Workday Payroll Leader, Compliance & Ops

EPT SPE LLC; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 123,000 - 153,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401k employer match

Job summary

Essex Property Trust is seeking a Senior Manager, Payroll to lead payroll operations across California and Washington, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance. You will manage bi-weekly payroll cycles, tax reporting, and vendor relationships in a high-volume environment, with a focus on internal controls and audit readiness.

The role emphasizes Workday Payroll expertise, SOX compliance, and continuous process improvements within a public company setting, with hybrid work in Irvine.

Qualifications

• Experience leading payroll operations and compliance in a public company environment.
• Strong knowledge of payroll taxes, garnishments, and audit support.
• Proven ability to implement process improvements and controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end payroll for CA and WA; Manage bi-weekly payroll cycles and related tax reporting.
• Oversee payroll accounting, reconciliations, and month-end close activities.
• Partner with HR, Finance, Legal, and external vendors; drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Payroll leadership

SOX compliance

Workday Payroll

Audits

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

Tools

Workday Payroll

Job description

Essex Property Trust is seeking a Senior Manager, Payroll to lead payroll operations across California and Washington, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance. You will manage bi-weekly payroll cycles, tax reporting, and vendor relationships in a high-volume environment, with a focus on internal controls and audit readiness.

The role emphasizes Workday Payroll expertise, SOX compliance, and continuous process improvements within a public company setting, with hybrid work in Irvine.