Payroll Manager

PrizePicks

Payroll Manager overseeing payroll administration, ensuring compliance and accuracy for PrizePicks. Managing payroll processes and collaborating with HR and Finance teams.

Posted 5/5/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $110,000 - $130,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

C++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage and process payroll for all employees across multiple states/jurisdictions in a timely and accurate manner.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws, tax regulations, and reporting requirements.
Oversee payroll system functionality, upgrades, and integrations with HRIS, accounting, and benefits systems.
Maintain payroll records and ensure data accuracy, confidentiality, and integrity.
Manage year-end activities, including W-2s, 1099s, and other required filings.
Respond to employee payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies in a professional and timely manner.
Collaborate with HR and Finance teams on compensation and benefits programs as they relate to payroll.
Develop and maintain payroll policies, procedures, and controls to improve efficiency and mitigate risks.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or related field (or equivalent experience).
5+ years of payroll experience, with at least 2 years in a payroll management or supervisory role.
Strong knowledge of federal and state payroll laws and regulations, with the ability to support a growing organization with a footprint in 30+ states.
Experience with UKG Ready strongly preferred
Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with accounting principles.
Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) certification preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Company-subsidized medical, dental, & vision plans
401(k) plan with company match
Annual bonus
Flexible PTO to encourage a healthy work/life balance (2 weeks STRONGLY encouraged!)
Generous paid leave programs, including 16-week paid parental leave and disability benefits
Workplace flexibility and modern work schedules focused on getting the job done, not hours clocked
Company-wide in-person events and team outings
Lifestyle enhancement program
Company equipment provided (Windows & Mac options)
Annual performance reviews with opportunities for growth and career development

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Hard Skills & Tools

payroll managementfederal payroll lawsstate payroll lawstax regulationsdata accuracyW-2 processing1099 processingadvanced Excelaccounting principlespayroll policies

Soft Skills

attention to detailproblem-solvingorganizational skillscommunication skillsinterpersonal skills

Certifications

Bachelor’s degreeCPP (Certified Payroll Professional)