Manager, Payroll Operations US & Canada at LinkedIn

This role can be based in our Sunnyvale / Mountain View CA. office. At LinkedIn our approach to flexible work is centered on trust and optimized for culture connection clarity and the evolving needs of our business. The work location of this role is hybrid meaning it will be performed both from home and from a LinkedIn office on select days as determined by the business needs of the team.The Global Payroll & Employment Tax team isseekinga highly skilled hands-on Manager for US & Canada to manage day-to-day payroll operations across both regions. This pivotal role manages payroll processing for approximately 13000 employees ensuring accuracy compliance and operational excellence at scale. Reporting to the Sr. Manager Payroll Operations US & Canada this candidate must have a strong end-to-end mindset and a deep understanding of payroll operations including upstream and downstream impacts on business processes. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience managing complex multi-state payrolls and equity or stock-based compensation ensuring all compensation deductions and payroll details are processedtimely accurately and seamlessly. The Manager Payroll Operations US & Canada will be a proven people leader witha track recordof developing mentoring and empowering high-performing teams in dynamic fast-paced environments. Success in this role requires strong organizational and decision-making skills exceptional communication and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional partners including Accounting HR Operations HR Technology Compensation & Benefits Legal and Global Mobility.  Responsibilities: Manage end-to-end payroll operations for the US and Canada including full-cycle bi-weekly and off-cycle processing ensuring all compensation deductions and taxes areaccurate compliant and on time. Drive operational excellence byidentifyingand implementing process efficiencies automation opportunities and system enhancements. Serve as the payroll subject matter expertmaintainingcurrent knowledge of payroll systems tax regulations and labor laws across federal state provincial and localjurisdictions. Support execution of SOX controls as well as internal and external audits. Lead coach and develop a payroll team fostering a culture of accountability collaboration and continuous improvement. Collaborate cross-functionallywith business partners such as Employment Tax Accounting HR Operations HR Tech Compensation & Benefits Legal and Global Mobility to resolve issues align processes and support business initiatives. Partner with internal and external audit teams ensuringaccuratereporting documentation and compliance with regulations. Oversee payroll inquiries and escalations through ServiceNow ensuring service level agreements are met and knowledge articles are up to date. Manage incentive and equity payroll processing including RSUs Non-Qualified Stock Options (NQSOs) and ISOs ensuringaccuratepayroll tax filings and estimated tax submissions. Review and approve quarterly payroll tax filings adjustments and reports in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. Support benefits and retirement funding processes including 401(k) reconciliation and funding. Prepare and present business reviews and KPIs highlighting performance metrics and improvement initiatives. Ensure payroll policies and procedures aremaintained documented and compliant with internal controls and regulatory requirements. Qualifications : Basic Qualifications:   Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or a related field.  5 years of progressive experience managing multi-state US payroll operations and Canada payroll operations. Proven experience leading motivating and developing payroll teams in complex fast-paced environments. Hands-on experience with systems such as ADP GlobalView Workday or similar payroll systems. Background in understanding of US payroll tax withholding and compliance obligations. Intermediate to advanced analytical skillset including the use of Excel Alteryx and/or other tools.Ability to manage time prioritize deliverables multi-task and work under pressure in a dynamic work environment Ability to navigate high-level Interpersonal oral and written communication skills Background with organizational and project planning skills. Must have the ability to effectively work and communicate with all levels/functions throughout the company. Experience with problem-solving judgment and analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.  Preferred Qualifications:   FPC or CPP certification is a plus    Team player flexible and ability to manages up down and side-to-side   Experience in international/expat payrolls and equity compensation    Ability to work well independently and highly detailed oriented in a time sensitive results driven environment.Must Possess a high degree of professionalism and can communicate with sensitivity LinkedIn is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices.  The pay range for this role is $103000 to $167000. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate including but not limited to skill set depth of experience certifications and specific work location. This may be different in other locations due to differences in the cost of labor. The total compensation package for this position may also include annual performance bonus stock benefits and/or other applicable incentive compensation plans. For more information visit  Information : Equal Opportunity Statement We seek candidates with a wide range of perspectives and backgrounds and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. LinkedIn considers qualified applicants without regard to race color religion creed gender national origin age disability veteran status marital status pregnancy sex gender expression or identity sexual orientation citizenship or any other legally protected class.LinkedIn is committed to offering an inclusive and accessible experience for all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. 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However non-disability related requests such as following up on an application will not receive a response.LinkedIn will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about discussed or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. 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