Payroll Manager at Astranis

San Francisco, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Aerospace, TelecommunicationsIndustries

Requirements

7+ years of payroll experience, with at least 2+ years in a leadership or management role
Proven track record of running payroll in California and in multi-state environments for both exempt and non-exempt employees
Strong knowledge of payroll regulations, tax requirements, and labor compliance
Hands-on experience with payroll systems (Paylocity and ADP are a bonus)
Ability to manage sensitive data with discretion, accuracy, and confidentiality
Strong cross-functional collaboration skills, particularly with HR, Finance, and Accounting
Detail orientation and process discipline, with the ability to scale systems as the company grows

Responsibilities

Own the end-to-end bi-monthly payroll process, including preparation, processing, and review for all employees
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations and labor laws
Manage payroll systems and vendor relationships, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and scalability
Partner with PeopleOps, Finance, and Accounting to ensure alignment on headcount, benefits, and reporting
Drive continuous improvements in payroll operations, introducing automation and controls that scale with growth
Prepare and deliver payroll-related reports to leadership, including labor cost analysis and headcount trends
Own payroll audits, tax filings, and compliance reviews, working closely with internal and external partners
Provide employees with high-quality support, ensuring clarity and accuracy on payroll matters

Skills

Payroll Processing

Multi-State Payroll

Payroll Compliance

Vendor Management

Process Automation

Systems Improvement

Bi-Monthly Payroll

Astranis

Develops low-cost telecommunications satellites

About Astranis

Astranis develops and deploys spacecraft for Geostationary Orbit, focusing on providing internet connectivity to the 4 billion people worldwide without access. The company designs, manufactures, and operates low-cost telecommunications satellites, offering bandwidth-as-a-service to commercial and government customers. This approach allows Astranis to deliver services at a lower cost than traditional providers, making it appealing for reaching new markets. With over $1 billion in satellite services sold in the past two years and plans for additional satellite launches, Astranis is positioned for growth. The company's goal is to bridge the digital divide and connect underserved populations globally.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2015Year Founded

$587.2MTotal Funding

SERIES_DCompany Stage

Aerospace, DefenseIndustries

201-500Employees

Benefits

An equity stake in the company.

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Unlimited vacation days.

Healthy, delicious, free lunch catered in every day.

Complementary OneMedical membership.

Great office chairs, stand-up desks, and a machine shop.

Reimbursement to spend on commuting from outside SF

Generous, fully-paid parental leave.

Risks

Competition from SpaceX's Starlink and Amazon's Project Kuiper may impact market share.

Continuous R&D investment needed due to rapid technological advancements in satellite tech.

Regulatory challenges in obtaining spectrum licenses could delay satellite deployments.

Differentiation

Astranis offers low-cost satellite solutions for underserved regions, expanding internet access.

The company provides bandwidth-as-a-service, reducing costs for commercial and government clients.

Astranis designs, manufactures, and operates its own satellites, ensuring end-to-end service control.

Upsides

Astranis plans to launch 100 MicroGEO satellites by 2030, increasing market share.

Partnership with Xona Space Systems enhances reputation in the defense sector.

$50 million investment from NTT Docomo Ventures indicates strong investor confidence.

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