Payroll Supervisor

K2 Space•Los Angeles, CA

4h•$100,000 - $140,000

About The Position

K2 is building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown, unlocking performance levels previously out of reach across every orbit. Backed by $450M from leading investors including Altimeter Capital, Redpoint Ventures, T. Rowe Price, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Alpine Space Ventures, and others – with an additional $500M in signed contracts across commercial and US government customers – we’re mass-producing the highest-power satellite platforms ever built for missions from LEO to deep space. The rise of heavy-lift launch vehicles is shifting the industry from an era of mass constraint to one of mass abundance, and we believe this new era demands a fundamentally different class of spacecraft. Engineered to survive the harshest radiation environments and to fully capitalize on today’s and tomorrow’s massive rockets, K2 satellites deliver unmatched capability at constellation scale and across multiple orbits. With multiple launches planned through 2026 and 2027, we're Building Bigger to develop the solar system and become a Kardashev Type II (K2) civilization. If you are a motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and you're excited about contributing to the success of a groundbreaking Series C space startup, we’d love for you to apply. The Role The Payroll Supervisor is responsible for overseeing and executing accurate, timely payroll processing for both hourly and salaried employees. This role ensures compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, manages payroll operations and controls, and serves as a subject-matter expert for payroll-related questions. You will drive process improvements, and partners with HR, Finance, and management to ensure seamless payroll operations. This role will report to the Head of Finance & Accounting.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
5+ years of payroll experience, including experience with both hourly and salaried payroll
Previous supervisory or lead experience preferred
Strong knowledge of payroll laws, tax regulations, and wage and hour compliance; particularly California
Experience with payroll and timekeeping systems
High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and confidentiality
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Nice To Haves

Experience working with Rippling
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)
Space industry or aerospace experience
Strong experience in organizations with high-level regulations and compliance

Responsibilities

Supervise and process payroll for hourly and salaried employees, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance
Review and approve payroll calculations, including wages, overtime, bonuses, commissions, and deductions
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations (including tax filings and wage/hour requirements)
Oversee payroll tax filings, reconciliations, and year-end processes (e.g., W-2s)
Manage and maintain payroll systems, timekeeping systems, and related data
Resolve payroll discrepancies, employee inquiries, and escalated issues in a timely and professional manner
Develop, document, and enforce payroll policies, procedures, and internal controls
Partner with HR on new hires, terminations, benefits deductions, and leave management
Collaborate with Finance on payroll reporting, audits, and general ledger reconciliations
Identify opportunities for process improvements and increased efficiency within payroll operations
Undertake additional tasks and responsibilities as required to meet business demands