Payroll Manager

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Ultimately our goal is simple: fund the creative class. And we're leaders in that space, with:

• $10 billion+ generated by creators since Patreon's inception
• 100 million+ free new memberships for fans who may not be ready to pay just yet, and
• 25 million+ paid memberships on Patreon today.

We're continuing to invest heavily in building the best creator platform with the best team in the creator economy and are looking for a professional to support our mission.

This role is based in San Francisco and open to those who are able to be in-office 2 days per week on a hybrid work model.

About the Team

The Payroll Manager will be a part of the Accounting team, reporting to the Head of Accounting.

About the Role

The Payroll Manager will be responsible for overseeing and executing all aspects of payroll administration for U.S. and international employees. The Payroll Manager will ensure timely, accurate, and compliant processing of payroll while maintaining confidentiality, strong internal controls, and alignment with Accounting, HR, Legal, and other business partners.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Manage and process full-cycle, semi-monthly U.S. and international payroll for exempt and non-exempt employees, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local laws.
• Administer payroll transactions related to benefits, taxes, bonuses, commissions, and off-cycle payments.
• Oversee payroll for equity transactions including ISO and NSO option exercises, RSU vesting, and other stock-related events, ensuring accurate reporting and tax compliance.
• Partner with Human Resources, Legal, Tax, and Accounting on all matters involving employee compensation, benefits, and employment compliance; ensure proper taxation of employer-paid benefits including 401(k) contributions.
• Manage Workday Payroll configurations, updates, and integrations to ensure accurate processing and data flow between HR and Finance systems.
• Reconcile payroll-related general ledger accounts and assist with payroll journal entries as part of month-end close.
• Support external audits and compliance reviews by preparing payroll reports and documentation.
• Respond to payroll-related inquiries from employees, business partners, and management with a focus on accuracy, timeliness, and confidentiality.
• Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities to enhance payroll accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.

About You

• 8–10+ years of relevant experience in payroll processing, including experience managing multi-state and international payroll.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Workday Payroll experience required.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation preferred.
• Experience working in both private and public company environments is preferred.
• Experience with W-2 processing and other year-end payroll compliance requirements.
• Proven ability to manage confidential information with integrity and discretion.
• Strong communication, organizational, and project planning skills. Must have the ability to effectively work and communicate with all levels/functions throughout the company.
• Excellent problem-solving, judgment, and analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.

About Patreon

Patreon powers creators to do what they love and get paid by the people who love what they do. Our team is passionate about making this mission and our core values come to life every day in our work. Through this work, our Patronauts:

• Put Creators First | They’re the reason we’re here. When creators win, we win.
• Build with Craft | We sign our name to every deliverable, just like the creators we serve.
• Make it Happen | We don’t quit. We learn and deliver.
• Win Together | We grow as individuals. We win as a team.

We hire talented and passionate people from different backgrounds because workplace diversity and inclusion is critical to our ability to serve creators worldwide. If you’re excited about a role but your past experience doesn’t match with every bullet point outlined above, we strongly encourage you to apply anyway. If you’re a creator at heart, are energized by our mission, and share our company values, we’d love to hear from you.

Patreon is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment opportunities without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected class. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the interview process, please let us know via email at accomodations@patreon.

Patreon offers a competitive benefits package including and not limited to salary, equity plans, healthcare, flexible time off, company holidays and recharge days, commuter benefits, lifestyle stipends, learning and development stipends, patronage, parental leave, and 401k plan with matching.

Patreon operates under a hybrid work model, where employees based in office locations are expected to come into the office two days per week, excluding sick time and paid leave. The goal of this policy is to be intentional about the in-person time we spend together to strengthen the feeling of community at Patreon. Candidates hired into remote-eligible roles are not expected to meet the same requirements.

At Patreon, we believe in fair and transparent pay. In compliance with New York and California pay transparency laws, we are sharing the expected salary range for this role.

The posted salary range is dependent on the location and the level. This range may encompass multiple levels within the role’s job family. The final offer will be based on candidate’s experience, skills, competencies, and geographic location, aligning with the appropriate job level within Patreon’s leveling framework. For remote employees located outside CA and NY, salary may vary based on location and local market conditions.

Patreon reserves the right to modify or update compensation and benefits at any time.