Philippines (100% Remote) · Full-Time Independent Contractor · $1,200 - $1,600

Be the steady hand that keeps payroll accurate, on-time, and audit-ready — every cycle. You run end-to-end payroll operations, lead the team that processes them, and turn complex pay rules into clear, repeatable processes clients can rely on.

ABOUT THE ROLE

You'll own the work that keeps employees paid correctly and clients compliant: multi-client payroll cycles, tax filings, year-end forms, garnishments, and audit-ready records. You'll catch errors before they hit a paycheck — then design the controls that stop them from coming back.

You'll lead a payroll team, partner with the Accounting Director, and consult with HR and clients on payroll policy, system selection, and process improvements. You'll sharpen playbooks — close calendars, processing checklists, and review gates — so every pay run feels routine, not risky.

The Ideal Candidate

You're detail-obsessed but practical — you know when to dig in and when to ship the run
You can explain payroll topics (multi-state withholding, exempt vs. non-exempt, fringe benefits) without jargon
You thrive on cycles because your SOPs, checklists, and calendars are dialed in
You enjoy coaching a team and raising the quality bar
You look for automation and small process wins that compound across every pay period

WHAT YOU'LL OWN

Payroll Processing & Compliance

Own the work that keeps employees paid and clients compliant.

Drive payroll cycles end-to-end: timekeeping intake, gross-to-net calculations, off-cycle runs, terminations, bonuses, retro pay
Federal, state, and local tax compliance: withholdings, deposits, quarterly returns (941, state equivalents), year-end (W-2, W-3, 1099)
Multi-state payroll: nexus tracking, reciprocity rules, SUI rates, local taxes
Garnishments, benefit deductions, 401(k) remittances, and third-party sick pay
Quality & sign-off: audit-ready records, variance reviews, reconciliations to GL
Notices & follow-through: respond to agency notices, manage amendments, keep clients calm with clear options and timelines

Team Leadership & Development

Lead the payroll team and grow the next layer of talent.

Supervise payroll staff: assign work, review output, and provide timely, substantive feedback
Train team members on payroll systems, tax rules, and firm processes
Document evaluations and appraisals; coach toward promotion
Escalate personnel issues to the appropriate coach, partner, or HR

Systems & Process

Build the systems that make every pay cycle survivable.

Implement and optimize payroll processing systems
Standardize SOPs, checklists, and review gates
Recommend technology and automation that reduces manual steps
Capture wins in a living playbook

Client Collaboration & HR Consulting

Translate payroll into decisions.

Join client calls, surface impacts (cash, compliance, timing), and deliver clear takeaways leaders can act on
Consult on HR/payroll policy questions, classification, and pay practices
Sell additional services that build client loyalty and satisfaction

Data Integrity

Leave a trail anyone can follow.

Keep folders organized, naming consistent, and documentation complete so any reviewer or auditor can follow your work quickly

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related discipline
3–5 years of payroll experience, including multi-state and multi-client cycles
Supervisory experience leading a payroll team
Intermediate to advanced payroll knowledge with strong problem-resolution skills
Comfort with payroll platforms (e.g., Gusto, ADP, Paychex, QuickBooks Payroll, Rippling) and cloud accounting tools
Strong Excel/Google Sheets skills (lookups, pivots)
Confident written and spoken English; client-facing presence
Comfortable working U.S. business hours (night shift, PH-based)

Preferred (nice to have):

CPP or FPC certification
Experience leading payroll for CPA-firm or accounting-services clients
Payroll system implementation experience

HOW WE WORK

Quality: Review notes, standardized workpapers, and tidy supporting schedules — every time
Security: MFA, least-privilege access, and secure file sharing are non-negotiable
Collaboration: Slack/Zoom/Teams standups, shared task boards, and predictable review cycles

WHY CAS IS DIFFERENT

We are not a gig platform. We are not a freelance marketplace. We are not short-term staffing.

We invest in professionals who want to build a real career serving U.S. clients. At CAS, you get:

Career-level USD compensation based on experience and scope
Permanent remote work — done right
Full company equipment provided (laptop, monitor, accessories)
15 days PTO annually + local holidays off
Guaranteed annual increases
Referral rewards up to $1,000
Monthly flexible stipend (CAS Flex Perks)
Structured onboarding and support
A culture that actually shows up

CONTRACT & EXCLUSIVITY

This is an independent contractor engagement based in the Philippines. Full-time exclusivity is required — candidates must not hold other part-time or freelance engagements once hired. Conflict-of-interest checks may apply.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Application & Prescreening
Technical Assessment
Profile and Pre-interview Preparation
Client Interview
Employment Offer and Onboarding

READY TO TAKE THE NEXT STEP

Your next big career move starts here.

https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/cas

US Payroll Manager (US Experience)