Payroll administrator jobs in Santa Rosa, CA - 73 jobs

Who are we? Our mission is to scale intelligence to serve humanity. We're training and deploying frontier models for developers and enterprises who are building AI systems to power magical experiences like content generation, semantic search, RAG, and agents. We believe that our work is instrumental to the widespread adoption of AI. We obsess over what we build. Each one of us is responsible for contributing to increasing the capabilities of our models and the value they drive for our customers. We like to work hard and move fast to do what's best for our customers. Cohere is a team of researchers, engineers, designers, and more, who are passionate about their craft. Each person is one of the best in the world at what they do. We believe that a diverse range of perspectives is a requirement for building great products. Join us on our mission and shape the future! Why This Role: Cohere seeks a Payroll Manager to own and scale our global multi-country payroll operations across North America, Europe, and APAC. In this role you will be responsible for ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing as we continue to grow rapidly across jurisdictions. You will partner closely with Finance, People, Legal, and regional external providers to build a global payroll function. This is an opportunity for a hands‑on, detail‑oriented payroll leader who thrives in a high‑growth environment, is comfortable navigating ambiguity, and can design scalable processes that support a distributed workforce. In this role you will manage: Payroll Operations Own end‑to‑end payroll processing for all global entities and employee populations, including full‑time employees, contractors, and international transfers. Ensure timely and accurate payroll cycles (bi‑weekly, semi‑monthly, monthly) across multiple jurisdictions. Validate payroll inputs (compensation changes, bonuses, commissions, benefits, leave, etc.) and review calculations. Oversee payroll reconciliations and perform monthly payroll‑related close activities (payroll‑related journal entries, accruals, and variance analyses). Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll queries from employees and internal stakeholders. Systems & Process Optimization Lead process improvements to increase accuracy, scalability, and automation of payroll workflows. Partner with People Ops to transition and modernize our global HRIS and payroll systems including platform implementation. Develop and maintain robust documentation, including global playbooks, country‑level SOPs, and integration maps to support future scale. Act as a subject‑matter expert for payroll system integrations with other platforms (e.g., accounting software, benefits administration). Implement and monitor KPIs to measure payroll process efficiency and accuracy. Compliance & Controls Ensure compliance with local tax regulations, and statutory reporting requirements across supported countries. Maintain and enhance internal controls over payroll, including segregation of duties, approvals, documentation standard. Manage audits (financial, tax, and internal) requiring payroll support. Stay current on global payroll legislation changes and coordinate implementation of required updates. Conduct periodic internal audits and risk assessments to identify control gaps. External Vendor Management Manage relationships with global payroll providers, PEOs, and local in‑country partners. Evaluate vendor performance and partner on RFP efforts with Procurement. This career opportunity may be a good match for you if you have: 6-10 years of progressive payroll experience. 3+ years of experience managing global payroll across multiple countries. CPP, CPA, or similar certification. Expertise in US and Canadian payroll compliance. Experience with EMEA/APAC payroll jurisdictions is a strong plus. Strong understanding of payroll accounting, including payroll accruals, reconciliations, and month‑end close processes. Proven experience implementing or upgrading payroll systems and process improvements. Deep attention to detail, high ownership, and an ability to operate in a fast‑paced, scaling environment. Excellent communication skills and comfort interacting with colleagues at all levels. If some of the above doesn't line up perfectly with your experience, we still encourage you to apply! We value and celebrate diversity and strive to create an inclusive work environment for all. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to providing equal opportunities. Should you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please submit an Accommodations Request Form, and we will work together to meet your needs. Full‑Time Employees at Cohere enjoy these Perks: 🤝 An open and inclusive culture and work environment 🧑💻 Work closely with a team on the cutting edge of AI research 🍽 Weekly lunch stipend, in‑office lunches & snacks 🦷 Full health and dental benefits, including a separate budget to take care of your mental health 🐣 100% Parental Leave top‑up for up to 6 months 🎨 Personal enrichment benefits towards arts and culture, fitness and well‑being, quality time, and workspace improvement 🏙 Remote‑flexible, offices in Toronto, New York, San Francisco, London and Paris, as well as a co‑working stipend ✈️ 6 weeks of vacation (30 working days!) #J-18808-Ljbffr

Jewish Family and Children's Services (JFCS) has served the San Francisco Bay Area for 175 years. We offer world-class services to support individuals and families across all stages of life, including adoption, mental health, senior care, disability services, financial assistance, Holocaust education, and youth development. Our mission and work are rooted in Jewish values, and we serve people of all faiths and backgrounds. Seniors At Home offers a wide range of services to help older adults live safe, healthy, and independent lives, including home care, personal assistant services, companionship, and specialized dementia and palliative care. We provide the Bay Area's leading continuum of care for aging adults. POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Business Office Manager, the Payroll and Billing Coordinator provides administrative support for the payroll and billing operations for Seniors At Home, with 60-70% of the role focused on payroll‑related responsibilities. This includes assisting with weekly payroll preparation and data entry, reviewing and verifying weekly time and attendance records, identifying and resolving discrepancies, and responding to payroll questions in a timely and professional manner. The role helps ensure accurate, compliant, and efficient payroll processing in coordination with HR and Finance. In addition to payroll responsibilities, the Payroll and Billing Coordinator also supports client billing and insurance submission activities, assists with revenue‑related data entry and basic reconciliations, and provides general business office and administrative support for the SAH program and JFCS headquarters. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay Range: $25.00 - $28.00 per hour (depending on experience) Employment Type: full‑time, non‑exempt position with benefits Employer 403(b) retirement match plus additional employer contribution (subject to eligibility) Cafeteria benefits plan that lets you customize coverage to fit your needs, with options like health insurance, FSAs, retirement plans, and wellness programs 16 holidays (10 federal and up to 6 Jewish holidays), annually 3 weeks of vacation and 2 weeks of sick leave, annually ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Reviews and processes weekly timesheet data for approximately 250 homecare workers and personal assistants, ensuring accurate recording of work hours at the appropriate pay and bill rates Works closely with Staffing Coordinators, Homecare Managers, HR Representatives/Payroll team, homecare workers, and personal assistants to reconcile all payroll questions or discrepancies, ensuring that all payroll‑related issues are addressed in coordination with the HR Business Partner and that responses are provided as directed by the HR Business Partner and the Business Office Manager In coordination with the Business Office Manager, works with department supervisors and homecare staff to improve compliance with billing procedures, including but not limited to: incomplete timesheet data, unverified client visits, billing and pay rates, opening and closing of paperwork Assists with the preparation of invoices for all client charges across Seniors At Home program components Manages billing for long‑term care insurance, including pulling invoices, preparing weekly care logs, coding and reconciling invoices, and ensuring compliance with insurance processes Generates payroll and billing reports for interdepartmental communication or processing (e.g., stipend reports, training reports, billing and payroll dashboards) and prepares additional monthly and quarterly reports as requested by the Business Office Manager JOB QUALIFICATIONS: High School diploma or equivalent required; Associate's Degree in Business, Communication, or related is strongly preferred A minimum of 3 years of full‑time experience in payroll processing in a high‑volume, detail‑oriented environment Hands‑on experience with basic billing or invoicing process Experience with database management or data tracking systems preferred Basic knowledge of California payroll practices and wage‑and‑hour requirements, including overtime, meal/rest periods, and accurate timekeeping, or the ability to learn these quickly with guidance Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) is required Experience with CRM platforms, and/or case management software preferred All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, including minorities, women, veterans, and disabled individuals. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status. JFCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr

