Payroll Manager

Payroll Manager in Westlake Village, Ca

About the role

We are a publicly traded company looking for an experienced Manager of Payroll & Stock Administration to join our Finance and HR Operations team. This is a hands-on role with real scope — you'll own two high-stakes, high-visibility functions where accuracy and compliance are non-negotiable, while collaborating across HR, Finance, Legal, and external vendors.

What you'll own

Payroll

• Manage end-to-end U.S. payroll processing for all employees, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance
• Administer payroll systems and manage relationships with external payroll providers
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage, tax, and reporting requirements
• Reconcile payroll-related accounts (wages, taxes, benefits, deductions) and support audits
• Lead payroll process improvement initiatives, controls, and documentation

Equity administration

• Administer employee equity plans including stock options, RSUs, and ESPP
• Manage the full grant lifecycle — issuance, vesting, exercises, and settlements
• Maintain accurate equity records and coordinate with transfer agents and external vendors
• Support SEC filings, tax reporting, and all related regulatory compliance requirements
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee equity questions and communications

Compliance & cross-functional partnership

• Ensure SOX compliance and maintain strong internal controls across both functions
• Support regulatory filings including W-2s, 1099s, and Form 4s
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, Accounting, Legal, and IT teams
• Provide subject matter expertise on all payroll and equity-related matters

What we're looking for

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, HR, or a related field
• 6–8 years of hands-on experience in payroll and/or equity administration
• Deep knowledge of U.S. payroll regulations, tax compliance, and reporting requirements
• Direct experience administering equity compensation programs including stock options and RSUs
• Strong analytical skills and exceptional attention to detail
• Experience with Paycor payroll software

Preferred

• Experience in a publicly traded company with SOX exposure
• Familiarity with payroll and equity systems such as Paycor, E*TRADE, or Computershare
• CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) or CEP (Certified Equity Professional) certification

Who thrives here

• You take full ownership of your work and hold yourself to a high standard in regulated processes
• You partner effectively across functions and communicate clearly with stakeholders at all levels
• You don't just maintain the status quo — you actively look for ways to streamline and improve
• You're committed to delivering a seamless, transparent experience for employees

Details:

Location: Westlake Village, CA

Pay: $120-$130K Bonus equity

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Vacation, 401k