Senior Payroll & Equity Manager (Multi-State)

East West Bank; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

East West Bank, headquartered in California, is seeking a Senior Payroll Manager to lead the payroll function. This role requires deep knowledge in U.S. payroll operations and equity compensation.

The ideal candidate will manage full-cycle payroll processing and ensure compliance with regulations, as well as administer equity compensation programs.

The base pay for this role ranges from USD $150,000 to $200,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of payroll experience, including leadership responsibility.
• Experience integrating equity platforms into payroll processes.
• Strong analytical and reconciliation skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee full-cycle payroll processing across multiple states.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Lead payroll audits, reconciliations, and quarterly/year-end activities.

Skills

U.S. payroll tax laws and regulations

Payroll systems such as Workday

Equity compensation and stock administration

Excel skills

Detail-oriented

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, HR, or related field

Tools

Workday

ADP

UKG

Job description

East West Bank, headquartered in California, is seeking a Senior Payroll Manager to lead the payroll function. This role requires deep knowledge in U.S. payroll operations and equity compensation.

The ideal candidate will manage full-cycle payroll processing and ensure compliance with regulations, as well as administer equity compensation programs.

The base pay for this role ranges from USD $150,000 to $200,000 annually.