The BBSI Payroll Specialist position is a key member of the business unit team that consults on a broad range of organizational and management areas. The primary objective of the Payroll Specialist is to process perfect and timely payrolls for around 60-80 clients with a variety of pay periods, pay cycles, and payroll complexities. Additionally, the Payroll Specialist will work closely with clients to understand their payroll and accounting systems and processes to help identify and recommend process improvements. The successful candidate must demonstrate strong business acumen and possess an entrepreneurial spirit with a genuine desire to proactively and consistently deliver value to our clients and internal teams. This position reports to the Area Manager and works in partnership with other positions within the business unit, branch and corporate office. Duties and Responsibilities Run high volume perfect and timely on- and off-cycle payrolls (800+ employees) for multiple client companies Become an expert in new client onboarding, BBSI payroll, CRM (Salesforce), timekeeping and HRIS systems. Identify systems options to achieve better results for clients and BU members Perform on-site client payroll training, HRP web training and use of all feature functionalities relevant to client Become subject matter expert on client data including turnover, ongoing or seasonal headcount fluctuations, time & attendance, building payroll bridges, import & export requirements, prevailing wages, job costing, certified payroll, standard & custom reporting requirements of client companies Desired Skills and Experience Minimum 5 years of payroll experience - ideally in a multi-client, fast-paced, demanding environment Strong client service orientation and superb customer service skills Demonstrated experience in process improvement and streamlining - within prior role or department Experience as a bookkeeper or accountant desirable Must be self-driven to succeed and help drive success for our business owners Knowledge of wage and hour laws and taxability of wages. Exposure to workers' compensation claims management helpful. Effective communicator with individuals at all levels within an organization Professional appearance and demeanor; excellent verbal and written communication skills Exceptional time management skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team setting, with minimal supervision Systems experience including proficiency in MS Office, particularly Outlook, Excel and Word. Experience in CRM, Citrix preferred, HRP software experience a big plus Associate's degree preferred; advanced degree is a plus CPP or FPC designation highly preferred MS Office experience Approximately 10% of time to be spent out of the office (local travel within 50 miles of office) for client visits and onsite training For Individuals with these requirements, this position offers at a minimum: The stability of working for a publicly traded, growth-oriented company Phenomenal work environment where we work hard, have fun, promote growth and development, and build great relationships with solid business professionals Opportunity to impact the success and growth of client companies and BBSI Knowledge that you are working for a results-oriented organization Experience interacting with professionals in multiple industries Salary and Other Compensation: The starting income range for this position is $28.00-$39.00 hourly. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography, skills, education, experience, certifications and other qualifications of the candidate. This position is also eligible for incentive pay in accordance with the terms of the Company's plan. Benefits: The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, health savings account, flexible savings account, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, accidental death and dismemberment, life insurance, voluntary life insurance, voluntary disability insurance, voluntary accident, voluntary critical care, voluntary hospital indemnity, legal, identity & fraud protection, commuter benefits, pet insurance, employee stock purchase program, and an employee assistance program. Paid Time Off: 40 hours of paid sick leave annually (additional sick/front loading/accrual, if any, based on state or regional requirements); vacation accrues up to 80 hours in the first year, up to 120 hours in years 2-4, and up to 160 hours in the fifth year; 6 paid holidays annually, 4 paid volunteer days annually. Diversity and Inclusion are critical parts of our corporate culture. BBSI strives to create a workplace where everyone feels included and empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work, and is treated fairly. BBSI is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. If you meet the above requirements, we welcome the opportunity to learn more about you. For more information, visit us at www. bbsi.com Please apply via this posting and not by contacting our local or corporate offices. 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Payroll Specialist I The Payroll Specialist I plays a key role in supporting the Payroll and HR functions by assisting with payroll processing, report creation, and data entry within the Time and Attendance/Payroll systems. This position also collaborates with the accounting team on General Ledger (GL) coding, cost center updates, audit support, mileage reimbursement, and other administrative tasks as assigned. The ideal candidate is detail oriented, highly organized, and comfortable working in a fast paced, multisite environment. Duties and Responsibilities Payroll Support Collaborate with the Payroll Supervisor and Payroll Specialist II to ensure timely and accurate wage payments. Serve as backup for the Payroll Specialist II during absences. Audit timesheets, identify discrepancies, and work with field staff to resolve issues related to hours worked or wage payments. Assist with processing salary adjustments, wage garnishments, and manual checks. Support HR Specialists with Leave of Absence compensation processing. Prepare and distribute payroll reports as needed. Onboarding, Employee Changes, and Separations Partner with the Payroll Specialist II to enter new hire information and set up employee timesheets. Assist with processing status changes, salary increases, bonuses, and other updates within the payroll system. Support the termination process, including updating the Time and Attendance/Payroll system and mailing termination materials when required. Time & Attendance / Payroll System Management Help maintain and update the Time and Attendance/Payroll systems. Assist the Payroll Supervisor with agency-wide reporting needs. Respond to report requests from accounting and field leadership. GL Coding, Cost Center Work & Mileage Reimbursement Work with Accounting to maintain accurate GL and cost center coding for payroll systems. Manage mileage reimbursement processes, including uploading employee data and cost center ranges. Coordinate yearend updates to GL codes and cost centers across payroll and mileage systems. Assist Recruitment and Onboarding teams with adding cost center and GL code templates (including WCC and EEOC codes) into the applicant tracking/onboarding systems. Create the annual mileage reimbursement calendar aligned with the payroll schedule. Administrative Complete special projects or tasks as assigned. Assist the Payroll Supervisor with organizational reporting needs. Respond to report requests from accounting and field staff. Qualifications Minimum Requirements Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or equivalent accounting experience. 2-3 years of payroll experience in a professional environment. Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office; advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, Vlookups) required. Experience using HRIS and payroll systems. Ability to work effectively with staff at all levels while maintaining confidentiality. Exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities. Flexible and adaptable in response to changing needs or deadlines. Must meet all state-required conditions for employment in a licensed community care setting (e.g., fingerprint clearance, Child Abuse Index clearance, TB/health screening, valid driver's license, and clean driving record). Preferred Qualifications Experience working in a nonprofit, social services, or mission driven environment. Background supporting payroll functions across multiple sites or locations. Physical Demands & Work Environment Work environment is typically quiet and remains within OSHA safety guidelines. Must be able to use a computer and office equipment for extended periods (up to 40 hours per week). Must be able to lift or carry up to 10 lbs, retrieve files from shelves, and operate basic office tools and controls. Must be able to safely operate a vehicle for occasional work-related tasks.

