Payroll Manager

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We are seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to take ownership of our payroll processes and ensure accurate federal and state compliance filings. You will report to the Senior Director of Accounting and be a key liaison between Finance, Human Resources, and outside service providers to ensure collaborative and successful cross-team initiatives. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and welcomes the opportunity to make a difference in building accurate and timely payroll processes.

Payroll Manager Job Responsibilities:

• Ensure timely, accurate, and compliant processing of all payroll transactions and related tax and benefit compliance

Transactions include standard salaries, commissions, sales awards, on call pay, stock option calculation payouts, monthly employee award and recognition programs, taxation, severance, leave of absence, new hire compliance, terminations (knowledge of final-pay state laws), bonuses, and any special payments as deemed appropriate

• Process and review bi-weekly and off-cycle payroll in North America (US and Canada)

• Maintain compliance for Federal, Provincial, Multi-State, City/Local wages and hourly compliance, jurisdiction set-up, calculation, reporting, and remittances
• Review all incoming mail and emails regarding Federal and State payroll tax status and issues and resolve as needed
• Work directly with the Tax Manager to provide payroll information for surveys & tax reporting
• Maintain accurate and complete payroll records for internal and external purposes
• Monitor and implement modifications to the payroll solution (ADP) configuration, including design, testing, and training for any new payroll requirements or features
• Communicate all payroll matters with employees
• Responsible for all month-end payroll-related journal entries and reconciliations
• Facilitate all year-end tax reporting
• Lead the workers’ compensation audits and assist with the 401(k) and financial statement audits

Requirements:

• 5+ years of payroll experience, including multi-state experience
• Extensive knowledge of US and Canadian payroll compliance standards
• Extensive knowledge and experience with ADP payroll processing system
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external partners, including ADP and jurisdictional authorities
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with multiple departments
• Ability to  problem solve and work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Ideal candidates will also possess the following:

• US Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation
• Broad appreciation of benefit administration
• Background in Accounting and Human Resources
• Experience in international payroll filings and compliance

We are an organization that embraces innovation and the potential of AI to enhance our processes and improve our work. We are always looking for individuals who are open to learning new technologies and collaborating with AI tools to achieve our goals.

Acquia is proud to provide best-in-class benefits to help our employees and their families maintain a healthy body and mind. Core Benefits include: competitive healthcare coverage, wellness programs, take it when you need it time off, parental leave, recognition programs, and much more! 

Acquia is an equal opportunity (EEO) employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veterans status or any other protected status or characteristic under federal, state or local law unrelated to the ability to perform the job.

Interested residents of Colorado may contact [email protected] as it relates to regulation C.R.S. § 8-5-201. Information regarding benefits are linked here.