Payroll Manager

Job Title: Payroll Manager   Department: Finance   Reports to: Director, Controller NAM   Location: Tysons, HQ    The Role:  Lead and manage all payroll processes for US and Canada, including regular and equity payrolls through ADP Workforce Now   Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant payroll and tax filings    Oversee benefits/equity integration and provide payroll support to employees and internal stakeholders using Fidelity platform   In-Office Position: At Strategy, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday are in-office days with Fridays as work-from-home.   Key Responsibilities:    Payroll Processing & Administration    Execute biweekly payrolls, verifying earnings, changes, and deductions    Ensure payroll compliance with all relevant laws and policies    Review, format, and upload payroll data; provide payroll forecasts with Treasury    Compliance & Audit    Ensure SOX and audit compliance for all payroll activities      Monitor tax rates, manage payroll accounts, and resolve GL discrepancies    Support audits and regulatory filings    Equity & Benefits Administration    Process equity payrolls (RSUs, ESPP, options) and benefits integration through Fidelity      Coordinate with vendors, manage benefit files, and complete year-end reporting     Reporting    Prepare and distribute payroll/tax documents (W2, T4, T2200)    Create payroll journal entries and maintain GL integrity    Employee Support & Stakeholder Partnership    Address payroll and equity questions, process confidential payments    Investigate tax discrepancies and partner with HR, Legal, and Finance on reporting and corrections    Administer Workday timesheets and support reporting needs     Qualifications:    Bachelor’s in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPP/FPC preferred    8+ years’ payroll experience (multi-state & Canada; equity payroll a plus)    Proficient in ADP, Workday and payroll/benefits/equity integration systems    Knowledge of payroll tax law, benefits, and equity administration    Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills; attention to confidentiality    Advanced Excel and payroll/accounting system skills    Ability to multitask and work independently