The Trade Desk · 4 months ago
Manager, Payroll
Ventura
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$85K/yr - $156K/yr
5+ years expThe Trade Desk is changing the way global brands and their agencies advertise to audiences around the world. They are seeking a strategic and detail-oriented Payroll Manager to lead U.S. and Canada payroll operations, ensuring compliance and overseeing a high-performing team. The role involves managing payroll activities, driving team development, and enhancing payroll procedures.
AdvertisingDigital MediaInformation TechnologyInternetMobileNative AdvertisingSocialSoftwareVideo Advertising
Responsibilities
Lead and manage the payroll team, overseeing end-to-end payroll operations for the U.S. and Canada
Drive team development through training, workload distribution, and performance management
Manage ad hoc projects and support continuous improvement initiatives
Ensure payroll accuracy and compliance with federal, state, and provincial tax laws, audits, and SOX controls
Oversee daily payroll activities including cash reconciliations, equity transactions, final pay, off-cycle entries, and complex scenarios such as shadow payroll, non-cash benefits, and global mobility equity
Lead quarter/year-end processes including audits and W-2 filings
Manage state tax registrations and maintain withholding and unemployment accounts across jurisdictions
Fulfill audit requests and support business partners through ad-hoc reporting and regular reconciliations
Oversee payroll inquiries and ServiceNow case resolution, ensuring timely and accurate responses
Deliver exceptional customer service across all internal and external touchpoints
Maintain and enhance payroll procedures and documentation
Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners to support operational excellence
Qualification
Required
5+ years of payroll management experience, including 5+ years of leading and developing teams
Expertise in Workday and international payroll platforms, including system integrations
Advanced Excel skills (e.g., Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP) and a solid foundation in accounting principles
Strong analytical thinking, sound judgment, and clear communication skills
Exceptional attention to detail, with the ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment
A proactive, self-directed mindset with a passion for continuous improvement
Proven leadership in team development, delegation, and vendor management
Commitment to delivering high-quality service and fostering a collaborative team culture
Benefits
Comprehensive healthcare (medical, dental, and vision) with premiums paid in full for employees and dependents
Retirement benefits such as a 401k plan and company match
Short and long-term disability coverage
Basic life insurance
Well-being benefits
Reimbursement for certain tuition expenses
Parental leave
Sick time of 1 hour per 30 hours worked
Vacation time for full-time employees up to 120 hours thru the first year and 160 hours thereafter
Around 13 paid holidays per year
Employees can also purchase The Trade Desk stock at a discount through The Trade Desk’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan
The Trade Desk also offers a competitive benefits package
Company
The Trade Desk
The Trade Desk is an online demand-side platform that provides buying tools for digital media buyers.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$257.5MKey Investors
Wellington ManagementBridge BankHermes Growth Partners
2021-07-08Post Ipo Equity
2016-09-21IPO
2016-05-09Debt Financing· $125M
Leadership Team
Jeff Green
CEO
Mitch Waters
Senior Vice President of Client Service APAC
Recent News
2026-01-06
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