Payroll Manager
Drive Payroll Excellence in a Fast-Paced Semiconductor Environment
Join a leading semiconductor company in Fremont as a Payroll Manager and be at the forefront of financial operations and HR compliance. This vital role offers the opportunity to manage end-to-end payroll processing for a dynamic, multi-national organization, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency. If you are a hands-on payroll professional with technical expertise and a passion for process improvement, this position is your next career move.
Required Skills:
- Minimum 5+ years of progressive U.S. payroll experience, with hands-on expertise in processing payroll for 180+ employees
- Strong proficiency with ADP payroll systems (mandatory)
- Working experience with Oracle and SAP platforms (preferred)
- In-depth knowledge of U.S. federal, state, and local payroll laws, multi-state taxation, and compliance
- Expertise in payroll accounting, reconciliations, and general ledger processes
- Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, and data analysis
- Exceptional attention to detail, analytical abilities, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across departments
- Demonstrated ability to uphold confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately
Nice to Have Skills:
- Experience in semiconductor, manufacturing, or multinational corporate environments
- Familiarity with SOX compliance and internal controls
- Experience supporting ADP system upgrades, integrations, or automation initiatives
- Knowledge of payroll interfaces with Oracle/SAP
- Past involvement with external payroll providers and audit processes
Preferred Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
- Prior experience supporting payroll in a high-paced, tech-focused setting
- Knowledge of payroll process automation and process improvement strategies
Other Requirements:
- Location: Fremont, CA with a flexible schedule of three days in-office
- Immediate availability for interviews and onboarding
- Ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Experience working in a multi-state, compliance-focused environment
This contract-to-hire role offers a competitive hourly rate and the chance to work with cutting-edge technology in a company committed to innovation and excellence. The ideal candidate will be a proactive self-starter with a deep understanding of U.S. payroll processes and systems, ready to make an immediate impact.
