Via is using technology to transform transportation around the world. From changing a single persons daily commute to reducing humanitys collective environmental footprint weve got huge goals.
As Payroll Manager, you will support & manage all aspects of the employee payroll process from preparation, records maintenance, monthly reporting, & ensuring compliance with applicable laws & payroll tax obligations. You will help shape the payroll function of a rapidly expanding organization both domestically & in new international markets.
What Youll Do:
- You will process semi-monthly payroll for Vias US subsidiaries. In doing so, you will work closely with the People Operations & Finance teams to ensure the complete, accurate, & timely processing of payroll changes.
- Liaise with managers to ensure timely review & approval of hourly employee time sheets.
- Work in tandem with our payroll provider to understand & address tax requirements for new jurisdictions, changes in wage & tax laws, & other regulatory changes that may impact Vias payroll. You will be the primary lead in setting up new & maintaining payroll tax accounts for Vias expansion cities & states.
- Perform periodic audits of the payroll system data to ensure accuracy of employees pay data.
- Design & implement process improvements & internal controls around the payroll process.
- Lead all aspects of the monthly financial reporting process as it relates to payroll. Prepare journal entries, reporting packages on employee headcount, variance analysis, & other payroll related information for internal & external reporting purposes.
- Work closely with Finance, Legal, & People Ops to identify service providers & support the implementation of new payroll systems & processes for new international markets.
- Resolve issues & answer payroll-related questions & requests in a timely manner
- In performing the above, exercise the highest degree of confidentiality relative to all payroll information & employee privacy initiatives.
Who You Are:
- Minimum of 5+ years of hands-on & multi-state payroll experience.
- Demonstrated knowledge & ability to interpret & apply taxation, withholding, & reporting requirements at federal, state,and local levels.
- Ability to perform payroll functions with minimum supervision & make independent decisions.
- Passionate about improving processes & developing innovative solutions.
- You dont shy away from the details, & youre committed to completing each task with the highest degree of accuracy.
- Tech savvy, with a strong understanding of the HRIS system landscape & advanced Microsoft Office Excel skills.
- Have demonstrated experience in partnering with internal teams & juggling multiple priorities.
- Have a flexible approach with proven skills in problem solving, judgment, critical thinking & attention to detail.
- Great written & oral communication skills with the ability to interact & communicate across different levels of our organization.
- Bachelors Degree in finance, accounting, and/or business related fields with a strong academic record.
- Prior experience with Workday & experience at a fast-growing startup would be a plus