Payroll Lead

Payroll Lead

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Payroll Lead to join our team. The successful candidate will work closely with the Accounting and Finance team, along with other key cross-functional business partners, to lead and manage all aspects of global payroll operations for our rapidly growing company. This role requires driving timely, accurate, and compliant payroll processes while continuously improving our international payroll system.

Responsibilities :

• Ensure accurate and timely payroll runs for all countries, including the USA, Vietnam, and the UK, in compliance with local tax and labor regulations.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration with the People and Total Rewards teams for ongoing operations and excellence projects.
• Ensure seamless integration with ancillary systems, including SAP ERP.
• Manage internal and external payroll audits, and assist in statutory financial reporting and audits.
• Manage relationships with external payroll providers in all jurisdictions.
• Audit payroll data to ensure accurate wages, tax withholdings, deductions, and garnishments.
• Document and enforce internal controls in compliance with SOX procedures.
• Lead special projects, including process documentation, improvements, system updates, and integrations.
• Develop and report on key metrics for the payroll function.
• Support management on ad hoc and growth-oriented projects such as scalability initiatives and acquisitions.

Essential Skills :

Additional Skills & Qualifications :

Work Environment :

This is a 100% fully remote role based in Portland, OR, with the option to work from the Portland office if desired. The position reports to the CFO and requires independent management of payroll operations. Our company is committed to using business as a force for good and is a certified B Corporation, dedicated to sustainability and innovation. We offer comprehensive health benefits, financial benefits, and other perks, including unlimited PTO for full-time corporate roles.

Job Type & Location :

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Francisco, CA.

Pay and Benefits :

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $33.00 / hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following : Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off / Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline :

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 15, 2025.

About Aston Carter :

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please contact astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.