Payroll Manager
Job Location:
San Jose, CA - USA
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Job Summary
For over two decadeswevebeen at the forefront of the global energy transition pioneering solutions that empower critical industries to thrive in a rapidly digitizing energy-intensive world. From revolutionizing power for AI-driven data centers to ensuring resilience for hospitals electric grids manufacturing facilities and utilities our solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) and solid oxideelectrolyzer(SOEC) technologies are redefiningwhatspossible by delivering energy abundance for all. With more than 30000 fuel cell modules deployed worldwide we are the trusted partner for Fortune 100 companies and innovators alike. Ourcutting-edgesolutions enable unparalleled time-to-power capabilities reliability and sustainability ensuring our customersremainahead in a world where soaring energy demand and intensifying energy scarcity are rapidly becoming the new norm.
At Bloom we thrive on collaboration bold thinking and relentless innovation. We believe that together we can create a brighter more sustainable future while tackling the most pressing challenges of the 21st century.
We are looking for aPayroll Managerto join our team in one of todays most exciting role willreporttoour Senior Payroll Manager and based in San Jose CA.This is a fully on-site in officerole5 days a week.
Key Responsibilities:
Payroll Operations
- Lead and execute end-to-end payroll processing (bi-weekly weekly and/or monthly) for multi-state U.S. employees (global exposure a plus)
- Review and approve payroll registers variance reports and reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness
- Oversee off-cycle payrolls including terminations bonuses and adjustments
- Manage payroll-related aspects of equity compensation (e.g. RSUs ESPP stock options)
Compliance & Regulatory Management
- Ensure compliance with all federal state and local payroll tax laws and wage and hour regulations
- Manage payroll tax filings and coordinate with external providers as applicable
- Administer 401(k) contributions audits and compliance requirements
- Lead and support internal and external payroll audits ensuring strong controls and documentation
Systems & Process Optimization
- Serve as system owner for payroll platforms (e.g. ADP Workday) ensuring optimal configuration and performance
- Identify design and implement scalable processes and automation to improve efficiency and reduce risk
- Partner with HRIS Finance and IT teams on system integrations enhancements and data integrity
- Maintain and continuously improve payroll procedures controls and documentation
Employee Experience & Support
- Act as point of contact for complex payroll inquiries ensuring timely and accurate resolution
- Partner closely with HR to ensure accuracy of employee data impacting payroll (hires terminations comp changes)
- Build trust through clear communication and consistent error-free payroll delivery
Reporting & Financial Partnership
- Prepare and analyze payroll reports (e.g. headcount labor costs variance analysis)
- Support month-end and year-end close activities including accruals reconciliations and audit schedules
- Partner with Finance on payroll forecasting and expense management
Collaboration
- Collaborate cross-functionally with HR Finance Legal and IT
- Contribute to payroll strategy including scaling operations to support company growth and potential expansion
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance Business Administration or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 5 years of progressive payroll experience including multi-state U.S. payroll
- Strong knowledge of U.S. payroll tax laws wage and hour regulations and compliance requirements
- Demonstrated experience managing payroll audits reconciliations and controls
- Hands-on experience with payroll and HRIS systems (e.g. ADP Workday UKG)
- Advanced Excel skills (e.g. PivotTables XLOOKUP data analysis and validation)
- High attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- Proven ability to manage confidential information with discretion
- Continuous improvement mindset with experience in process optimization or automation (Lean/Six Sigma a plus)
- Strong collaboration and communication skills across functions and levels
Nice to Have
- Experience with global payroll or multi-country expansion
- Equity compensation experience in a public company
- Experience in a high-growth or scaling organization
Bloom Energy is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We are committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race sex color religion national origin protected veteran status or on the basis of disability. Bloom Energy makes reasonable accommodations consistent with applicable laws for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified applicant or employee with a disability who can perform the essential job functions unless undue hardship would result.
At Bloom Energy we are committed to supporting the well-being of our employees and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees includes competitive Medical Dental and Vision plans with a large employer contribution a 401(k) Retirement Plan with companymatch generousMental Health Support services Legal services virtual Physical Therapy access and Fertility & Family Forming benefits.
Bloom Energy is committed to fair andequitablecompensation practices.
FULL TIME ROLE ONLY:The total compensation for this position includes standard company benefits and is based onvarious factorsincluding but not limited to relevant skills and experience.
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About Company
Bloom Energy’s leading solid-oxide platform for the distributed generation of electricity and hydrogen production is changing the future of energy.
