Senior Program Manager, People Operations

Anduril Industries

Senior Program Manager ensuring operational excellence in payroll, compensation, and compliance systems. Partnering with leadership and teams to implement robust solutions at Anduril Industries.

Posted 7/14/2026full-timeRemote • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $129,000 - $171,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in program management for payroll operations and compliance, with a strong focus on SOX compliance, security controls, and multi-state payroll processing. Proven ability to drive operational excellence and manage complex initiatives while ensuring data integrity and audit readiness.

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SOX CompliancePayroll ProcessingHCM Systems (Workday, ADP)Security Controls ImplementationProject Management

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Hard Skills

Payroll OperationsCompensation AdministrationData Integrity ValidationControl Design and TestingAccess ManagementTax ComplianceWage and Hour LawsCompensation BenchmarkingProcess DocumentationChange Management

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsAttention to DetailCommunication SkillsInterpersonal Skills

Industry Keywords

Human ResourcesFinanceComplianceAudit SupportData Privacy Protocols

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own program management for payroll, compensation, and compliance system implementation from end-to-end, defining a solution to implementation.
Drive operational excellence in payroll processing.
Oversee end-to-end payroll processing and compensation administration as part of a year-long HCM implementation, ensuring data integrity audit readiness, and compliance across multi-state and multi-entity payroll operations.
Own and maintain SOX compliance controls related to payroll and compensation processes, including documentation, testing, remediation, and continuous monitoring of key controls.
Partner with Internal Audit, Finance, and external auditors to prepare for SOX audits, control testing, and evidence gathering.
Design and implement security controls for sensitive people data, including access management, segregation of duties, data privacy protocols, and system security configurations.
Develop and maintain comprehensive process documentation, standard operating procedures, and control matrices for all compliance activities.
Act as subject matter expert and liaison to Finance, Legal, Security, and external partners on compliance matters.
Drive change management initiatives related to system upgrades, process changes, and new control implementations.

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years of proven and progressive experience in program management for core people processes like payroll operations, compensation administration, and HR compliance, with at least 2+ years managing complex programs or leading initiatives.
Strong hands-on experience with SOX compliance, including control design, testing, documentation, and audit support.
Demonstrated experience implementing and maintaining security controls in HR/payroll systems, including access management and data privacy protocols.
Deep knowledge of multi-state payroll processing, tax compliance, wage and hour laws, and compensation regulations.
Strong proven experience with enterprise HCM and payroll systems (Workday, ADP, or similar platforms).
Technical proficiency with system configurations, reporting, and data integrity validation.
Experience with pay equity analysis, compensation benchmarking, and equity administration.
Exceptional analytical skills with keen attention to detail and ability to identify control weaknesses and remediation opportunities.
Strong project management capabilities with ability to manage multiple complex initiatives simultaneously.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to translate technical compliance requirements for diverse audiences.
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Retirement plans
Paid time off
Flexible work arrangements