Finance: Payroll Manager

FINANCE: Payroll Manager

About LOVB (League One Volleyball)

League One Volleyball (LOVB) is reimagining women's sports. Launched in 2019, our company is a mission-led sports performance, training and media enterprise that will change the game of volleyball in the USA and empower new generations of female athletes.

It is a groundbreaking time for volleyball in the US with our historic triple Olympic Gold medals in Women's Indoor, Beach and Sitting Volleyball. Volleyball is already the #1 most played girls' youth sport. There are 38M current and former players today. Of major sports, it's the only one that is women-first (~90% of players are female). But the volleyball market has been almost entirely missed by traditional sports investors, brands, and media.

LOVB is capturing this opportunity by creating a strong club business, and from that built-in audience and fandom, is creating the best Pro League in the world and a digital ecosystem that will connect all aspects of LOVB. This community-up approach will drive participation and fandom, while enabling greater empowerment for girls and young women living this amazing sport. In this role, you will join a mission-driven, roll-up-your-sleeves team of innovators and builders who have come together to change the paradigm of professional volleyball and women’s sports.

The Role

As the Payroll Manager in the Finance department you will be responsible for overseeing and directing payroll for all the company subsidiaries. You will recommend payroll process changes and system upgrades. You will also ensure compliance with laws and internal policies, supervise and coach payroll staff, work with payroll processors to ensure payroll tax compliance, collaborate with Human Resources and Accounting teams, maintain accurate records, and resolve payroll-related issues. This position reports to the Director of Payroll and there are 3 direct reports.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and direct payroll for all company subsidiaries.
• Resolve issues and answer payroll-related questions.
• Process payroll for Central Support functions.
• Complete, accurate and timely processing of payroll. Purposeful and thoughtful communication with Club Directors and other external customers.
• Proper application and reporting of 1099 contractors vs. W2 employees.
• Recommend payroll process changes and system upgrades.
• Partner with Operations to recommend payroll process improvements.
• Improve payroll review and controls.
• Close collaboration with Controller and the team to establish best practices for scaling organization.
• Ensure payroll tax compliance.
• Ensure proper payroll tax filing and payments with payroll processor.
• Manage onboarding of new employees and offboarding for terminations.
• Supervise and coach payroll team.
• Collaborate with Human Resources and Operations on seasonal hiring and onboarding process.
  
  

Skills, Knowledge And Experience

• Proven experience as a payroll manager or a similar role.
• Current knowledge of payroll procedures and related laws.
• Excellent understanding of multi-location, multi-state payroll and taxes.
• Paycor experience preferred.
• Familiarity with payroll software / HRIS (eg NetSuite, SAP, ADP, Kronos) and MS Office, specifically Excel.
• Have a keen eye for detail.
• An analytical mind and good math skills.
• Outstanding communication skills, both written and oral.
• Organizational and leadership skills.
• Paycor experience desired.
  
  

Personal Attributes

• Enjoy and thrive working in a busy and dynamic environment.
• Understand and respond to the concerns of employees regarding their pay.
• Eagerness to learn and stay updated with new payroll practices.
• An interest or passion for the sports or volleyball industry is a plus.
• Handle sensitive employee data requires a high level of discretion and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality.
• Ability to think on feet and handle competing priorities.
• Solutions-oriented knowing when to escalate potential issues and challenges.
• A collaborator with excellent communication skills.
• A clear and friendly communication style with strong listening skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritize appropriately and handle multiple tasks simultaneously with minimal guidance.
• Possess a high degree of flexibility and be ready to learn, as we are a startup, so things are always evolving..
  
  

Compensation & Benefits

The pay range listed reflects the full pay range for this position. The annual base salary for this role is $80,000-$100,000, plus our comprehensive benefits package. Salary offers are made based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. Individual pay is adjusted as performance is demonstrated and sustained at increasingly competent levels over time. With approval, experienced employees with critical skills may be hired above this guideline.

• Location Agnostic: We're a 100% remote team, so you can work from any location where LOVB is registered to do business in the United States. Preference is given to candidates located in one of our Pro cities: Atlanta, Austin, Houston, Madison, Omaha, Salt Lake City.
• Flexible Vacation: For exempt roles, we offer unlimited paid time off. We hire adults and respect you as such, giving you the time you need to rest and recharge.
• Goal & Performance-Based Culture: Work from anywhere while pursuing your professional goals. Your success is measured by your contributions and impact.
• Competitive Salary: We provide competitive base salaries with additional earning opportunities based on your role and performance.
• Comprehensive Coverage: Enjoy health, dental, and vision insurance with competitive company contributions to support you when you need it most.
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability: We offer 100% employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance to provide financial protection in case of illness or injury.
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance: LOVB provides basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance at no cost, offering peace of mind for you and your loved ones.
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance: For additional coverage, we offer voluntary life and AD&D insurance options to suit your personal needs.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Take advantage of pre-tax benefits with our healthcare and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access support for personal or professional challenges through our comprehensive EAP.
• Innovation & Personalization: Your growth is at the heart of our growth. We collaborate with you to create Individual Success Plans for your development.
• Amazing Teammates: Join a fun, smart team spread across 32 states. Our community thrives on diversity, creativity, and mutual support.
• Core Values in Action: We embody Community, Courage, Trust, Transparency, and Openness in everything we do, achieving something bigger together.
  
  

LOVB is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes everyone to our team.