Reach over a billion daily users in mobile games. AppLovin helps consumer brands and gaming apps scale their business profitably.
About the role
AppLovin is looking for a driven Payroll Manager to own global payroll operations across the US and key international markets. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives on building compliance frameworks from the ground up, partnering cross-functionally, and making payroll run like infrastructure — accurate, on time, and scalable.
What they're looking for
- 6+ years of progressive payroll experience in a multi-country environment, at least 2 years in a lead or manager capacity
- Deep working knowledge of US payroll tax (federal, state, local) — multi-state is required, experience with CA, NY, or WA is a plus
- Proficiency with Workday HCM/Payroll or equivalent global processor, strong Excel/Google Sheets skills required
- Track record of managing payroll tax filings, year-end reconciliations, and statutory reporting across multiple jurisdictions simultaneously
- Experience processing equity-related payroll transactions (RSU, ESPP, NQ, ISO) in a public company environment
- Exceptionally detail-oriented with strong reconciliation instincts — you are comfortable building processes to detect errors before they become problems
More about this role
AppLovin makes technologies that help businesses of every size connect to their ideal customers. The company provides end-to-end advertising solutions for businesses to reach, monetize and grow their global audiences. For more information about AppLovin, visit: www.applovin.com .
To deliver on this mission, our global team is composed of team members with life experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives that mirror our developers and customers around the world. At AppLovin, we are intentional about the team and culture we are building, seeking candidates who are outstanding in their own right and also demonstrate their support of others.
AppLovin is looking for a driven Payroll Manager to own global payroll operations across the US and key international markets. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives on building compliance frameworks from the ground up, partnering cross-functionally, and making payroll run like infrastructure — accurate, on time, and scalable.
You will be the subject matter expert on payroll tax and statutory compliance across our primary geographies: United States, Singapore, Germany, Ireland, Cyprus, and Italy. You will manage vendor...
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