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On-site expectations may evolve over time to support business needs, with clear communication provided in advance.\n\nJOB DESCRIPTION\nLocation Requirement\nThis position is open only to candidates who can work in one of the following approved locations:\nLos Angeles, CA (West LA office)\nJob Summary\nThe Payroll Manager is responsible for overseeing the payroll processing operations. Ensuring employees are paid accurately, on time and in compliance with all legal and company policies. The ideal candidate will possess a process improvement mindset and will also need to stay current with changes in the law and ensure compliance with federal and state payroll tax requirements. This is a hands-on role that will require serving as a backup for the payroll administrator.\nThis position serves as the subject matter expert for Workday Payroll and will partner closely with Total Rewards, Finance, HRIS, and external payroll vendors to ensure seamless payroll operations and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate brings extensive experience managing multi-state payroll environments, with deep hands-on expertise in Workday payroll processing and administration.\nKey Responsibilities\nLead the end-to-end processing of on-cycle and off-cycle payrolls for a workforce of ~1,000 employees, including salaried and hourly populations across multiple states.\n\nServe as the Workday Payroll subject matter expert, ensuring accurate payroll configuration, processing, reconciliation, and reporting.\n\nDocuments payroll processes and procedures.\n\nOversee payroll schedules, validation procedures, and payroll audits to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing.\n\nReview and validate payroll data including timesheets, earnings, deductions, bonuses, taxable fringe benefits and adjustments and process time sensitive 401(k) and HSA funding.\n\nMeets all government reporting requirements for payroll taxes, withholding and employer contributions.\n\nResearches and solves payroll issues independently.\n\nResponsible for all payroll accounting month-end, quarter-end, and year-end processes, including journal entries, payroll account reconciliations and ensure accurate payroll postings to the general ledger.\n\nCompletes special implementation projects as needed.\n\nParticipates in audits of internal records and assists in preparing documentation for internal and external auditors.\n\nProcesses and responds to Wage Garnishment orders.\n\nCoordinates third party payroll system implementations and upgrades.\n\nProvides customer service to employee population regarding pay, system access, direct deposit, etc.\n\nPerforms other duties as needed.\n\nRequired Qualifications\n5+ years of relevant payroll experience\n\nExpert knowledge of US payroll regulations, tax laws and compliance\n\nExcellent organizational skills and time management skills with a high level of attention to detail\n\nSolution driven, ability to troubleshoot and provide new ideas for change as appropriate\n\nAbility to work on complex problems of diverse scope and with general instruction on new assignments\n\nStrong interpersonal skills and ability to partner with internal and external teams\n\nPreferred Qualifications\nBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field\n\nExperience with Workday strongly preferred\n\nCPP Certification strongly preferred\n\nADP Smart Compliance experience\n\n**Ability to work in the U.S. without sponsorship**\n**Ability to meet the location requirement outlined above**\nPOSITION TYPE\nRegularPAY RANGE\nThe targeted base salary for this position is $81,200 to $121,800 per year. The final compensation will be determined by a number of factors such as qualifications, expertise, and the candidate’s geographical location.\nWe’re Here to Support You-Accommodations Upon Request\nGreen Dot is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible hiring experience for all candidates. If you require a reasonable accommodation during any part of the application or interview process, we encourage you to let us know. We will work with you to meet your needs in a way that respects your privacy and ensures equal opportunity. Our goal is to support every applicant in showcasing their talents and potential.\nWork Authorization Requirement\nAt Green Dot Corporation, we value diversity and strive for fair and inclusive hiring practices. However, we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment, without the need for current or future sponsorship.\nImportant Notice on Application Accuracy\nWe value integrity in our hiring process. Please ensure that all information provided in your resume and application is accurate and authentic. 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