Payroll Manager

Vast is looking for a Payroll Manager that will be a critical member of our growing Finance team. The Payroll Manager will oversee the organization's global payroll procedures, ensuring payroll is delivered timely, accurately, efficiently and in compliance with regulations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage all payroll deadlines and monthly, semi-monthly, bi-weekly payroll tasks
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and payroll tax obligations
• Coordinate timekeeping and payroll systems
• System maintenance support including new hire set up, tax form processing, local tax set up, timekeeping input, termination processing, garnishment processing, and verification of employment.
• Collaborate with Human Resources (HR) and accounting teams
• Oversee processing of payroll changes (e.g. new hires, terminations, raises) and system upgrades
• Understand state and federal new hire, leave of absence, and termination laws
• Produce audit reports, audit registers, and other reporting inquiries
• Resolve issues and answer payroll-related questions
• Provide support to any project related activities from Finance and HR

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field 
• 3+ years of payroll processing with multi-state experience 

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Familiarity with payroll software/ HRIS (e.g. Rippling) and MS Office
• Experience with audit procedures, tax, and accounting practices is preferred
• Strong interpretation of company policies and procedures in a multi-state payroll environment.
• Ability to thrive at an early-stage startup where you will have the opportunity to help create and optimize key systems and processes
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, time management and work prioritization
• Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Ensures confidentiality and controls access to sensitive information
• Strong sense of accountability and integrity with excellent written and verbal communication skills 
• Aerospace manufacturing experience is a plus