Payroll Manager at Connecteam in Florida

Payroll Manager Who Connecteam is: Connecteam is the leading platform for managing deskless teams, trusted by over 80,000 businesses worldwide. We built Connecteam for real operators - the people running shifts, jobs, and teams across stores and sites. The kind of work that doesn’t happen behind a desk, and doesn’t have time for messy spreadsheets, scattered group chats, or tools that don’t talk to each other. Connecteam brings daily operations and team communication into one intuitive app - from hiring and scheduling to training, tasks, and day-to-day coordination. It gives teams the clarity and control to run the day, shift after shift, job after job. Backed by $220M+ from Insights Partners, Stripes, and Tiger Global, Connecteam is rapidly expanding worldwide - empowering frontline teams to work smarter, stay connected, and operate with greater efficiency. About the Role: We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Payroll Manager to join our Finance team This role is a unique opportunity to take ownership of a rapidly scaling global payroll operation, work across multiple jurisdictions, and help shape processes and infrastructure as we expand into new markets. In this role, you will take ownership of ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant payroll operations for employees across the US, Australia, and additional international locations, as our global footprint continues to grow. You will collaborate closely with HR, and external Payroll Vendors to ensure smooth payroll operations, accurate employee payments, and full compliance with all relevant tax and reporting requirements in each jurisdiction. You will also serve as the main point of contact for the employees’ payroll-related questions and concerns. This is a fully remote position. Key Responsibilities: Own and manage the end-to-end payroll lifecycle for the US, Australia, and additional international locations through our PEO partners, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely execution Maintain and update employee data with the PEO, including onboarding, terminations, and compensation or benefits changes Review and verify timesheets, PTO, overtime, and other earnings or deductions before submission to the PEO Oversee payroll-related withholdings, benefits, and deductions processes handled by the PEO Partner with HR to ensure accurate employee information and resolve payroll discrepancies Coordinate and execute smooth transitions between PEO providers, including data migration, testing, and validation Review PEO-generated pay statements, reports, and year-end tax forms (W-2, 1099, etc.) for accuracy Reconcile payroll accounts and prepare payroll-related journal entries in NetSuite Respond to employee payroll and benefits inquiries with professionalism and confidentiality Drive scalable payroll processes and workflows to support rapid headcount growth across new global territories Maintain up-to-date knowledge of payroll regulations, tax laws, and PEO service capabilities across all supported jurisdictions Experience & Skills: 3+ years of experience in US & International payroll administration, preferably through a PEO Hands-on experience working with major PEO providers such as ADP, Vensure, Insperity, TriNet, Mazars, or similar Strong understanding of US payroll laws and tax regulations (federal, state, and local) Strong experience with multi-state payroll, including varying state tax and compliance requirements Experience (or strong interest) in leveraging AI tools to improve efficiency, analyze payroll data, or navigate complex regulatory environments Proficiency in Excel and data analysis for payroll reconciliation and reporting High attention to detail, accuracy, and confidentiality Strong problem-solving skills and ability to manage sensitive information Excellent written and verbal communication skills Team player with strong interpersonal skills Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines You thrive in a fast-paced, global environment, enjoy working with both systems and people, and take pride in delivering accurate, high-quality work Nice-to-Have: Proven experience managing a transition between PEO providers, including data migration and process implementation Benefits: Medical coverage. Insurance plan. Paid time off for vacation, sick days. 401K Salary range: $80K-$100k #LI-Remote Joining Connecteam Is The Smart Move: We build our people up. Every team member is treated as a long-term investment and we recognize the value in always nurturing and training them so they can go above and beyond in their skills and job duties. We make an impact on our customer’s business. We are on a mission to provide managers of all business types and sizes with the tools they need to communicate, operate, engage, and run their deskless workforce. Our product offers them an effective and affordable solution to run their business. We get the job done. Connecteam employees are passionate in executing their job duties so they can drive the company forward and provide real value to our customers. We have fun! From weekly happy hours to holiday parties, we always enjoy each other’s company (and good food, of course). Connecteam is like one big, happy family! Everyone is welcome. 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