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Payroll Manager

HaystackDenver, COL5 SeniorOctober 28th, 2026
This employer is a software company seeking a Payroll Manager to shape its payroll operations during a global expansion. Reporting to the Controller, the role suits a proactive, detail-oriented problem solver who thrives in a startup environment.
The Role:
  • Maintain, review and validate data for US, Canadian and UK payrolls plus employer-of-record payrolls, and process final paychecks, adjustments and special pay.
  • Maintain compliance with federal, state, local and global payroll laws, audit payroll tax records and lead the annual 401(k) and workers' compensation audits.
  • Prepare payroll journal entries, reconcile payroll data against financial records and run monthly flux analysis on payroll-related accounts.
  • Process and approve employee expense reports and manage the company travel platform.
  • Administer payroll and HRIS systems, collaborate with People and Finance on hires, terminations and salary changes, and answer employee payroll queries.
What You'll Need:
  • A BS in Finance, Accounting or a related field and 6+ years of relevant experience in a SaaS or startup environment.
  • Proven experience as a Payroll Manager or similar, with a strong understanding of payroll procedures and global tax regulations.
  • Familiarity with account reconciliation and general ledger maintenance; Google Sheets and Excel proficiency preferred. What's On Offer
  • Base salary of $125,000 – $150,000, depending on experience.
  • Generous equity with an employee-friendly stock programme, and unlimited PTO.
  • Home office, co-working and internet stipends, full benefits coverage, up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave and an annual development allowance. Apply via Haystack today!