As a Payroll Accountant, you will be a key player in our Finance & Accounts Division. Your responsibilities will include: Payroll Management: Handling end-to-end payroll processes, ensuring accurate and timely disbursement of salaries. Financial Reporting: Contributing to the preparation and analysis of financial reports, supporting informed decision-making. Compliance: Ensuring compliance with local and international regulations related to payroll and finance activities. Collaboration: Collaborating with cross-functional teams to streamline financial processes and enhance overall efficiency. Qualifications and Skills To excel in this role, you should possess: Educational Background: A degree in finance, accounting, or a related field. Experience: Proven experience in payroll management and financial reporting. Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to interpret financial data. Communication: Effective communication skills to collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders. Software Proficiency: Familiarity with relevant accounting and payroll software: GP/AX /NAV (BC) Experience Preferred

About the Role Together AI is seeking a Payroll Manager to lead and scale our payroll operations. This role will be responsible for managing all aspects of payroll ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely processing for all employees. Reporting to the VP of Corporate Finance, the Payroll Manager will bring a strong end-to-end mindset and a deep understanding of payroll operations, including upstream and downstream impacts across HR, benefits, and finance processes. The ideal candidate has extensive experience managing complex multi-state payrolls, equity and stock-based compensation, and navigating specialized scenarios such as visa-related exemptions - ensuring every payroll input, deduction, and tax treatment is processed accurately, seamlessly, and with exceptional attention to detail. Responsibilities Administer full-cycle payroll for all employees, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and adherence to federal, state, and local regulations. Oversee timely and accurate bi-weekly payroll processing, ensuring all deadlines are consistently met. Review and validate payroll inputs - including compensation changes, bonuses, commissions, benefits, and leave - and ensure accurate calculations across pay cycles. Serve as the payroll subject matter expert, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of tax regulations, and labor laws across all relevant U.S. jurisdictions. Manage payroll requirements for employees on work visas, including identifying exemption eligibility (e.g., FICA exemptions) and coordinating necessary documentation. Oversee incentive and equity-related payroll processing for RSUs, NSOs, and ISOs, ensuring precise tax calculations, accurate reporting, and timely estimated tax submissions. Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll inquiries from employees and internal stakeholders, ensuring responsive and high-quality support. Requirements 6+ years of hands-on payroll experience, with demonstrated expertise managing complex, multi-state U.S. payroll operations; CPP or FPC certification is a plus, but not required. Proven experience administering payroll; Paylocity experience is a strong plus. Strong understanding of federal, state, and local payroll regulations, wage and hour laws, and tax compliance requirements. Experience managing payroll considerations for employees on work visas, including proper application of visa-related tax exemptions (e.g., FICA exemption eligibility). Knowledge of equity and stock-based compensation (e.g., RSUs, NSOs, ISOs) and their associated tax and reporting implications. Experience managing payroll inputs such as bonuses, commissions, benefits, leave-of-absence scenarios, and retroactive adjustments. Strong analytical skills with a high degree of accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to identify and resolve discrepancies. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain payroll concepts clearly and support employees and internal partners. Ability to operate independently, prioritize effectively, and thrive in a fast-paced, scaling environment. Demonstrates sound judgment, confidentiality, and integrity in handling sensitive employee data. Experience with HiBob is preferred, but not required. About Together AI Together AI is a research-driven artificial intelligence company. We believe open and transparent AI systems will drive innovation and create the best outcomes for society, and together we are on a mission to significantly lower the cost of modern AI systems by co-designing software, hardware, algorithms, and models. We have contributed to leading open-source research, models, and datasets to advance the frontier of AI, and our team has been behind technological advancement such as FlashAttention, Hyena, FlexGen, and RedPajama. We invite you to join a passionate group of researchers in our journey in building the next generation AI infrastructure. Compensation We offer competitive compensation, startup equity, health insurance and other competitive benefits. The US base salary range for this full-time position is: $150,000 - $170,000 + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by location, level and role. Individual compensation will be determined by experience, skills, and job-related knowledge. Equal Opportunity Together AI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to offer equal employment opportunity to everyone regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status, and more. Please see our privacy policy at *******************************

About us * At Sierra, we're creating a platform to help businesses build better, more human customer experiences with AI. We are primarily an in-person company based in San Francisco, with growing offices in Atlanta, New York, London, France, Singapore, and Japan. * We are guided by a set of values that are at the core of our actions and define our culture: Trust, Customer Obsession, Craftsmanship, Intensity, and Family. These values are the foundation of our work, and we are committed to upholding them in everything we do. * Our co-founders are Bret Taylor and Clay Bavor. Bret currently serves as Board Chair of OpenAI. Previously, he was co-CEO of Salesforce (which had acquired the company he founded, Quip) and CTO of Facebook. Bret was also one of Google's earliest product managers and co-creator of Google Maps. Before founding Sierra, Clay spent 18 years at Google, where he most recently led Google Labs. Earlier, he started and led Google's AR/VR effort, Project Starline, and Google Lens. Before that, Clay led the product and design teams for Google Workspace. What you'll do * Manage end-to-end global payroll operations across the U.S. and international regions, ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant payroll processing. * Build scalable payroll systems and workflows, partnering with Finance, People Ops, and Legal to automate processes, maintain data integrity, and support company growth. * Ensure full payroll compliance with federal, state, and international regulations, including tax filings, statutory requirements, audits, and year-end reporting. * Serve as a trusted advisor to employees and leaders, providing clear guidance on payroll, taxes, and equity, while managing third-party vendors for quality and accuracy. * Analyze payroll data and maintain documentation, using insights to forecast costs, drive process improvements, and support global expansion and workforce planning. What you'll bring * 7+ years of payroll experience, ideally within high-growth, global technology companies. * Strong understanding of U.S. multi-state payroll, as well as experience supporting international payroll (EMEA and/or APAC preferred). * Expertise in payroll compliance, tax regulations, and year-end filings (W-2s, 1099s, bonuses, equity withholding, etc.). * Experience working with payroll and HR systems such as ADP, Gusto, Rippling, Workday, Deel, or similar. * Excellent analytical skills with a high level of accuracy, attention to detail, and strong documentation habits. * Clear communicator with the ability to partner effectively with executives, Finance, Legal, and employees at all levels. * A proactive, systems-minded approach excited to build and improve processes in a fast-paced, scaling environment. Even better... * Experience supporting global expansion and new entity setup. * Familiarity with equity compensation, including tax and withholding implications. * CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) or similar certification. * Experience designing or managing scalable payroll audits and controls. Our values * Trust: We build trust with our customers with our accountability, empathy, quality, and responsiveness. We build trust in AI by making it more accessible, safe, and useful. We build trust with each other by showing up for each other professionally and personally, creating an environment that enables all of us to do our best work. * Customer Obsession: We deeply understand our customers' business goals and relentlessly focus on driving outcomes, not just technical milestones. Everyone at the company knows and spends time with our customers. When our customer is having an issue, we drop everything and fix it. * Craftsmanship: We get the details right, from the words on the page to the system architecture. We have good taste. When we notice something isn't right, we take the time to fix it. We are proud of the products we produce. We continuously self-reflect to continuously self-improve. * Intensity: We know we don't have the luxury of patience. We play to win. We care about our product being the best, and when it isn't, we fix it. When we fail, we talk about it openly and without blame so we succeed the next time. * Family: We know that balance and intensity are compatible, and we model it in our actions and processes. We are the best technology company for parents. We support and respect each other and celebrate each other's personal and professional achievements. What we offer We want our benefits to reflect our values and offer the following to full-time employees: * Flexible (Unlimited) Paid Time Off * Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits for you and your family * Life Insurance and Disability Benefits * Retirement Plan (e.g., 401K, pension) with Sierra match * Parental Leave * Fertility and family building benefits through Carrot * Lunch, as well as delicious snacks and coffee to keep you energized * Discretionary Benefit Stipend giving people the ability to spend where it matters most * Free alphorn lessons These benefits are further detailed in Sierra's policies and are subject to change at any time, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation or benefits plans. Eligible full-time employees can participate in Sierra's equity plans subject to the terms of the applicable plans and policies. Be you, with us We're working to bring the transformative power of AI to every organization in the world. To do so, it is important to us that the diversity of our employees represents the diversity of our customers. We believe that our work and culture are better when we encourage, support, and respect different skills and experiences represented within our team. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't precisely match the job description. We strive to evaluate all applicants consistently without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, citizenship, or any other legally protected class.

