Payroll Manager

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.