Payroll Manager

We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to lead payroll operations for a growing workforce in Seattle, Washington. This position is responsible for delivering accurate, timely pay for salaried and hourly employees while maintaining strong financial controls, reliable reporting, and compliance with payroll regulations. The role also partners closely with accounting and finance to support reconciliations, month-end close activities, and payroll-related analysis.

Responsibilities:

• Direct the full payroll cycle for exempt and non-exempt employees, completing thorough reviews and approvals before each payroll is finalized.

• Verify earnings, overtime, premium pay, on-call compensation, and deductions with a strong focus on accuracy and error prevention.

• Record payroll-related journal entries and ensure month-end payroll data is posted correctly and on schedule within NetSuite.

• Reconcile payroll registers, benefit deductions, and general ledger activity during each pay period, investigating and resolving discrepancies promptly.

• Act as the primary resource for employee and manager payroll questions, handling escalated issues with professionalism and clear communication.

• Lead payroll system implementation and migration efforts by coordinating vendors, managing testing, maintaining project timelines, and supporting organizational adoption.

• Create, refine, and document payroll procedures, policies, and internal controls while overseeing external payroll and timekeeping partners.

• Maintain complete and organized payroll documentation, support monthly account reconciliations, and collaborate with accounting during close processes.

• Prepare payroll tax filings, year-end reporting, quarterly state labor reports, and audit support materials while safeguarding confidential payroll and financial information.

The salary range for this position is $100,000 to $130,000.

Benefits:

Medical/Dental/Vision - 100% paid for employee

401k with match, plus stock options

160 hours PTO

6 paid holidays plus week off between Christmas and New Year

• Proven experience managing full-cycle payroll for both salaried and hourly employees.
• Background overseeing multi-state payroll operations and related compliance requirements.
• Hands-on proficiency with ADP Workforce Now.
• Experience processing payroll for organizations with more than 500 employees.
• Strong knowledge of payroll taxes, year-end reporting, wage and hour rules, and payroll accounting practices.
• Ability to prepare reconciliations, journal entries, and payroll-related financial reporting accurately.
• Demonstrated success improving payroll processes, strengthening controls, and resolving complex payroll issues.
• High level of discretion when handling sensitive employee and financial information.