Based in San Francisco; hybrid; in-office 4 days per week Making family care possible. At Abby Care, we are tackling one of the most important and unsolved challenges of our time: family caregiving. Over 50 million Americans are family caregivers for loved ones without pay, tools, or support. Our mission is clear and ambitious: to train and employ family caregivers so they can get paid for the care they already provide at home. Abby Care is building a tech-powered, family-first care platform to efficiently deliver care, improve health outcomes, and provide the best-in-class experience nationwide. We are rapidly expanding our mission and looking for passionate team members to join. Abby Care has partnered with leading insurance plans, healthcare providers, and community organizations. We're supported by top, mission-driven VCs to empower families throughout the country. The Role We are looking for a hands-on Senior Payroll Manager to build and lead our payroll function during a critical phase of hypergrowth. This is a full-time hybrid position based in San Francisco, CA. At Abby Care, payroll isn't just a back-office function - it is core to our business. We employ family caregivers, meaning our payroll operations directly impact the livelihoods of the families we serve. Reporting to the Director of People Operations and Programs, you will lead the Payroll team and manage the operational complexity of a diverse, global workforce. This includes salaried HQ and clinical employees, a rapidly growing population of hourly caregivers, and a large network of US and international contractors. We need a leader who can execute the current process with zero defects, manage a team, and simultaneously build the automated, scalable infrastructure we need for the future. Key Responsibilities: Team leadership: Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing payroll team. You will foster a culture of accuracy and service, ensuring your team has the resources and guidance to support our rapidly expanding headcount and offer excellent customer service to our workers. Total workforce payroll: Manage end-to-end processing for all worker types. This includes US W-2 employees (exempt/non-exempt), US-based 1099 contractors, and our international workforce. You will own the specific workflows required to ensure contractors are paid timely and accurately alongside our employees. Benefits and equity administration: Oversee the payroll side of benefits (401k, FSA/HSA, etc.), ensuring tax withholdings are precise, reporting is seamless, and carrier feeds are accurate. Scale systems and processes: We are growing out of our early-stage workflows. You will implement and optimize our payroll systems to support a workforce that is scaling quickly. You will lead the charge on automating manual data entry and integrating payroll with our HRIS and Time & Attendance tools. Own multi-state and global payroll compliance: Manage the complexity of establishing payroll tax accounts and registrations across new US states. Globally, you will ensure we remain compliant with local regulations regarding international contractor payments and EOR arrangements. Partner with finance and accounting: Work closely with the Finance team to ensure payroll GLs, journal entries, and accruals are precise. You will lead the payroll side of month-end close and ensure we are audit-ready at all times. Service and support: Serve as the primary escalation point for complex payroll inquiries. You will help our team and our caregivers understand their pay and deductions, delivering answers with empathy and speed. Partner closely with Market Leaders (GMs): Work closely with our GMs in each caregiver market to ensure tight, accurate, and timely payroll operations, proactively surface and resolve issues, and deliver a seamless caregiver employee experience. The Requirements: Experience: 10+ years of payroll experience (3+ years as Payroll Manager), with a specific focus on high-growth startups or healthcare organizations. Leadership: Proven experience managing direct reports. You have hired, trained, and developed payroll professionals before. Global and contractor expertise: You have managed payroll for a mixed workforce that includes US W-2s, US 1099s, and international contractors. You understand the operational nuances of paying contractors through payroll systems versus AP. Multi-state expertise: You have successfully managed payroll for employees across multiple states and are comfortable navigating the nuances of multiple state labor laws and varying local tax jurisdictions. Technical proficiency: You are an expert in modern payroll platforms (e.g., Rippling, ADP, UKG, Workday, etc.) and have advanced Excel skills. You don't just run reports; you know how to manipulate data to find answers. Operational agility: You have moved a company from "manual and messy" to "automated and structured." You are comfortable working in an environment where processes are being built in real-time. Uncompromising accuracy: You understand that in our business, a payroll error isn't just a number - it's a family's rent or groceries. You have a track record of maintaining high accuracy under tight deadlines. Modern tech stack fluency: You thrive in a cloud-native environment. You are highly proficient in Slack and Google Workspace (G Suite), using them for rapid communication and real-time collaboration. You are comfortable navigating multiple SaaS platforms simultaneously and prefer agile, digital workflows over static files and email chains. Bonus points for: Healthcare / Medicaid program understanding: Experience with Medicaid-funded home care programs (e.g., HCBS waivers, IHSS, CDPAP) or similar government-regulated payment structures. You understand how state-specific funding rules impact overtime, maximum hours, and pay rates. Certification: FPC or CPP certification.

Payroll Manager REPORTS TO (TITLE): Controller SALARY RANGE: $85,884 - $114,900 DOE Job Summary: Under direction of the Controller, the Payroll Manager is responsible for accurate and timely payroll processing from start to finish as well as optimizing the electronic payroll system for efficiency and improvements. This position manages the electronic timekeeping system, performs accurate data entry and electronic payroll processing from start to finish, ensures that all appropriate deductions are taken, distributes paychecks and paystubs, and provides courteous customer service to employees about payroll issues. The Payroll manager manages the web-based electronic timekeeping system, including training managers to use it. This position interfaces and works closely with Human Resources for data reporting and payroll-related benefits functions. This position also supports the accounting manager with routine tasks. Duties and Responsibilities: Biweekly: * Provides payroll data reports requested by Finance, Human Resources, outside auditors, etc. * Maintains payroll records and reports * Manages creation and distribution of monthly reports to executive team, management and external parties. * Enters Payroll Journals into GL system * Processes biweekly timekeeping records into payroll system * Ensures accurate employee deductions are taken, including federal and state garnishments. * Ensures accurate employer paid benefits are included in the payroll reports. * Calculates and implements wage changes for partial pay periods as instructed by Human Resources. * Tracks hours for step increases for short-hour employees and notifies Human Resources when they qualify * Oversees distribution of paychecks and paystubs by mail. * Prepare manual payroll checks as needed. Monthly: * Monthly and quarterly BLS reports. * Worker comp reconciliation * Education fund reconciliation * SEIU Pension and Dues reconciliation * Accrual and reversal processing Annually: * 403B/457 annual audit Ongoing * Manages the Payroll system for efficiency and makes recommendations for improvement. Collaborate with Program Directors for the proper capture of wages and salaries allocated to grants/contracts to maximize revenues. * Discovers and resolves payroll system errors. * Trains managers and employees to use timekeeping system, including time allocating for federal grant funded employees. * Provides courteous customer service to appropriate people regarding payroll issues, deductions, leave, etc. * Provides payroll data reports requested by Finance, Human Resources, outside auditors, etc. * Maintains payroll records and reports * Maintains up-to-date knowledge of payroll legislation and provides accurate interpretation for compliance and operational guidance * Trains back-up position on producing a payroll. * Set up and manage 403(b) loans and conduct annual 403b census reconciliation. * Interprets and enforces internal company policies and union contract provisions to maintain full payroll compliance. * Develop and implement payroll policies and procedures to ensure compliance and operational efficiency * Serves as the Fiscal Department's liaison to the HR Department; attends HR staff meetings as needed and participates in Finance staff meetings * Is the Fiscal Department liaison with the HR Dept.; attends HR staff meetings as needed/requested; attends Finance staff meetings * Supports the accounting department with routine tasks (accounts payable, accounts receivable, grants). * Other duties as assigned by supervisor, CFO, or Chief Human Resource Officer.

