Payroll Manager

Vast•Long Beach, CA

11d•$50,000 - $71,000•Onsite

About The Position

Vast is looking for a Payroll Manager, reporting to the Director, Finance, to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations. The Payroll Manager is a critical member of our growing Finance team. The Payroll Manager will oversee the organization's global payroll procedures, ensuring payroll is delivered timely, accurately, efficiently and in compliance with regulations. This will be a full-time, fixed-term position located in our Long Beach location.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field required
5+ years of payroll processing with multi-state experience required
In-depth understanding of payroll procedures, laws, taxes, and best practices

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with payroll software/ HRIS (e.g. Rippling) and MS Office
Experience with audit procedures, tax, and accounting practices is preferred
Strong interpretation of company policies and procedures in a multi-state payroll environment.
Ability to thrive at a startup where you will have the opportunity to help create and optimize key systems and processes
Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, time management and work prioritization
Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Ensures confidentiality and controls access to sensitive information
Strong sense of accountability and integrity with excellent written and verbal communication skills
Aerospace manufacturing experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Manage all payroll deadlines and monthly, semi-monthly, bi-weekly payroll tasks
Ensure compliance with applicable laws and payroll tax obligations
Coordinate timekeeping and payroll systems
System maintenance support including new hire set up, tax form processing, local tax set up, timekeeping input, termination processing, garnishment processing, and verification of employment.
Collaborate with Human Resources (HR) and accounting teams
Oversee processing of payroll changes (e.g. new hires, terminations, raises) and system upgrades
Manage workflow to ensure all payroll transactions are processed accurately and timely
Understand state and federal new hire, leave of absence, and termination laws
Produce audit reports, audit registers, and other reporting inquiries
Resolve issues and answer payroll-related questions
Provide support to any project related activities from Finance and HR