At Bloom Energy, our vision for a world powered by clean, reliable, and affordable energy is more than just a dream—we’re making it reality.
For over two decades, we’ve been at the forefront of the global energy transition, pioneering solutions that empower critical industries to thrive in a rapidly digitizing, energy-intensive world. From revolutionizing power for AI-driven data centers to ensuring resilience for hospitals, electric grids, manufacturing facilities, and utilities, our solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) and solid oxide electrolyzer (SOEC) technologies are redefining what’s possible by delivering energy abundance for all. With more than 30,000 fuel cell modules deployed worldwide, we are the trusted partner for Fortune 100 companies and innovators alike. Our cutting-edge solutions enable unparalleled “time-to-power” capabilities, reliability, and sustainability, ensuring our customers remain ahead in a world where soaring energy demand and intensifying energy scarcity are rapidly becoming the new norm.
At Bloom, we thrive on collaboration, bold thinking, and relentless innovation. We believe that, together, we can create a brighter, more sustainable future while tackling the most pressing challenges of the 21st century.
We are looking for a Payroll Manager to join our team in one of today’s most exciting technologies. This role will report to our Senior Payroll Manager and based in San Jose, CA. This is a fully on-site, in office role 5 days a week.
Key Responsibilities:
Payroll Operations
- Lead and execute end-to-end payroll processing (bi-weekly, weekly, and/or monthly) for multi-state U.S. employees (global exposure a plus)
- Review and approve payroll registers, variance reports, and reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness
- Oversee off-cycle payrolls, including terminations, bonuses, and adjustments
- Manage payroll-related aspects of equity compensation (e.g., RSUs, ESPP, stock options)
Compliance & Regulatory Management
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local payroll tax laws and wage and hour regulations
- Manage payroll tax filings and coordinate with external providers as applicable
- Administer 401(k) contributions, audits, and compliance requirements
- Lead and support internal and external payroll audits, ensuring strong controls and documentation
Systems & Process Optimization
- Serve as system owner for payroll platforms (e.g., ADP, Workday), ensuring optimal configuration and performance
- Identify, design, and implement scalable processes and automation to improve efficiency and reduce risk
- Partner with HRIS, Finance, and IT teams on system integrations, enhancements, and data integrity
- Maintain and continuously improve payroll procedures, controls, and documentation
Employee Experience & Support
- Act as point of contact for complex payroll inquiries, ensuring timely and accurate resolution
- Partner closely with HR to ensure accuracy of employee data impacting payroll (hires, terminations, comp changes)
- Build trust through clear communication and consistent, error-free payroll delivery
Reporting & Financial Partnership
- Prepare and analyze payroll reports (e.g., headcount, labor costs, variance analysis)
- Support month-end and year-end close activities, including accruals, reconciliations, and audit schedules
- Partner with Finance on payroll forecasting and expense management
Collaboration
- Collaborate cross-functionally with HR, Finance, Legal, and IT
- Contribute to payroll strategy, including scaling operations to support company growth and potential expansion
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 5+ years of progressive payroll experience, including multi-state U.S. payroll
- Strong knowledge of U.S. payroll tax laws, wage and hour regulations, and compliance requirements
- Demonstrated experience managing payroll audits, reconciliations, and controls
- Hands-on experience with payroll and HRIS systems (e.g., ADP, Workday, UKG)
- Advanced Excel skills (e.g., PivotTables, XLOOKUP, data analysis and validation)
- High attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- Proven ability to manage confidential information with discretion
- Continuous improvement mindset with experience in process optimization or automation (Lean/Six Sigma a plus)
- Strong collaboration and communication skills across functions and levels
Nice to Have
- Experience with global payroll or multi-country expansion
- Equity compensation experience in a public company
- Experience in a high-growth or scaling organization
Bloom Energy is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We are committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. All qualified applicants, will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability. Bloom Energy makes reasonable accommodations, consistent with applicable laws, for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified applicant or employee with a disability, who can perform the essential job functions, unless undue hardship would result.
At Bloom Energy, we are committed to supporting the well-being of our employees and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees includes competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans with a large employer contribution, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, generous Mental Health Support services, Legal services, virtual Physical Therapy access, and Fertility & Family Forming benefits.
Bloom Energy is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices.
FULL TIME ROLE ONLY: The total compensation for this position includes standard company benefits and is based on various factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience.
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Salary Ranges:$104,200.00 - $149,800.00Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
- 5+ years of progressive payroll experience, including multi-state U.S. payroll
- Strong knowledge of U.S. payroll tax laws, wage and hour regulations, and compliance requirements
- Demonstrated experience managing payroll audits, reconciliations, and controls
- Hands-on experience with payroll and HRIS systems (e.g., ADP, Workday, UKG)
- Advanced Excel skills (e.g., PivotTables, XLOOKUP, data analysis and validation)
- High attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- Proven ability to manage confidential information with discretion
- Continuous improvement mindset with experience in process optimization or automation (Lean/Six Sigma a plus)
- Strong collaboration and communication skills across functions and levels
Bloom Energy Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Bloom Energy and has not been reviewed or approved by Bloom Energy.
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Healthcare Strength — Current job postings describe comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with a large employer contribution, plus mental‑health support, fertility/family‑forming benefits, virtual physical therapy, and legal services. Company materials link to Collective Health and Kaiser, indicating established plan options.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — An Employee Stock Purchase Plan and equity awards are offered, providing accessible ownership opportunities that can enhance total compensation.
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Retirement Support — Recent postings and filings indicate a 401(k) with company match has been added, marking a clear improvement over earlier periods without matching.
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Bloom Energy empowers businesses and communities to responsibly take charge of their energy. The company’s leading solid-oxide platform for distributed generation of electricity and hydrogen is changing the future of energy. Fortune 100 companies around the world turn to Bloom Energy as a trusted partner to deliver lower carbon energy today and a net-zero future. For more information, visit www.bloomenergy.com. The Bloom Energy Server is a distributed electric power solution built for the digital age and capable of delivering highly reliable, uninterrupted, 24x7 constant power that is also clean and sustainable. Bloom’s unique on-site power generation systems are among the most efficient on the planet, providing significantly reduced operating costs and producing dramatically lower greenhouse gas emissions. By generating power where it is consumed, Bloom Energy offers increased electrical reliability and improved energy security, providing a clear path to energy independence. Some of the largest companies in the world trust Bloom Energy to provide their businesses with clean, reliable and resilient energy. Bloom’s customers include many Fortune 100 companies and leaders in manufacturing, data centers, healthcare, retail, higher education, utilities, and other industries. The company, headquartered in San Jose, California, is growing quickly and looking to add to its dynamic team. Stay up to date with Bloom Energy through our social channels.