This position administers the entire payroll function and coordinates processing of biweekly and semi-monthly payroll through our managed payroll service provider. The role will work closely with People Operations and cross-functional teams to administer payroll programs. Primary Duties: Responsible for the timely processing and accuracy of the semi-monthly and bi-weekly payroll by managed service provider through final sign-off and approval Monitors submissions of approved timesheets and ensures valid data transfers to/from payroll software Coordinate with managers on all timekeeping approvals and exceptions Responsible for the timely processing of all off-cycle payroll through the managed service provider. Including verifying pay date, tax frequency and deduction information to be included. Responsible for day-to-day payroll escalations and point of contact for any payroll issues requiring additional assistance Conducts audits on all payroll files, ensuring data accuracy and compliance for all non-exempt and exempt Maintains and audits PTO report for all exempt employees for processing Responsible for timely manual checks/pay cards for all terminations Works with the Total Rewards Manager and People Operations team to ensure the accuracy of the LOA pay for all employees Coordinates all garnishment information with managed service provider Assist in developing, maintaining and administering payroll policies and procedures Experience: Experience in payroll management and administration Strong Understanding and knowledge of payroll and benefits legislation and procedures Experience with HRIS systems (Paycor experience a plus) Compensation:TBD We look forward to reviewing your application. We encourage everyone to apply - even if every box isn't checked for what you are looking for or what is required. PDSINC, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About us At Sierra, we're creating a platform to help businesses build better, more human customer experiences with AI. We are primarily an in-person company based in San Francisco, with growing offices in Atlanta, New York, London, France, Singapore, and Japan. We are guided by a set of values that are at the core of our actions and define our culture: Trust, Customer Obsession, Craftsmanship, Intensity, and Family. These values are the foundation of our work, and we are committed to upholding them in everything we do. Our co-founders are Bret Taylor and Clay Bavor. Bret currently serves as Board Chair of OpenAI. Previously, he was co-CEO of Salesforce (which had acquired the company he founded, Quip) and CTO of Facebook. Bret was also one of Google's earliest product managers and co-creator of Google Maps. Before founding Sierra, Clay spent 18 years at Google, where he most recently led Google Labs. Earlier, he started and led Google's AR/VR effort, Project Starline, and Google Lens. Before that, Clay led the product and design teams for Google Workspace. What you'll do Manage end-to-end global payroll operations across the U.S. and international regions, ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant payroll processing. Build scalable payroll systems and workflows, partnering with Finance, People Ops, and Legal to automate processes, maintain data integrity, and support company growth. Ensure full payroll compliance with federal, state, and international regulations, including tax filings, statutory requirements, audits, and year-end reporting. Serve as a trusted advisor to employees and leaders, providing clear guidance on payroll, taxes, and equity, while managing third-party vendors for quality and accuracy. Analyze payroll data and maintain documentation, using insights to forecast costs, drive process improvements, and support global expansion and workforce planning. What you'll bring 7+ years of payroll experience, ideally within high-growth, global technology companies. Strong understanding of U.S. multi-state payroll, as well as experience supporting international payroll (EMEA and/or APAC preferred). Expertise in payroll compliance, tax regulations, and year-end filings (W-2s, 1099s, bonuses, equity withholding, etc.). Experience working with payroll and HR systems such as ADP, Gusto, Rippling, Workday, Deel, or similar. Excellent analytical skills with a high level of accuracy, attention to detail, and strong documentation habits. Clear communicator with the ability to partner effectively with executives, Finance, Legal, and employees at all levels. A proactive, systems-minded approach excited to build and improve processes in a fast-paced, scaling environment. Even better... Experience supporting global expansion and new entity setup. Familiarity with equity compensation, including tax and withholding implications. CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) or similar certification. Experience designing or managing scalable payroll audits and controls. Our values Trust: We build trust with our customers with our accountability, empathy, quality, and responsiveness. We build trust in AI by making it more accessible, safe, and useful. We build trust with each other by showing up for each other professionally and personally, creating an environment that enables all of us to do our best work. Customer Obsession: We deeply understand our customers' business goals and relentlessly focus on driving outcomes, not just technical milestones. Everyone at the company knows and spends time with our customers. When our customer is having an issue, we drop everything and fix it. Craftsmanship: We get the details right, from the words on the page to the system architecture. We have good taste. When we notice something isn't right, we take the time to fix it. We are proud of the products we produce. We continuously self-reflect to continuously self-improve. Intensity: We know we don't have the luxury of patience. We play to win. We care about our product being the best, and when it isn't, we fix it. When we fail, we talk about it openly and without blame so we succeed the next time. Family: We know that balance and intensity are compatible, and we model it in our actions and processes. We are the best technology company for parents. We support and respect each other and celebrate each other's personal and professional achievements. What we offer We want our benefits to reflect our values and offer the following to full-time employees: Flexible (Unlimited) Paid Time Off Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits for you and your family Life Insurance and Disability Benefits Retirement Plan (e.g., 401K, pension) with Sierra match Parental Leave Fertility and family building benefits through Carrot Lunch, as well as delicious snacks and coffee to keep you energized Discretionary Benefit Stipend giving people the ability to spend where it matters most Free alphorn lessons These benefits are further detailed in Sierra's policies and are subject to change at any time, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation or benefits plans. Eligible full-time employees can participate in Sierra's equity plans subject to the terms of the applicable plans and policies. Be you, with us We're working to bring the transformative power of AI to every organization in the world. To do so, it is important to us that the diversity of our employees represents the diversity of our customers. We believe that our work and culture are better when we encourage, support, and respect different skills and experiences represented within our team. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't precisely match the job description. We strive to evaluate all applicants consistently without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, citizenship, or any other legally protected class.

