Sr. Payroll Manager

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Summary of Role:

SunPower is seeking a Sr. US Payroll Manager who can process payroll for 4,000 employees. The Sr. US Payroll manager reports to the Corporate Controller of Global Finance Operations and will be responsible for managing the activities of the payroll function and partnering with our benefits and technology teams. The incumbent will develop and maintain policies and procedures for the payroll process and timekeeping. Ensure that payroll is processed timely for the Company, including labor distribution records, vacation and sick leave accrual, overtime and withholding status are complete, accurate and timely. Ensure that the Company meets all government reporting requirements for payroll taxes, withholding, deductions and employer contributions. Recommends changes in methods or procedures to improve the efficiency of the payroll function and will collaborate extensively with HR Benefits, HRIT.

• Manage the day to day function of the US payroll management system, including any off-cycle payrolls.
• Manages the team and provide training, if necessary.
• Participate in third-party and internal audits as needed.
• Process and maintain requests for garnishments.
• Ensure that laws and regulations are adhered to and followed.
• Timely and accurate payment and administration of payroll duties.
• Periodic reporting and metrics monitoring of the payroll function.
• Manage relationship with ADP and ensure that all payroll withholding are filed and remitted.
• Maintain payroll documentation and tax related documents.
• Recommend, design and implement and improve internal controls to the payroll process.
• Effectively communicate new standards/regulations that impact payroll and stays current with applicable payroll laws.
• Respond to employee questions as it relates to payroll.
• Analyze payroll data for anything unusual and action as needed.
• Strong sense of ownership and ability to escalate issues and problems timely.
• Perform audits of the payroll system data to ensure completeness and accuracy of pay information and deductions.
• Completes W-2s and any quarterly or annual tax filings.
• Register business for withholding taxes, if needed.

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 8 or more years of related experience.
• OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2 or more years of people management experience.
• Experience with ADP Payroll system.
• Excel experience.
• Advanced knowledge of federal, state, and local tax and labor laws and reporting regulations.

• Masters Degree.
• CPP designation.
• Experience processing payroll for companies with over 4000+ employees with multiple US locations.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $154,284/year in our lowest geographic market up to $231,426 /year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on several factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Depending on the position offered, other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package including annual bonus eligibility, short and long-term incentives, and a comprehensive and competitive benefits program that includes health insurance coverage, employee wellness, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, paid time off, and so much more.  For more information, please visit our benefits site at thttps://us.sunpower.com/employees-benefits.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and underrepresented minorities are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At SunPower, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer and makes employment decisions, including but not limited to, hiring, firing, promotion, demotion, training, and/or compensation, on the basis of merit. Employment decisions are based on an individual’s qualifications as they relate to the job under consideration. The Company’s policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions, the actual sex of the individual, or the gender identity or gender expression), race, color, religion, including religious dress practices and religious grooming practices, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, familial status, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, protected veteran or military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws, ordinances, or regulations. The Company is committed to complying with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in the operations of the Company and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of the Company, including supervisors and co-workers.

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