Payroll Manager jobs in Oakland, CA

Everlaw’s mission is to promote justice by illuminating truth. Our company culture is open and vibrant and we’re committed to the professional growth of our team members, offering an annual learning and development stipend and regular check-ins with managers regarding career goals. If you’re looking for a place that values passion, integrity, thinking big, and a desire to learn, we’d love to hear from you! Think you’re missing some of the skills and are hesitant to apply? We do not believe in the ‘perfect’ candidate and encourage you to apply if you feel you can bring value to our team.

We is looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to oversee and manage our company's payroll processes. The ideal candidate will have at least 7 years of experience in payroll processing with at least 2 in a supervisory/management role, and come with a strong understanding of payroll regulations, compliance, and best practices. The Payroll Manager will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing while maintaining confidentiality and integrity.

Getting started

• We want you to feel like part of the team early on! Our onboarding process will integrate you into the company with informative sessions on our product, policies, processes, and team structure and goals.
• We’re excited for you to learn, grow, and contribute right away! We trust that you’ll bring experience and knowledge that will uplift and uplevel the team, but we don’t expect you to know everything on Day 1.

In your role, you'll...

• Oversee the end-to-end payroll process, including but not limited to, payroll processing, tax compliance, and benefits administration.
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll for all employees, including salary payments, deductions, and bonuses.
• Review and reconcile payroll data to ensure accuracy and compliance with company policies and regulations.
• Collaborate with HR and finance teams to ensure alignment of payroll processes with overall business objectives.
• Stay updated on payroll regulations and compliance requirements and implement necessary changes to ensure adherence.
• Handle payroll inquiries and issues from employees, providing timely and effective resolution.
• Generate payroll reports and analytics to support business decision-making and financial reporting.
• Lead and mentor the payroll team, providing guidance and support to ensure high performance and professional development.

About you

• You have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• You have at least 7 years of progressive experience in payroll, with at least 2 years of experience managing/supervising a team, preferably in a fast-paced environment.
• You possess strong knowledge of payroll regulations, tax laws, and compliance requirements.
• You have hands-on experience with payroll software/systems (e.g., ADP, Paylocity) and proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• You have excellent attention to detail, analytical skills, and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• You have communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• You are a proven leader with the ability to mentor and develop a team.
• If you possess a Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation, that is a plus!
• If you have experience with implementing a payroll system, that is a plus!

Benefits

• The expected salary range for this role is between $125,000 and $155,000. The final offered salary will be dependent upon many factors including the candidate’s experience and skills. The base pay range is subject to change in the future.
• Equity program401(k) retirement plan with company matching
• Health, dental, and vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts for health and dependent care expenses
• Paid parental leave and approximately 10 days (80 hours) per year of sick leave
• Seventeen paid vacation days plus 11 federal holidays
• Membership to Modern Health to help employees prioritize mental health and wellness
• Annual allocation for Learning & Development opportunities and applicable professional membership dues
• Company-sponsored life and disability insurance
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Perks

• Work in Uptown Oakland, just steps from the BART line and dozens of restaurants and walking distance to Lake Merritt 
• Flexible work-from-home days on Tuesdays and Fridays
• Monthly home internet reimbursement
• Enjoy a wide variety of snacks and beverages in the office
• Bond over company-wide out-of-the-box events and fun activities with your team
• Time off for company-sponsored volunteer events and 4 paid hours per quarter to volunteer at a charitable organization of your choice
• Take advantage of learning and career development opportunities 
• Ranked #9 on Glassdoor's Best Places to Work 2023 for US small and medium companies
• One of Wealthfront’s 2021 Career Launching Companies, and ranked #2 on the “2022 Bay Area Best Places to Work” list by the San Francisco Business Times and the Silicon Valley Business Journal
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