Advantage Group is a retained search firm based out of the San Francisco Bay Area specializing in senior and executive level placements with stable and rapidly growing clients nationally. We have established deep relationships, some lasting over 20 years, with real decision makers. We offer long term opportunities along with a real understanding of the companies that we represent. We will provide insight and information ensuring that you are making the right decision about the right opportunity for you. We are as committed to and passionate about your success as we are about the companies that we represent. Job Description Full-Time--Long Term An immediate long term need for a Payroll professional, with experience in the Construction industry. This position will be located in Concord, California with a stable and established company. This is a Full-time position: 5 days per week Monday through Friday. Overview and Responsibilities: Manage Personnel Records Manage Timekeeping for Payroll Run Weekly Payroll for 250 plus employees Run payroll reports Ensure compliance with relevant payroll regulations and reporting requirements Work on special projects as directed and perform other tasks as needed Qualifications 2 years of payroll experience or recent experience in an office administration or accounting, or other related role, with a company in the Construction Industry. 2 years payroll experience Experience with Certified Payroll Minimum high school diploma required, AA or Bachelors in a related field preferred. Experience with Payroll, Timekeeping and payroll systems Must have solid computer skills with working knowledge of Excel & MS word & Outlook and complex accounting software (Sage/Timberline preferred) Bilingual-Spanish Preferred. Additional Information The company offers an excellent array of benefits and real long term stability.

Job DescriptionSalary: $70-$90K Reporting to the Controller, The Accounting & Payroll Manager will be directly responsible for the functions of generalaccounting, financial analysis, budget preparation and control, statistical analysis, payroll processing, Purchasing, and various audits throughout the year. The Accounting & Payroll Manager also supports: billing, accounts receivable, productivity, and cash management. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Monitors budget and financial performance metrics for clinic services. Manages financial, management, cost reporting and analysis; net revenue projections; annual operating and capital budgeting; decision support and business analysis. Establish internal control to assure all departments are meeting budget targets. Assures adherence to company financial policies and internal controls, regulatory compliance, and generally accepted accounting principles. Develops, recommends and implements financial policies and/or procedures. Collaborates with managers and external constituents on grant-related activities. Serves as lead on annual audits, Grant Audits and other related activities to include audit entries. Provides financial & accounting system in-service opportunities for staff and department managers Works with management team and other department personnel to identify financial improvement opportunities through monthly budget variance analysis. Monitors and measures ensures the achievement of organization financial goals and performance metrics. Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards. Coordinates and processes bi-weekly payroll, payroll distribution and related reporting Manages month end close, including required Journal entries, Balance Sheet and Bank account reconciliations Manages compliance with Internal controls, Quarterly and Annual P& P review Reports and monitors Cash, Billing & Credentialing performance Supervisory Responsibility: Manages Accounts Payable & Payroll Qualification Requirements: Bachelors degree in accounting, business administration, or a related Business/Financial field 5 years of progressive experience healthcare accounting (preferred) Experience with in-depth knowledge of accounting principles, budgeting, cost accounting and healthcare reimbursement methodologies. Experience in non-profit community healthcare (FQHC) preferred Grant Accounting Advance computer, analytical and organizational skills. Ability to prepare detailed operating and financial reports Experience preparing and interpreting financial reports for Management Team Requires strong interpersonal, managerial and communication/presentation skills. Location San Rafael, CA Department Corporate Admin Employment Type Full-Time Compensation $70k-$90k annually Cancel

About Corporate Groups It takes a village, and at BioMarin our corporate groups are the people behind our success. Groups such as IT, Finance, Legal, Global Compliance & Ethics, and our People Team provide foundational support of all areas of operation at BioMarin. Responsible for assisting the Payroll Manager with timely and accurate processing of the bi-weekly payroll for all U.S. employees and certain ex-U.S. employees while maintaining the internal controls that have been established around timecard and payroll processing. The Senior Payroll Analyst provides specialized accounting services to U.S. personnel from our corporate office. Responsible for capturing activities of workers engaged in recording hours of work, processing time records, compiling payroll statistics, maintaining payroll control records, and calculating payrolls. The candidate will have experience in payroll, reconciliation and payroll and time & attendance reporting and analysis. Position will exhibit good customer service skills in supporting the Company's employees and must possess strong written and verbal communication skills. Payroll Responsibilities * Perform all aspects of payroll under the supervision of the Payroll Manager ensuring payroll processing timelines are met. * Accountable for accurate and timely payroll processing for all U.S. employees in the ADP Payroll system. * Manage timecard module, including reporting and analysis as well as observing areas for improvement. * Maintain payroll internal controls; ensuring proper procedures, policies, and rules are applied to payroll activities. * Strong technical knowledge of payroll required. * Manage leave of absence coordination within time system * Assist with year end processes, reconciliations, etc. * Work with Treasury and Finance to complete the Work Comp accruals and Audits * Ensure the accuracy and timely distribution of W-2's by demonstrating a working knowledge of relevant payroll tax rules and regulations. * Review employee timecards and payroll register each pay period for accuracy, completeness and compliance with the Company's SOP's. * Work with internal and external auditors as necessary. * Perform ad hoc payroll-related research and analysis at the request of the Payroll Manager. * Maintain internal relationship with Human Resources department, including mutual process dependencies, information sharing and internal controls. * Any ad hoc additional duties and responsibilities identified Payroll: Bi-weekly payroll processing for approximately 2,200 US employees, several individual international employees with multiple tax jurisdictions within the US, over 48 states. Must have: Minimum Requirements: Bachelors degree in Business Administration/Accounting, Finance or other non-business subject with Payroll work experience preferred. CPP desirable 5-7+ years payroll processing experience preferably in manufacturing with experience in calculating shift differentials and RROP. Looking for excellent organization, follow-through and initiative Hybrid - would require 2-3 days onsite in San Rafael, CA Note: This description is not intended to be all-inclusive, or a limitation of the duties of the position. It is intended to describe the general nature of the job that may include other duties as assumed or assigned. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Who We Are BioMarin is a global biotechnology company that relentlessly pursues bold science to translate genetic discoveries into new medicines that advance the future of human health. Since our founding in 1997, we have applied our scientific expertise in understanding the underlying causes of genetic conditions to create transformative medicines, using a number of treatment modalities. Using our unparalleled expertise in genetics and molecular biology, we develop medicines for patients with significant unmet medical need. We enlist the best of the best - people with the right technical expertise and a relentless drive to solve real problems - and create an environment that empowers our teams to pursue bold, innovative science. With this distinctive approach to drug discovery, we've produced a diverse pipeline of commercial, clinical and preclinical candidates that have well-understood biology and provide an opportunity to be first-to-market or offer a substantial benefit over existing therapeutic options. The salary range for this position is: $75,200 to $103,400. BioMarin considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans. For additional benefits information, visit:

