Payroll Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Manage and oversee the payroll functions within the organization.

• Ensure timely, accurate payroll processing that adheres to government regulations.

• Develop, maintain, and evaluate payroll processing systems.

• Administer salaries, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and other deductions.

• Handle payroll updates, including new employee onboarding, terminations, and changes in pay rates.

• Prepare and keep precise payroll transaction records and reports.

• Offer guidance and training to managers and employees on payroll, timekeeping, and related procedures.

• Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws as well as best practices.

• Assist in audits by providing necessary records and documentation to auditors.

• Identify opportunities for improvements in payroll software, systems, and procedures.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field is required.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

• Strong skills in Excel.

• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication abilities.

• Self-motivated and able to work independently.

• Capability to manage multiple priorities.

• Highly organized.

• Proactive with a focus on creating a positive experience for others.

• Strong entrepreneurial mindset.

• Experience with UKG Pro/WFM is required.

• A minimum of 3–5 years of payroll experience, particularly in a multi-state/multi-unit environment with complex states like California.

• Substantial experience managing a large volume of hourly and part-time employees, including shift differentials and overtime.

• In-depth knowledge of payroll preparation, balancing, internal controls, and payroll taxes.

• Experience managing sensitive and confidential information related to the organization, department, and performance.

• Exceptional organizational skills and strong attention to detail.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

• Effective supervisory and leadership skills.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical insurance.

• Dental insurance.

• Vision insurance.

• Life, Accident, and Disability Insurance.

• 401K Retirement Plans.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

• Employee Wellness Program.

• Commuter Benefits.

• Shoes for Crews Reimbursement.

• Paid Time Off, including Vacation, Sick Days, Holidays, Elective Holidays, Bereavement Leave, Parental Bonding, Volunteer Day, and Jury Duty.

• Employee Discounts for Theme Parks, Theaters, Sporting Events, Movies, and more.