Payroll Manager

Ready to own payroll from top to bottom and build something best in class? This is a high-visibility role inside a fast-paced organization where payroll is viewed as strategic, not transactional.

You will take full ownership of multi-cycle payroll operations across the US and International while helping modernize processes for long-term scale.

• Lead end-to-end payroll processing across US semi-monthly, US bi-weekly, and International monthly cycles
• Serve as system administrator for the payroll platform
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of earnings, deductions, benefits, and tax reporting
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and international regulations
• Manage bonus calculations and tracking, including complex variable comp structures
• Oversee year-end payroll activities, including W-2, 1099, and related reporting
• Prepare and validate annual compensation statements
• Develop and maintain payroll documentation, policies, and internal controls
• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and improve scalability
• Partner closely with HR and Finance on onboarding, offboarding, and reporting
• Act as the go-to resource for payroll-related questions

• 4+ years of progressive payroll experience, including full ownership and management of the payroll
• Advanced Excel skills
• Experience managing multiple payroll cycles
• Familiarity with equity and incentive compensation programs
• High level of discretion and comfort handling confidential data
• Detail-oriented, organized, and proactive mindset

Direct hire role with a well-capitalized firm located in the Galleria area. In the office 4 days per week.

Competitive compensation plus bonus, fully employer-paid medical coverage, 401k match, family forming support, paid parental leave, annual technology stipend, and catered lunches.

If you enjoy building processes, tightening controls, and running payroll like a well-oiled machine, let’s talk.