Payroll Manager

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. Own regular and off-cycle U.S.

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeRemoteMid-LevelSenior💰 $3,200 - $3,600 per monthWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in U.S. payroll processing, particularly with Rippling, and possesses strong knowledge of multi-state payroll regulations, tax requirements, and payroll discrepancies resolution. Exhibits exceptional attention to detail and strong communication skills for effective employee interaction.

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U.S. Payroll ProcessingRippling Payroll SoftwareMulti-State Payroll ManagementPayroll Tax CompliancePayroll Discrepancy Resolution

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Hard Skills

Payroll ProcessingPayroll ReconciliationCalifornia Overtime RulesTax Withholding ManagementW-2/1099 ProcessingExcel SkillsGoogle Sheets SkillsPayroll ReportingBenefits AdministrationGarnishments Management

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailCommunication SkillsCustomer Service SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsIndependence

Tools & Technologies

Rippling

Industry Keywords

Payroll TaxesEmployee Payroll QuestionsFinal Pay RequirementsState RegistrationsPayroll Audits

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own regular and off-cycle U.S. payroll processing in Rippling
Validate payroll inputs, including new hires, terminations, compensation changes, bonuses, deductions, and reimbursements
Administer and reconcile contractor payments
Coordinate payroll and bonus processing for employees engaged through EOR partners
Validate EOR payroll calculations and reconcile invoices and statements against internal records
Manage multi-state payroll requirements, including tax withholding, overtime, final pay, state registrations, tax notices, filings, and reconciliations
Administer benefits deductions, garnishments, retirement contributions, and other payroll deductions
Maintain accurate payroll and employee data in Rippling and troubleshoot configurations, reports, workflows, and records
Investigate payroll discrepancies, identify root causes, and drive issues through resolution
Serve as the primary contact for employee payroll questions
Support payroll-related audits, census requests, and benefits or insurance reviews
Manage year-end payroll activities, including W-2/1099 processing, annual reconciliations, and related tax requirements
Build and maintain payroll SOPs and controls and improve accuracy, efficiency, and audit readiness
Report to the VP of Finance and partner with Finance, HR, Accounting, employees, and external payroll partners

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of payroll experience, including at least 3 years directly administering U.S. payroll
Hands-on experience processing payroll in Rippling
Experience managing multi-state U.S. payroll; California and/or New York experience strongly preferred
Hands-on experience applying California overtime rules, tax exemptions, and state final-pay requirements
Strong knowledge of U.S. payroll taxes, wage deductions, federal and state requirements, and off-cycle payroll
Experience independently investigating and resolving payroll discrepancies
Strong Excel or Google Sheets skills, particularly for reconciliations and payroll reporting
Strong numerical reasoning and exceptional attention to detail
Professional fluency in spoken and written English
Strong communication and customer-service skills for handling sensitive employee payroll questions
Ability to work independently, manage recurring deadlines, and take ownership in a fast-paced environment