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Payroll Manager

AppLovin
Location
Remote - United States
Posted
20 days ago
Department
Accounting
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 6+ years of progressive payroll experience in a multi-country environment; at least 2 years in a lead or manager capacity
  • Deep working knowledge of US payroll tax (federal, state, local) — multi-state is required
  • Direct, hands-on experience processing payroll in at least two of the following: Singapore, Germany, Ireland, Cyprus, or Italy
  • Proficiency with Workday HCM/Payroll or equivalent global processor; strong Excel/Google Sheets skills required
  • Track record of managing payroll tax filings, year-end reconciliations, and statutory reporting across multiple jurisdictions simultaneously
  • Experience processing equity-related payroll transactions in a public company environment
Nice to have
  • APAC payroll experience beyond Singapore
  • CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) or equivalent international credential
  • Experience supporting payroll for a company that went through rapid international expansion or M&A
  • Prior exposure to NetSuite in a payroll accounting context
What the job really is

As a Payroll Manager at AppLovin, you will oversee global payroll operations, ensuring accurate and timely processing across the US and key international markets. Your role involves managing vendor relationships, maintaining compliance with payroll tax obligations, and supporting cross-functional teams in finance and HR. You will also handle equity-related payroll events and drive process improvements within payroll systems.

Benefits
  • Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability
  • Retirement Benefits: 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off: Unlimited Discretionary Time Off
  • Paid Holidays: 10 paid holidays per year
  • Paid Sick Leave: 80 hours per year
Things to weigh
  • No specific salary listed for the role, but ranges provided may vary based on location and experience
  • The role requires managing payroll across multiple jurisdictions, which can be complex
  • Experience in a high-velocity environment may imply a fast-paced and demanding work culture
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