Lead and mentor a remote payroll team, fostering professional growth and maintaining a high standard of accuracy.
Ensure the accurate and timely payment of all employees while maintaining 100% compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations.
Manage the registration of new state and local tax accounts in Rippling as the company hires in new jurisdictions.
Navigate state-specific payroll mandates, including "Convenience of the Employer" rules, reciprocity agreements, and mandatory remote-work stipends or disability programs (PFL/SDI).
Partner with the Assistant Controller to reconcile bi-weekly payroll runs against the General Ledger in Deltek Vantagepoint.
Manage the year-end process, including W-2/W-2c generation and accurate reporting of taxable fringe benefits.
Act as the primary point of contact for external auditors regarding payroll, workers’ compensation, and 401(k) plan audits.
Own the 401(k) compliance cycle, including ADP/ACP, 415(c), and Top-Heavy testing.

Requirements

7+ years in payroll, with 3+ years in a management role.
Direct experience with a 100% remote, multi-state workforce is required.
Proficiency in managing payroll and benefits on the Rippling platform (Rippling is strongly preferred).
Experience with labor distribution, project codes, and ERP integration (Vantagepoint is strongly preferred).
Strong knowledge of 401(k) discrimination testing mechanics and IRS compensation definitions.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business.
CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) is a significant plus.

Benefits

Choice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP w/ HSA option)
Flex spending accounts (FSA)
Dental and vision plans
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits extended to spouse / domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26
401k with company match and self-directed brokerage account option
PTO including additional paid time off during the last week of the year
Company paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
Short and long-term disability, AD&D coverage
Professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement and professional licensing assistance
Paid parental leave after one year of employment

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

payroll managementtax complianceW-2 generation401(k) complianceIRS compensation definitionslabor distributionproject codesERP integrationbi-weekly payroll reconciliationremote-work stipends

Soft Skills

leadershipmentoringprofessional growthcommunicationorganizational skillsaccuracycollaborationproblem-solvingattention to detailauditing

Certifications

Certified Payroll ProfessionalBachelor’s degree in AccountingBachelor’s degree in FinanceBachelor’s degree in Business