Senior Payroll Manager New Seattle, Washington, United States

Impinj is a leading RAIN RFID provider and Internet of Things pioneer. We invent ways to connect everything to the Internet – including retail apparel, general merchandise, healthcare items, automobile parts, airline baggage, food and more. With more than 100 billion items connected to date, and Fortune 500 enterprises using our platform, we solve for a better understanding of our world. Team Overview In this role, you’ll join Impinj’s Finance & Accounting organization to lead a small but dedicated Payroll team. You’ll serve as the subject matter expert for all things payroll – from day‑to‑day processing to complex equity transactions and global compliance. You’ll collaborate with Human Resources and team members across departments to ensure employees worldwide are paid accurately and on time. This role offers meaningful ownership and visibility, with direct engagement with external auditors and leadership on process improvements and compliance. What You Will Do Oversee all aspects of domestic and foreign payroll management, including routine payroll processing, tax and benefits compliance and reporting, and SOX compliance. Partner with Human Resources to facilitate accurate and timely processing of payroll, including benefit deductions, leaves of absence, employee changes, etc. Prepare domestic payroll and payroll‑related reports, including governmental and regulatory filings. Manage and guide a small Payroll Team of one employee. Own responsibility for foreign payroll processing with outside service organization, including review and journal entries associated with monthly foreign subsidiary reporting package. Manage and oversee stock‑based compensation processing in payroll, including option exercises, RSUs and ESPP for proper income reporting and tax withholding. Monitor compliance with applicable federal, state, local laws, and regulations. Liaise with external auditors and manage payroll‑related audit questions. Analyze payroll processes and controls, identify efficiencies, drive change, and manage priorities. Monitor employee inquiries and ensure that all inquiries are promptly and appropriately resolved. Assist in other areas of accounting as necessary. What You Will Bring Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent experience. 5 years of payroll experience, including oversight of domestic and foreign payroll. Ability to build strong working relationships with colleagues across the organization. Deep knowledge of payroll compliance, tax laws and complex employee benefit programs impacting payroll. Knowledge of taxable and non‑taxable earnings and expenses. Excellent understanding of equity‑related transactions. Experience managing and documenting payroll controls for compliance with SOX. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills. Attention to detail and organization. Demonstrated integrity and professionalism. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. General accounting skills, including journal entries, reconciliations, and analysis. Ability to handle multiple tasks, set priorities, and meet deadlines in a high‑volume, fast‑paced environment. Compensation and Benefits The typical base pay range for this role across the US is $113,900 – $160,800. Individual base pay depends on factors such as role complexity, responsibilities, and relevant experience. The range is used as a starting point for all new hire offers. In addition to base pay, certain roles may be eligible for merit increases, annual bonuses, and stock, depending on performance. US employees may access healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan and company match, among others. Impinj is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities during the job application and interview process and during employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Impinj, Inc.