Lead Payroll Manager - REMOTE
This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Remote Accounting Manager. In this vital role, you will lead the global payroll accounting and equity administration for a growing AI enterprise. You will oversee partnerships with external payroll providers to ensure compliance, handle various payroll reporting processes, and engage with internal teams for reconciliations and monthly close activities. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, international environment, contributing significantly to finance operations and ensuring a smooth payroll process. This role offers opportunities to impact and streamline practices in a high-growth setting with the potential for full-time engagement. Accountabilities
- Manage outsourced payroll providers across multiple geographies (e.g., US, APAC, EMEA)
- Ensure timely and accurate recording of payroll-related journal entries
- Own reconciliation of payroll-related accounts (payroll accruals, bonuses, commissions, taxes)
- Monitor compliance with local payroll tax regulations and labor laws with external payroll assistance
- Manage payment processes to employees, payroll providers, and tax authorities
- Support 401k administration
- Facilitate responses to employee inquiries regarding payroll
- Provide analysis on payroll-related costs
- Support audit requests as needed
- Manage global equity administration, especially in Carta
- Ensure accounting and reporting accuracy of stock-based compensation and equity transactions
- Collaborate with People Operations and Legal on equity transactions
- Facilitate annual 409a valuation with external providers
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
- At least 7 years of experience in corporate accounting, payroll accounting, and related roles
- Preferred 2 years of Big 4 public accounting experience
- Software and SaaS industry experience preferred
- In-depth knowledge of GAAP and month-end close processes
- Experience in an international multi-entity environment
- Strong time management and project management skills
- Advanced MS Excel skills, proficiency in MS Office and G-Suite
- Demonstrated analytical skills, accuracy, and attention to detail
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage multiple tasks
- Familiarity with systems such as NetSuite, SAP S/4Hana, Bill.com, ADP Workforce Now, and Deel
Benefits
- Market leader in total rewards
- Remote-friendly culture
- Flexible working environment
- Opportunity to be part of a world-class team
- Career growth potential
Why Apply Through Jobgether? We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team. We appreciate your interest and wish you the best! Data Privacy Notice: By submitting your application, you acknowledge that Jobgether will process your personal data to evaluate your candidacy and share relevant information with the hiring employer. This processing is based on legitimate interest and pre-contractual measures under applicable data protection laws (including GDPR). You may exercise your rights (access, rectification, erasure, objection) at any time. #LI-CL1 We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job