Manager, Payroll

Corcept Therapeutics•Redwood City, CA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Payroll Manager will have a hands-on role in US, UK, and EMEA payroll operations. You will help manage the day-to-day payroll operations and drive continuous improvement within the function. This position will report to the Associate Director of Payroll. This is a hybrid role typically requiring on-site presence at least 3 days per week.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a Finance, Accounting related field or equivalent
5-7 years of experience in payroll or related field
Experience as payroll administrator, preferably Dayforce or an equivalent system such as ADP, Workday, or UKG
Experience with global payroll and international expansion
Experience with stock transactions (e.g. NQSO, ISO, RSU, ESPP) and an understanding of tax implications for each type
Experience with managing international payroll providers
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Nice To Haves

Having a growth mindset – Being professionally curious, learning new skills, and aiming to continuously improve
Excellent communication skills – ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with internal and external partners
Strong critical thinking, problem solving, and analytical skills
Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment; manage competing priorities and adhering to strict deadlines
Self-motivated, adaptable, able to work independently, and takes a proactive approach
Operate with a high level of integrity and professionalism with the ability to manage confidential employee data.
Working knowledge of account reconciliation and accounting principles
NetSuite experience a plus

Responsibilities

Responsible for accurate and timely processing of end-to-end US, UK, and EMEA payroll, including but not limited to new hires, terminations, salary adjustments, benefits, stock transactions, and other payroll-related changes
Ensure global compliance with all federal, state, and local payroll tax and labor law requirements
Manage payroll tax including but not limited to registrations for new jurisdictions, maintain login details, tax notices, amendments, etc.
Lead quarter-end and year-end payroll processes including tax reporting, compliance filings and W-2 and equivalent statement delivery
Serve as the payroll system expert by maintaining updates and integrations
Responsible for all aspects of payroll accounting, such as journal entries, account reconciliations, and other activities to support financial close and audits
Continuously improve all areas of payroll processes and procedures to drive efficiency, accuracy, and scalability
Drives the establishment and documentation of SOPs, policies, procedures, practices, and internal controls related to payroll processes
Serve as the go-to expert for payroll-related inquiries, resolving employee issues with urgency, accuracy and care
Maintain accurate payroll records and transactions in accordance with SOX requirements
Prepare periodic payroll reports for review by management, auditors, and third parties (e.g. worker’s compensation and 401k audit)
Participate in various ad-hoc projects and initiatives as needed by the business