Payroll Team Lead

WHO WE ARE

We are PEAK6 a leading investment firm using technology to find a better way of doing things. The companys first tech-based solution was developed in 1997 to optimize options trading and over the past two decades the same formula has been used across a range of industries asset classes and business stages to consistently deliver superior results. Today PEAK6 seeks transformational opportunities to provide capital and strategic support to entrepreneurs and forward-thinking businesses. PEAK6s core brands include PEAK6 Capital Management PEAK6 Strategic Capital Apex Fintech Solutions FOCUS We Insure Evil Geniuses Poker Power Zogo and Bruce Markets.

ABOUT THIS ROLE

PEAK6 Payroll Team Lead

As Lead Payroll at PEAK6 you will be the functional expert and operational cornerstone of the payroll team owning end-to-end multi-state payroll processing compliance and continuous improvement. You will be the go-to subject matter expert who sets the standard for quality drives process excellence and partners cross-functionally to keep payroll running seamlessly across PEAK6s diverse business lines. If you love solving complex payroll problems and thrive in a fast-paced technology-forward environment this role is for you.
Youll be responsible for:

Payroll Operations

Own and execute bi-weekly multi-state payroll processing for exempt and non-exempt employee populations across multiple legal entities via Workday Payroll
Maintain payroll data integrity by collecting auditing calculating and entering data with a high degree of accuracy

Serve as the primary escalation point for complex payroll questions and discrepancies resolving issues efficiently and with a strong employee experience in mind

Lead year-end processing including W-2 preparation balancing adjustments and amendments

Compliance & Tax

Ensure compliance with all federal state and local payroll regulations including FLSA wage and hour laws overtime rules and termination pay requirements

Manage all payroll tax obligations: registering in new states closing inactive accounts and resolving tax notices with third-party systems

Monitor and interpret changes in payroll tax law proactively communicating impacts and implementing updates

Partner with external auditors to provide documentation and support for annual audits and internal controls

Cross-Functional Partnership

Act as the functional SME for payroll-related inquiries from HR Finance and senior leadership translating complexity into clear guidance

Collaborate to streamline onboarding/offboarding processes pay changes deductions and benefits administration

Work with functional teams to ensure accurate and timely funding for payroll taxes and benefits

Contribute expertise during system implementations upgrades or integrations particularly within Workday

Reporting & Process Improvement

Develop and maintain ad hoc payroll reporting and analytics to support leadership decision-making

Reconcile monthly payroll bank transactions and support month-end close including journal entries and GL reconciliations

Identify and drive automation and efficiency opportunities within payroll operations we love to eliminate manual work

Maintain payroll policies procedures and internal controls documentation to ensure consistency and audit-readiness

Qualifications:
58 years of progressive payroll experience in a fast-paced multi-entity environment
Deep expertise in multi-state payroll processing and a strong command of federal and state compliance tax regulations and wage/hour laws
Hands-on Workday Payroll experience strongly preferred
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation preferred; FPC considered
Experience with NetSuite or similar general ledger systems a plus
Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the ability to build and interpret payroll reports
A technology-forward mindset you actively look for ways to automate improve and scale payroll processes
Excellent communicator who can distill complex payroll topics for non-payroll stakeholders
Highly organized detail-oriented and comfortable managing competing priorities under tight deadlines

OUR REWARDS

We offer a robust package of employee perks and benefits including healthcare benefits (medical dental and vision EAP) competitive PTO 401k match parental leave and HSA contribution match. We also provide our employees with a paid subscription to the Calm app and offer generous external learning and tuition reimbursement benefits. As a hybrid workforce we offer our employees the ability to work remotely up to two days a week.

Base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge skills experience and office location. This position also may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in addition to a range of health & wellness benefits enhancing your overall compensation package.

Base Salary Range

PEAK6 is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex (including pregnancy sexual orientation and gender identity) national origin age disability veteran status marital status or any other protected characteristic. Our hiring practices ensure that all qualified applicants receive fair consideration without regard to these characteristics.

PEAK6 is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all candidates including those with disabilities. We are dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process please contact our HR department at We will work with you to provide the necessary accommodations to ensure your full participation in our hiring process.

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