Global Payroll Director

1 day ago


San Jose, California, United States TBWA\Chiat\Day Full time
Job Title: Global Payroll Manager

Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California, committed to advancing the benefits of sustainable air mobility. We are designing, manufacturing, and operating an all-electric aircraft that can carry four passengers while producing minimal noise.

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Payroll leader to join our company. As a leader in this role, you will handle overall operations of US payroll using both the Workday suite of tools, ADP, and third-party payroll providers. Your primary responsibility will be to ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll with strong data integrity.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Oversee the day-to-day payroll operation to ensure compliance with all Federal, State, possession or other jurisdictions tax and labor law requirements.
  • Remain compliant and work closely with HR Operations on items including but not limited to; collective bargaining agreements, qualified retirement & other offerings including union, 401(k) and ESOP, ESPP.
  • Provide long-term strategy for the organization as to the growth and development of payroll platforms and team.
  • Maintain the payroll systems and software, and work to develop and create future systems and processes for greater efficiencies throughout payroll.
  • Collaborate with HR Operations to assure accurate data (e.g. review and verify payroll data before processing by ADP and prior to disbursement), streamline processes, identify integration opportunities.
  • Perform monthly payroll close duties, including the preparation of period-end accruals and monthly journal entries for all payroll and benefits, including preparation of reconciliations of payroll accounts and generate payroll-related reports for FP&A, Finance and HR Operations.
  • Provide formal and ad-hoc analysis of payroll, benefits, time & attendance, etc.
  • Continuously identify and develop solutions for process efficiency to improve productivity.
  • Out of cycle/ad hoc payments of employees and production and issuance of manual checks or electronic transfers to bank accounts.
  • Support the quarterly and annual Financial Statement review and audit, 401k audit, Workers Comp audit, and other audits as required.
  • Respond to employee inquiries and requests regarding payroll matters.
  • Manage annual preparation and delivery of Form W-2s and 1099's.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain SOX controls in payroll processes. Conduct regular reviews of payroll processes to identify and mitigate risks, ensuring compliance.
Requirements:
  • Minimum 10 years of payroll, tax, accounting experience in a U.S. public company, preferably at a high-growth company.
  • Advanced knowledge of MS Excel, GSuite products and SAP (preferred).
  • Working level knowledge of ADP Payroll, Workday and Replicon.
  • Proven organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to prioritize and work well in an environment with competing demands.
  • Strong knowledge of payroll principles, practices, and regulations, including tax.
  • Experience with Payroll system implementation / transformation projects.
  • Ability to operate independently in an ambiguous, fast-paced environment.
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented.
Bonus Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Business-related field.
  • Advanced degree or certifications is a plus.
  • Experience in manufacturing, airline or international preferred.

Archer is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities, and those with sincerely held religious beliefs. Applicants who may require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should provide their name and contact information to Archer's People Team at people@archer.com. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

Archer is unable to provide work visa sponsorship for this position at the present time. Archer is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. All aspects of employment are decided on the basis of merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.



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