Senior Payroll Manager

LHH; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in San Francisco is seeking a Senior Payroll Manager to lead a team of three in ensuring accurate payroll processing and compliance. This full-time role offers a hybrid work environment, combining office and remote work. The ideal candidate will have over a decade of payroll experience and a strong understanding of payroll regulations across multiple states.

Benefits

401k retirement plan

medical insurance

dental insurance

vision insurance

paid vacation

holidays

sick time

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years in payroll management, with at least 5 years in a supervisory role.
• Proven experience handling multi-state payroll.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage end-to-end payroll processing for employees across multiple states.
• Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local payroll regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Attention to Detail

Compliance Knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

ADP

Paychex

MS Office

Job description

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Are you a payroll expert with a passion for precision and leadership? LHH Recruitment Solutions is thrilled to present an exciting opportunity for a Senior Payroll Manager with our esteemed client in the vibrant city of San Francisco, CA. This full-time, direct hire role offers a fantastic hybrid work environment—3 days in the office and 2 days remote.

Why You'll Love This Role:

As our Senior Payroll Manager, you'll lead a talented team of three, ensuring seamless payroll processing for our diverse workforce. You'll be the go-to expert for payroll compliance, record accuracy, and audit assistance. With over a decade of payroll experience, your organizational prowess will shine in this pivotal role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Master Payroll Operations: Oversee and manage end-to-end payroll processing for employees across multiple states, ensuring every payroll run is accurate and timely.
• Precision in Payments: Calculate and review wages, bonuses, overtime, and deductions, with a keen eye on state-specific tax considerations.
• Compliance Champion: Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local payroll regulations and tax laws.
• Leadership Excellence: Lead and mentor a team of three payroll professionals, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations.
• Workflow Wizard: Coordinate team workflows and manage task delegation to meet payroll deadlines and swiftly address any issues.
• Collaborative Culture: Foster a collaborative and high-performance environment within the payroll team.
• Stay Informed: Maintain up-to-date knowledge of payroll legislation and regulatory changes in all states where the company operates.
• Audit Ace: Conduct internal audits to ensure accuracy and compliance with payroll policies and regulations.
• System Savvy: Oversee the payroll system, ensuring data accuracy and system efficiency.
• Process Pro: Implement and monitor payroll processes and procedures to streamline operations and enhance accuracy.

What We're Looking For:

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 10 years in payroll management, with at least 5 years in a supervisory role.
• Multi-State Mastery: Proven experience handling multi-state payroll, with a deep understanding of varying state regulations and tax laws.
• Tech-Savvy: Proficiency in payroll software (e.g., ADP, Paychex, or similar) and MS Office, particularly Excel.
• Compliance Knowledge: Strong knowledge of payroll compliance, tax laws, and best practices.
• Leadership Skills: Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Detail-Oriented: A commitment to accuracy and confidentiality.
• Certification: Certification in payroll (e.g., Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)) is preferred.

Perks and Benefits:

• Comprehensive Benefits: 401k retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Support Programs: Employee assistance program, parental leave programs.
• Time Off: Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time.

If you're ready to take your payroll career to the next level and thrive in a dynamic, supportive environment, we want to hear from you! Apply today for this exciting Senior Payroll Manager opportunity in San Francisco, CA.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Human Resources

• Industries

  Human Resources Services and Accounting

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