OpenGov
Sr. Manager, Payroll
US | Georgia | Atlanta · Senior
Sponsorship not specified$165k-$183kDetected 7 days ago
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About the role
- This leader sets the long-term direction for payroll operations: documenting processes, strengthening controls, and improving systems and automation so payroll scales with the business before we add headcount.
- This is an in-office role in San Francisco, Chicago, Dallas, Atlanta, or Boston.
- This leader sets the long-term direction for payroll operations:
Responsibilities
- Own end-to-end payroll processing for the United States, ensuring every payroll is accurate, complete, timely, and compliant with federal, state, and local requirements
- Manage payroll tax compliance across all jurisdictions, including resolving compliance issues, processing adjustments and driving audits to completion in a timely manner with federal, state, and local authorities
- Manage quarterly and year-end employment tax reporting, including W-2, 1099, Form 940/941 filings, state and local returns
- Own payroll general ledger reconciliations and support month-end close in partnership with Accounting, and oversee payroll-related audits such as 401(k) and workers' compensation
- Design, document, and maintain payroll controls, including review and approval steps, reconciliations, checks for completeness and accuracy across spreadsheets and systems and keep the function ready for internal and external audits
- Supervise and develop the lead payroll specialist
- These solutions come together in the OpenGov ERP, allowing public sector organizations to focus on priorities and deliver maximum ROI with every dollar and decision in sync.
- Join a trusted team with the passion, technology, and expertise to drive innovation and bring AI to local government.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, or equivalent work experience
- 8+ years of US payroll experience, including 3+ years managing payroll staff, with in-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local employment requirements and multi-state payroll tax
- Hands-on experience with Workday Payroll and ADP SmartCompliance
- Exceptional attention to detail and a record of delivering accurate, complete payroll on tight deadlines, with proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets, including complex formulas and analysis of large datasets
- Ability to work in office in San Francisco, Chicago, Dallas, Atlanta, or Boston
- Experience designing payroll controls and supporting internal or external audits
- Experience improving payroll processes through automation while maintaining accuracy and control
- Experience in a SaaS or technology company, including integrating payroll for acquired companies
Nice to have
- On target ranges above include base plus a portion of variable compensation that is earned based on company and individual performance.
Compensation
- On target ranges above include base plus a portion of variable compensation that is earned based on company and individual performance.
- The final compensation will be determined by a number of factors such as qualifications, expertise, and the candidate's geographical location.
Benefits
- Comprehensive healthcare options for individuals and families
- Flexible vacation policy and paid company holidays
- Paid parental leave, wellness stipends, and HSA contributions
- Experience with equity compensation (RSU) payroll tax and reporting
- The role supervises our lead payroll specialist, works across Finance, Accounting, HR, Enterprise Applications & Engineering and Legal, and may expand over time to include equity administration.
Company info
- We are passionate about our mission to power more effective and accountable government.
- Our global team of 800+ employees is united in our commitment to challenge the status quo.
- OpenGov is the leader in AI and ERP solutions for local and state governments in the U.S. More than 2,000 cities, counties, state agencies, school districts, and special districts rely on the OpenGov Public Service Platform to operate efficiently, adapt to change, and strengthen the public trust.
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