Senior Payroll Lead - Hybrid, Multi-State & Automation

Controller's Group, Inc.; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Controller's Group, Inc. is seeking a hands-on payroll professional to own end-to-end processing of domestic payroll in a hybrid San Francisco setting. You will work with ADP and HR to ensure accurate and timely payroll across multiple jurisdictions.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of multi-state payroll experience, strong Excel skills, and a proactive approach to process automation and control. Responsibilities include close processes, journal entries, audits, and providing payroll analytics

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field preferred.
• Certified Payroll Professional credential preferred.
• 7+ years of hands on multi state payroll experience required.
• Strong proficiency with ADP Workforce Now is required.
• Strong understanding of multi-state payroll laws and regulations required.
• Demonstrates ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end payroll processing for US employee populations, including full-time, part-time and international transfers.
• Review payroll transactions: salary changes, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and other earnings or deductions.
• Audit benefit premiums and 401K deposits; ensure accurate calculation of deductions.
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and yearly close processes and payroll account reconciliations.
• Prepare, review, submit, or adjust payroll entries for posting.
• Conduct payroll tax research across federal, state, and local levels.
• Manage audits for Workers Compensation, 401K Plan and other annual financial audits.
• Collaborate with ADP to ensure compliance with payroll laws and internal policy updates.

Skills

Strong communication

Independent worker

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Certified Payroll Professional credential

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Controller's Group, Inc. is seeking a hands-on payroll professional to own end-to-end processing of domestic payroll in a hybrid San Francisco setting. You will work with ADP and HR to ensure accurate and timely payroll across multiple jurisdictions.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of multi-state payroll experience, strong Excel skills, and a proactive approach to process automation and control. Responsibilities include close processes, journal entries, audits, and providing payroll analytics