Senior Payroll Manager

Impinj•Seattle, WA

1d•$113,900 - $160,800•Hybrid

About The Position

In this role, you'll join Impinj's Finance & Accounting organization to lead a small but dedicated Payroll team. You'll serve as the subject matter expert for all things payroll — from day-to-day processing to complex equity transactions and global compliance. You'll collaborate with Human Resources and team members across departments to ensure our employees worldwide are paid accurately and on time. This role offers meaningful ownership and visibility, with direct engagement with external auditors and leadership on process improvements and compliance.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent experience
5 years of payroll experience, including oversight of domestic and foreign payroll
Management experience
Ability to build strong working relationships with colleagues across the organization
Deep knowledge of payroll compliance, tax laws and complex employee benefit programs impacting payroll
Knowledge of taxable and non-taxable earnings and expenses
Excellent understanding of equity related transactions
Experience managing and documenting payroll controls for compliance with SOX
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Attention to detail and organization
Demonstrated integrity and professionalism
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
General accounting skills, including journal entries, reconciliations, and analysis
Ability to handle multiple tasks, set priorities, and meet deadlines in a high-volume, fast paced environment

Responsibilities

Oversee all aspects of domestic and foreign payroll management including routine payroll processing, tax and benefits compliance and reporting, and SOX compliance
Partner with Human Resources to facilitate the accurate and timely processing of payroll, including benefit deductions, leaves of absence, employee changes, etc.
Oversee the preparation of domestic payroll and payroll related reports, including governmental and regulatory filings
Manage and guide a small Payroll Team of one employee
Own responsibility for foreign payroll processing with outside service organization, including review and journal entries associated with monthly foreign subsidiary reporting package
Manage and oversee stock-based compensation processing in payroll, including option exercises, RSUs and ESPP for proper income reporting and tax withholding
Monitor compliance with applicable federal, state, local laws, and regulations
Liaise with external auditors and manage payroll related audit questions
Analyze payroll processes and controls, identify efficiencies, drive change, and manage priorities
Monitor employee inquiries and ensure that all inquiries are promptly and appropriately resolved
Assist in other areas of accounting as necessary