US Payroll and Tax Lead

Job Summary

Owning the full US payroll and tax function, the full-time US Payroll and Tax Lead will manage payroll processing, tax filings, and compliance for employees and client employers while working remotely to build processes and controls from scratch.

Key responsibilities

• Run end-to-end payroll cycles and manage the payroll calendar for accurate and timely delivery
• Prepare and submit all federal, state, and local payroll tax filings and manage compliance across multiple jurisdictions
• Support clients with complex compliance questions and collaborate with product and engineering teams to enhance the Rise platform

Required qualifications

• 6+ years of US payroll experience in a payroll service bureau, PEO, or outsourced payroll environment
• Experience preparing and filing federal and state tax returns, including W-2s and 1099s
• Background managing payroll and tax for multiple client employers with knowledge of multi-state compliance
• Proven ability to build processes and controls in evolving environments
• Familiarity with payroll tax engines and handling tax notices across jurisdictions is preferred