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Payroll Manager

Wealthfront · Palo Alto, CA · Hybrid

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About the role

Wealthfront is seeking a Payroll Manager to join our Finance & Accounting team and help build scalable infrastructure to support a dynamic, high-growth organization. This role will be assisting with end-to-end payroll operations, partnering closely with Accounting, Finance, Human Strategy, Legal, and external advisors.

What they're looking for

  • 4-6 years of relevant experience in payroll or related accounting/finance roles
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, CPA preferred
  • Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, internal controls, and compliance requirements
  • Hands-on experience with payroll systems (e.g., Namely/ADP/Dayforce preferred)
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, NetSuite, Bill.com, and Expensify (or similar systems)
  • Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to communicate clearly at all levels of the organization
More about this role

Wealthfront is seeking a Payroll Manager to join our Finance & Accounting team and help build scalable infrastructure to support a dynamic, high-growth organization. This role will be assisting with end-to-end payroll operations, partnering closely with Accounting, Finance, Human Strategy, Legal, and external advisors.

Reporting to the Senior Manager of Accounting, you will play a critical role in ensuring accuracy, compliance, and operational excellence across the payroll function. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, solutions-driven, and energized by improving processes in a fast-paced environment.

  • Responsible for timely and accurate processing of the semi-monthly payroll, including the upload of payroll data, maintenance of personnel records, and processing of complex deductions such as levies and garnishments
  • Responsible for all equity-related payroll tasks, including the taxation of stock options, RSUs, and ESPP. Lead the payroll processing for tax mobility to ensure compliance with varying tax jurisdictions
  • Work closely with our payroll provider to ensure accurate tax returns. Prepare and review payroll and tax amendments, auditing the work performed by the payroll...

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