Payroll Manager

Robert Half - Goleta, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Goleta, CA

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Payroll Manager position at Robert Half involves supporting a publicly traded client in a 3-month remote engagement. The role focuses on delivering timely and accurate payroll close cycles while identifying and executing improvements within the payroll process. The payroll team is responsible for processing bi-weekly payroll for 1,500 employees across the US, with a mix of hourly and salaried staff. The ideal candidate will demonstrate ownership, analytical skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly payroll and maintain internal controls to ensure compliance with established procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Review and prepare manual adjustments to payroll for new hires and terminations.
• Research and set up tax jurisdictions for payroll tax filing in new states as needed.
• Identify areas for improvement in payroll processes.
• Provide prompt, friendly, and efficient customer service to employees with payroll inquiries and field audit requests.
• Assist with 401k and workers' compensation audits, ensuring compliance with controls.

Requirements

• Experience with ADP Workforce Now (strongly preferred).
• Experience managing payroll for both hourly and salaried employees across multiple states, with international payroll experience (India preferred).
• Knowledge of Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), withholdings, taxes, and manual processes for leave of absence.
• Superior attention to detail and thorough self-review is essential.
• Strong communication skills and a customer service orientation are key for this role.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) plan