The Trade Desk is changing the way global brands and their agencies advertise to audiences around the world. How? With a media buying platform that helps brands deliver a more insightful and relevant ad experience for consumers –– and sets a new standard for global reach, accuracy, and transparency. We are proud of the culture we have built. We value the unique experiences and perspectives that each person brings to The Trade Desk, and we are committed to fostering inclusive spaces where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work every day.
So, if you are talented, driven, creative, and eager to join a dynamic, globally-connected team, then we want to talk!
What we do:
We’re seeking a strategic and detail-oriented Payroll Manager to lead our U.S. and Canada payroll operations. Reporting to the Senior Manager, this individual will oversee day-to-day payroll activities, guide a high-performing team, and ensure compliance across jurisdictions. The ideal candidate is proactive, self-directed, and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. They bring a deep understanding of payroll complexities, think creatively and cross-functionally, and set a high standard through hands-on leadership. If you’re passionate about delivering exceptional service and solving problems with precision, this is a great opportunity to make an impact.
What you'll do:
- Lead and manage the payroll team, overseeing end-to-end payroll operations for the U.S. and Canada.
- Drive team development through training, workload distribution, and performance management.
- Manage ad hoc projects and support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Ensure payroll accuracy and compliance with federal, state, and provincial tax laws, audits, and SOX controls.
- Oversee daily payroll activities including cash reconciliations, equity transactions, final pay, off-cycle entries, and complex scenarios such as shadow payroll, non-cash benefits, and global mobility equity.
- Lead quarter/year-end processes including audits and W-2 filings.
- Manage state tax registrations and maintain withholding and unemployment accounts across jurisdictions.
- Fulfill audit requests and support business partners through ad-hoc reporting and regular reconciliations.
- Oversee payroll inquiries and ServiceNow case resolution, ensuring timely and accurate responses.
- Deliver exceptional customer service across all internal and external touchpoints.
- Maintain and enhance payroll procedures and documentation.
- Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners to support operational excellence.
Who you are:
- 5+ years of payroll management experience, including 5+ years of leading and developing teams
- Expertise in Workday and international payroll platforms, including system integrations
- Advanced Excel skills (e.g., Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP) and a solid foundation in accounting principles
- Strong analytical thinking, sound judgment, and clear communication skills
- Exceptional attention to detail, with the ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment
- A proactive, self-directed mindset with a passion for continuous improvement
- Proven leadership in team development, delegation, and vendor management
- Commitment to delivering high-quality service and fostering a collaborative team culture
The Trade Desk does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm recruiters. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of The Trade Desk. The Trade Desk is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
CO, CA, IL, NY, WA, and Washington DC residents only: In accordance with CO, CA, IL, NY, WA, and Washington DC law, the range provided is The Trade Desk's reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may differ based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and location. All employees may be eligible to become The Trade Desk shareholders through eligibility for stock-based compensation grants, which are awarded to employees based on company and individual performance. The Trade Desk also offers other compensation depending on the role such as sales-based incentives and commissions. Plus, expected benefits for this role include comprehensive healthcare (medical, dental, and vision) with premiums paid in full for employees and dependents, retirement benefits such as a 401k plan and company match, short and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, well-being benefits, reimbursement for certain tuition expenses, parental leave, sick time of 1 hour per 30 hours worked, vacation time for full-time employees up to 120 hours thru the first year and 160 hours thereafter, and around 13 paid holidays per year. Employees can also purchase The Trade Desk stock at a discount through The Trade Desk’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
The Trade Desk also offers a competitive benefits package. Click here to learn more.
Note: Interns are not eligible for variable incentive awards such as stock-based compensation, retirement plan, vacation, tuition reimbursement or parental leave
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, The Trade Desk is committed to creating an inclusive hiring experience where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
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What We Do
The Trade Desk is changing the way global brands and their agencies advertise to audiences around the world. Our mission is to transform media for the benefit of humankind. Our media-buying platform helps brands deliver a more insightful and relevant ad experience for consumers — and sets a new standard for reach, accuracy, and transparency.
Why Work With Us
With up to 11 million queries per second and SLAs in the milliseconds, we’re tackling data and software
challenges at massive scale. While we’re growing fast, investing in our value based company culture remains one of our top priorities. If you’re talented, driven, and hungry to bring something entirely new and wildly ambitious, let's talk.
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