Manager, Payroll Administration

Location: California

About Altais:

Altais includes a network of physician-led organizations across California, including Brown & Toland Physicians, Altais Medical Group Riverside, and Family Care Specialists. Together, we’re building a stronger, more connected healthcare system.
** About the Role
** We’re a collaborative, purpose-driven group that’s passionate about transforming healthcare from the inside out. At Altais, we support one another, adapt quickly, and work with integrity as we build a better experience for physicians and their patients.

The Manager of Payroll is responsible for overseeing the organization’s payroll operations, ensuring accurate and timely processing of employee compensation in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. This role leads the payroll team, manages payroll systems, and partners with HR, Finance, and IT to support seamless payroll delivery and reporting. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented leader with strong technical expertise, a commitment to compliance, and a focus on continuous improvement.
** You will focus on:
**** Payroll Operations
*** Manage end-to-end payroll processing for all employees, including regular, bonus, and off-cycle payments.
* Ensure accurate calculation of wages, deductions, benefits, and taxes.
* Oversee payroll schedules, approvals, and funding processes.
** Compliance & Controls
*** Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations.
* Maintain internal controls and audit readiness for payroll processes.
* Stay current on regulatory changes and implement necessary updates.
** Systems & Reporting
*** Administer payroll systems and coordinate upgrades or integrations with HRIS and financial platforms.
* Develop and maintain payroll reports and dashboards for Finance and HR leadership.
* Ensure data accuracy and integrity across payroll systems.
** Team Leadership & Collaboration
*** Supervise and develop payroll staff, providing coaching and performance feedback.
* Collaborate with HR, Benefits, and Finance teams to ensure alignment on compensation, benefits, and reporting.
* Serve as a point of escalation for complex payroll issues and employee inquiries.
** Process Improvement
*** Identify and implement process improvements to enhance payroll accuracy, efficiency, and employee experience.
* Lead automation initiatives and system enhancements.
* Support cross-functional projects related to compensation, compliance, and workforce planning.
** The Skills, Experience & Education You Bring
*** Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field required.
* Minimum 5–7 years of payroll experience, including 2+ years in a supervisory or managerial role.
* Experience with multi-state payroll and payroll tax compliance.
* Familiarity with payroll systems and HRIS platforms.
* Workday Payroll software experience required
** Base Salary**$89,250 - $107,100 /yr
** You Share Our Mission & Values:
**** Compassion
* * We act with empathy and a deep respect for the challenges faced by physicians and their patients. Our work is driven by a genuine commitment to improving lives and ensuring that care is delivered with dignity, understanding, and humanity.
** Community
* * We foster a culture of collaboration--with physicians, patients across the healthcare ecosystem, and among our teams. By building strong, trusted relationships, we create a unified community focused on advancing patient care and physician well-being.
** Leadership
* * We lead with integrity and vision, setting the standard for excellence in physician support and healthcare innovation. Through collaboration and expertise, we empower others to lead, drive change, and shape the future of care.
** Excellence
* * We are relentlessly focused, results-driven, and accountable for delivering measurable value to physicians and the patients they serve. Our high standards reflect our commitment to excellence, operational discipline, and continuous improvement.
** Agility
* * We embrace change as a constant and respond swiftly to the evolving needs of the healthcare industry. With flexibility and forward-thinking, we adapt, innovate, and act decisively to keep physicians at…