State Licensed Payroll Lead

Owning the full US payroll and tax function, the full-time State Licensed Payroll Lead will manage payroll processing, tax filings, and compliance for employees and clients while working remotely. Key responsibilities Run end-to-end payroll cycles for US employees and client employers, ensuring accuracy and timeliness Prepare and submit all federal, state, and local payroll tax filings and remittances across all jurisdictions Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) for payroll processing and collaborate with product teams to enhance the Rise platform Required qualifications 6+ years of US payroll experience with multi-state processing and employment tax compliance Proven experience in preparing and submitting payroll tax filings across various jurisdictions Experience with state and local agency registrations Solid knowledge of multi-state withholding, unemployment tax, and W-2 and 1099 requirements Track record of building processes and controls in less structured environments