At Transdev Alternative Services (TAS), we are leading the rollout of autonomous vehicle operations across the U.S., with the Bay Area as a critical hub for innovation and growth. Our team has developed a robust culture of safety, professionalism, and a strong commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). All employees are expected to uphold our company's standards of conduct and actively contribute to our inclusive and collaborative work environment. We are currently seeking an Operations Payroll Clerk to join our team based in San Francisco, supporting multiple Bay Area markets. This role plays an integral part in ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payroll while maintaining excellent attention to detail and confidentiality. Transdev is proud to offer: * Competitive compensation package of minimum $29.00 - maximum $30.00 Benefits include: * Vacation: minimum of one (1) weeks * Sick days: 5 days * Holidays: 6 days * Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability. The above listed benefits are the Corporate office policy. Benefits vary by location Key Responsibilities: + Distribute mail and prepare overnight packages as needed. + Assist Supervisor and Manager in accurately tracking overtime to help reduce and eliminate unnecessary and/or excessive punch hours. + Verify and reconcile standard hours worked against schedules and timecard records. + Handle all payroll discrepancies by investigating, validating, and resolving issues in a timely manner. + Collaborate with the operations team to ensure timecards are accurate and all discrepancies are corrected prior to payroll close. + Assist with calculating employees' hours from timecards and timekeeping systems to ensure accurate and timely pay. + Prepare ADP Enterprise entries and issue paychecks as required. + Update and maintain employee records, including paid time off balances, rosters, and profile changes. + Troubleshoot payroll issues and verify the accuracy of payroll figures and computations. + Balance and reconcile payroll accounts; prepare reports on earnings, deductions, and taxes; maintain accurate leave pay and non-taxable wage records. + Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, schedules, and timekeeping matters. + Maintain all payroll data and ensure proper file backups and documentation for auditing and compliance. + Maintain strict confidentiality regarding employee and company information. + Perform other duties as assigned in support of payroll, HR, or operational functions. + + Communicate face to face in an empathetic and engaging manner + Connect with employees regarding time cards. Serve as onsite employee engagement liaison for all pay related issues. Education, Licensing & Certifications: + High school diploma or GED equivalent required. + Relevant coursework or certification in payroll, accounting, or business administration is preferred but not required. Experience: + Minimum of 2-4 years of experience in payroll processing or accounting support roles, preferably in a multi-site or operations-based environment. + Prior experience with ADP (Workforce Now or Enterprise) strongly preferred. + Experience with timekeeping systems and reconciling timecard discrepancies is a plus. Technical Skills: + Proficiency in Google Workspace (Gmail, Sheets, Docs, Drive) and Microsoft Office (Excel and Word). + Ability to accurately operate a 10-key calculator. + Comfort using cloud-based systems and digital communication tools. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: + Strong understanding of payroll processing procedures, including compliance with wage and hour laws applicable in California. + Familiarity with clerical accounting and bookkeeping principles related to payroll and employee records. + Excellent written and verbal communication skills. + Strong organizational and time management abilities with attention to detail. + Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, and guidelines accurately. + Strong math skills and ability to handle confidential and sensitive data with discretion. Working Conditions and Schedule: + This position is primarily based in an office environment, located in San Francisco, CA, with occasional travel (

Responsible for processing payroll and performing clerical duties in an efficient manner by performing the following duties: • Prepares payroll and resolves discrepancies. • Transmits payroll data to payroll service in a timely manner. • Prepares and mails financial and tax reports and payments as required to comply with external reporting requirements. • Maintains confidential personnel files related to payroll such as time cards, sick time, vacation and holiday schedules, and child support and garnishment. • Prepares and mails mandatory checks for garnished deductions to the appropriate party as needed. • Responds to employee inquiries regarding amount and receipt of check, overpayments and any other payroll questions. • Maintains updated reports. • Operates standard office equipment. • Performs other related duties as assigned.

About the Role Together AI is seeking a Payroll Manager to lead and scale our payroll operations. This role will be responsible for managing all aspects of payroll ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely processing for all employees. Reporting to the VP of Corporate Finance, the Payroll Manager will bring a strong end-to-end mindset and a deep understanding of payroll operations, including upstream and downstream impacts across HR, benefits, and finance processes. The ideal candidate has extensive experience managing complex multi-state payrolls, equity and stock-based compensation, and navigating specialized scenarios such as visa-related exemptions - ensuring every payroll input, deduction, and tax treatment is processed accurately, seamlessly, and with exceptional attention to detail. Responsibilities * Administer full-cycle payroll for all employees, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and adherence to federal, state, and local regulations. * Oversee timely and accurate bi-weekly payroll processing, ensuring all deadlines are consistently met. * Review and validate payroll inputs - including compensation changes, bonuses, commissions, benefits, and leave - and ensure accurate calculations across pay cycles. * Serve as the payroll subject matter expert, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of tax regulations, and labor laws across all relevant U.S. jurisdictions. * Manage payroll requirements for employees on work visas, including identifying exemption eligibility (e.g., FICA exemptions) and coordinating necessary documentation. * Oversee incentive and equity-related payroll processing for RSUs, NSOs, and ISOs, ensuring precise tax calculations, accurate reporting, and timely estimated tax submissions. * Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll inquiries from employees and internal stakeholders, ensuring responsive and high-quality support. Requirements * 6+ years of hands-on payroll experience, with demonstrated expertise managing complex, multi-state U.S. payroll operations; CPP or FPC certification is a plus, but not required. * Proven experience administering payroll; Paylocity experience is a strong plus. * Strong understanding of federal, state, and local payroll regulations, wage and hour laws, and tax compliance requirements. * Experience managing payroll considerations for employees on work visas, including proper application of visa-related tax exemptions (e.g., FICA exemption eligibility). * Knowledge of equity and stock-based compensation (e.g., RSUs, NSOs, ISOs) and their associated tax and reporting implications. * Experience managing payroll inputs such as bonuses, commissions, benefits, leave-of-absence scenarios, and retroactive adjustments. * Strong analytical skills with a high degree of accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to identify and resolve discrepancies. * Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain payroll concepts clearly and support employees and internal partners. * Ability to operate independently, prioritize effectively, and thrive in a fast-paced, scaling environment. * Demonstrates sound judgment, confidentiality, and integrity in handling sensitive employee data. * Experience with HiBob is preferred, but not required. About Together AI Together AI is a research-driven artificial intelligence company. We believe open and transparent AI systems will drive innovation and create the best outcomes for society, and together we are on a mission to significantly lower the cost of modern AI systems by co-designing software, hardware, algorithms, and models. We have contributed to leading open-source research, models, and datasets to advance the frontier of AI, and our team has been behind technological advancement such as FlashAttention, Hyena, FlexGen, and RedPajama. We invite you to join a passionate group of researchers in our journey in building the next generation AI infrastructure. Compensation We offer competitive compensation, startup equity, health insurance and other competitive benefits. The US base salary range for this full-time position is: $150,000 - $170,000 + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by location, level and role. Individual compensation will be determined by experience, skills, and job-related knowledge. Equal Opportunity Together AI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to offer equal employment opportunity to everyone regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status, and more. Please see our privacy policy at *******************************

