# Payroll Manager at Wealthfront

- Company: Wealthfront
- What the company does: Backed by Index.
- Company website: http://wealthfront.com/
- Type: Startups
- Level: Senior
- Location: Palo Alto, CA
- Work setup: Hybrid
- Pay: $120K to $142K base salary per year (USD)
- Posted: 2026-03-18
- Apply by: 2026-10-08
- Apply: https://jobs.lever.co/wealthfront/3710214a-c789-4025-a31b-5a1da02a28aa
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/wealthfront-payroll-manager/

## 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

Tags: Accounting