About this opportunity
Madrona Venture Labs lists this Payroll Manager opportunity in bellevue, Washington. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Immigration / Work Authorization Notice: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. iSpot is not able to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position at this time.
iSpot competes for the best talent. Our compensation packages consist of salary and equity in one of Seattle’s hottest start-ups, as well as other standard benefits. Most importantly, we provide a really interesting working experience, and the chance to contribute to the success of something great.
What You’ll Be Part Of:
Join a team on a high-growth trajectory. At iSpot.tv, our company mission is to Accelerate Growth with AI-Driven Unified Video Ad Measurement. You will achieve this as part of the accounting team by accelerating iSpot’s growth through fiduciary responsibility, real-time financial visibility, operational excellence, and investor trust.
As the Payroll Manager, you are not just an operator; you are the strategic architect of our payroll engine. We are seeking industry-best talent who doesn't just record data but actively builds the future of our financial function. This role is a leadership platform for innovation; you will play a key part in identifying, designing, and implementing cutting‑edge automation and AI‑driven process improvements to drive massive efficiency and global scalability.
Responsibilities:
End-to-End Ownership: Oversee and manage full‑cycle domestic payroll processing with expert‑level precision using ADP, ensuring absolute accuracy in employee compensation
Compliance & Tax Strategy: Direct all payroll tax/compliance efforts, including multi‑state registrations, tax notice resolution, and proactive monitoring of changing labor laws
Process Architecture: Design, optimize, and implement scalable SOPs for payroll workflows, moving from manual intervention to automated, "touchless" processing where possible
AI Implementation: Strategically identify and deploy AI‑driven tools (e.g., for automated data validation, employee inquiry chatbots, or policy analysis) to streamline payroll tasks
Service Excellence: Lead the payroll function as a high‑touch internal advisory service, resolving complex payroll and tax queries with a focus on speed and clarity
System Optimization: Serve as the primary business owner for ADP and integrated HRIS tools, leading system audits and configuration updates to support company growth
Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Partner with HR, Legal, and the GL team to ensure seamless data flow for payroll accounting and assist with audit requests and regulatory reporting
Qualifications and Education Requirements:
Payroll Leadership & ADP Expertise: 7+ years of experience in payroll administration with extensive, hands‑on knowledge of ADP (Workforce Now preferred), including experience leading or managing the payroll function
The "Builder" Mindset: Proven experience designing payroll processes and setting up systems in a fast‑paced, high‑growth tech environment
Compliance Expert: Deep understanding of federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations and experience resolving complex compliance issues
Problem Solver: Exceptional analytical skills with a proactive mindset
Tech Savvy: A drive to use AI and automation to provide the real‑time visibility the business needs
Communication: Excellent verbal and written skills to act as a trusted advisor to employees and stakeholders
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) designation is a significant plus
Preferred Skills:
Experience in SaaS or high‑growth tech industries
Experience with NetSuite ERP integration
Public company or IPO‑readiness experience
If you don't feel you met every single requirement for the role, don't rule yourself out. Please apply anyway!
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Worksite address
bellevue, WA, 98009, US
Who can apply
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