing payroll operations and compliance, preferably in a mid-to-large organization.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• In-depth knowledge of payroll systems, tax regulations, and compliance frameworks.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.

What's in It for You:

• Bonus
• 100% coverage for healthcare
• Commuter benefits, fitness reimbursement, work from home stipend
• 120 hours paid vacation and 80 hours sick leave as well as 15 holiday days
• Supportive culture with a focus on work-life balance
• Long-term stability and growth opportunities

Interested in leading a critical function at a company that values your expertise?

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