Who are we? Our mission is to scale intelligence to serve humanity. We're training and deploying frontier models for developers and enterprises who are building AI systems to power magical experiences like content generation, semantic search, RAG, and agents. We believe that our work is instrumental to the widespread adoption of AI. We obsess over what we build. Each one of us is responsible for contributing to increasing the capabilities of our models and the value they drive for our customers. We like to work hard and move fast to do what's best for our customers. Cohere is a team of researchers, engineers, designers, and more, who are passionate about their craft. Each person is one of the best in the world at what they do. We believe that a diverse range of perspectives is a requirement for building great products. Join us on our mission and shape the future! Why This Role: Cohere seeks a Payroll Manager to own and scale our global multi-country payroll operations across North America, Europe, and APAC. In this role you will be responsible for ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing as we continue to grow rapidly across jurisdictions. You will partner closely with Finance, People, Legal, and regional external providers to build a global payroll function. This is an opportunity for a hands-on, detail-oriented payroll leader who thrives in a high-growth environment, is comfortable navigating ambiguity, and can design scalable processes that support a distributed workforce. In this role you will manage: Payroll Operations Own end-to-end payroll processing for all global entities and employee populations, including full-time employees, contractors, and international transfers. Ensure timely and accurate payroll cycles (bi-weekly, semi-monthly, monthly) across multiple jurisdictions. Validate payroll inputs (compensation changes, bonuses, commissions, benefits, leave, etc.) and review calculations. Oversee payroll reconciliations and perform monthly payroll-related close activities (payroll-related journal entries, accruals, and variance analyses). Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll queries from employees and internal stakeholders. Systems & Process Optimization: Lead process improvements to increase accuracy, scalability, and automation of payroll workflows. Partner with People Ops to transition and modernize our global HRIS and payroll systems including platform implementation. Develop and maintain robust documentation, including global playbooks, country-level SOPs, and integration maps to support future scale. Act as a subject matter expert for payroll system integrations with other platforms (e.g., accounting software, benefits administration). Implement and monitor KPIs to measure payroll process efficiency and accuracy. Compliance & Controls Ensure compliance with local tax regulations, and statutory reporting requirements across supported countries. Maintain and enhance internal controls over payroll, including segregation of duties, approvals, documentation standard. Manage audits (financial, tax, and internal) requiring payroll support. Stay current on global payroll legislation changes and coordinate implementation of required updates. Conduct periodic internal audits and risk assessments to identify control gaps. External Vendor Management Manage relationships with global payroll providers, PEOs, and local in-country partners. Evaluate vendor performance and partner on RFP efforts with Procurement. This career opportunity may be a good match for you if you have: 6-10 years of progressive payroll experience. 3+ years of experience managing global payroll across multiple countries. CPP, CPA, or similar certification. Expertise in US and Canadian payroll compliance. Experience with EMEA/APAC payroll jurisdictions is a strong plus. Strong understanding of payroll accounting, including payroll accruals, reconciliations, and month-end close processes. Proven experience implementing or upgrading payroll systems and process improvements. Deep attention to detail, high ownership, and an ability to operate in a fast-paced, scaling environment. Excellent communication skills and comfort interacting with colleagues at all levels. If some of the above doesn't line up perfectly with your experience, we still encourage you to apply! We value and celebrate diversity and strive to create an inclusive work environment for all. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to providing equal opportunities. Should you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please submit an Accommodations Request Form, and we will work together to meet your needs. Full-Time Employees at Cohere enjoy these Perks: 🤝 An open and inclusive culture and work environment 🧑 💻 Work closely with a team on the cutting edge of AI research 🍽 Weekly lunch stipend, in-office lunches & snacks 🦷 Full health and dental benefits, including a separate budget to take care of your mental health 🐣 100% Parental Leave top-up for up to 6 months 🎨 Personal enrichment benefits towards arts and culture, fitness and well-being, quality time, and workspace improvement 🏙 Remote-flexible, offices in Toronto, New York, San Francisco, London and Paris, as well as a co-working stipend ✈️ 6 weeks of vacation (30 working days!)

Payroll Manager REPORTS TO (TITLE): Controller SALARY RANGE: $85,884 - $114,900 DOE Job Summary: Under direction of the Controller, the Payroll Manager is responsible for accurate and timely payroll processing from start to finish as well as optimizing the electronic payroll system for efficiency and improvements. This position manages the electronic timekeeping system, performs accurate data entry and electronic payroll processing from start to finish, ensures that all appropriate deductions are taken, distributes paychecks and paystubs, and provides courteous customer service to employees about payroll issues. The Payroll manager manages the web-based electronic timekeeping system, including training managers to use it. This position interfaces and works closely with Human Resources for data reporting and payroll-related benefits functions. This position also supports the accounting manager with routine tasks. Duties and Responsibilities: Biweekly: Provides payroll data reports requested by Finance, Human Resources, outside auditors, etc. Maintains payroll records and reports Manages creation and distribution of monthly reports to executive team, management and external parties. Enters Payroll Journals into GL system Processes biweekly timekeeping records into payroll system Ensures accurate employee deductions are taken, including federal and state garnishments. Ensures accurate employer paid benefits are included in the payroll reports. Calculates and implements wage changes for partial pay periods as instructed by Human Resources. Tracks hours for step increases for short-hour employees and notifies Human Resources when they qualify Oversees distribution of paychecks and paystubs by mail. Prepare manual payroll checks as needed. Monthly: Monthly and quarterly BLS reports. Worker comp reconciliation Education fund reconciliation SEIU Pension and Dues reconciliation Accrual and reversal processing Annually: 403B/457 annual audit Ongoing Manages the Payroll system for efficiency and makes recommendations for improvement. Collaborate with Program Directors for the proper capture of wages and salaries allocated to grants/contracts to maximize revenues. Discovers and resolves payroll system errors. Trains managers and employees to use timekeeping system, including time allocating for federal grant funded employees. Provides courteous customer service to appropriate people regarding payroll issues, deductions, leave, etc. Provides payroll data reports requested by Finance, Human Resources, outside auditors, etc. Maintains payroll records and reports Maintains up-to-date knowledge of payroll legislation and provides accurate interpretation for compliance and operational guidance Trains back-up position on producing a payroll. Set up and manage 403(b) loans and conduct annual 403b census reconciliation. Interprets and enforces internal company policies and union contract provisions to maintain full payroll compliance. Develop and implement payroll policies and procedures to ensure compliance and operational efficiency Serves as the Fiscal Department's liaison to the HR Department; attends HR staff meetings as needed and participates in Finance staff meetings Is the Fiscal Department liaison with the HR Dept.; attends HR staff meetings as needed/requested; attends Finance staff meetings Supports the accounting department with routine tasks (accounts payable, accounts receivable, grants). Other duties as assigned by supervisor, CFO, or Chief Human Resource Officer. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or equivalent education or experience. Knowledge of basic accounting. Minimum 3 years payroll administration experience at a medium to large organization. Knowledge of State and Federal payroll laws and regulations. 10-key proficiency. Intermediate level proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Demonstrated attention to detail. Demonstrated excellent organizational skills. Ability to manage time well, to plan as well as work well under pressure to meet deadlines. Ability to work independently. Excellent writing and verbal skills (in person, on phone, e mail) Ability to maintain impeccable confidentiality about sensitive employee information. Physical Requirements: Manual dexterity: the ability to quickly make coordinated movements of the hand to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects (repetitive actions). Finger dexterity: The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects (repetitive actions). Wrist-finger speed: the ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists (repetitive actions). Handling and moving objects: Using one's own hands and arms in handling, positioning, and moving materials, or manipulating things, including the use of keyboards (repetitive actions). Ability to use computer keyboard for extended periods of time with manual and finger dexterity and speed as described above. Lifting up to ten (10) pounds. Vision: the ability to see details of objects at close range. Hearing: the ability to listen to and understand spoken information and ideas. Oral expression and speech clarity: the ability to verbally communicate information and ideas to others in a comprehendible manner. SRCH is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. SRCH provides reasonable accommodation for individuals with a physical or mental disability to apply for jobs and to perform the essential functions of their jobs unless it would cause an undue hardship.