Payroll and Accounts Payable Manager

About the position As a key member of our growing Finance team, the Accounts Payable and Payroll Manager will lead and oversee our accounts payable and payroll operations. With a focus on calculating and recording commission payments, and payroll compliance, this role ensures seamless payroll operations while driving process improvements and system optimizations. You'll combine strategic financial oversight with hands-on execution, focusing on streamlining vendor relationships, optimizing expense management, and ensuring precise compensation administration. You'll play a crucial role in scaling our financial operations while maintaining the highest standards of accuracy and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute comprehensive payroll strategies, managing bi-weekly payroll processing and monthly commission distributions while ensuring 100% accuracy and compliance

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• Manage the complete commission lifecycle for advisors, including calculations, validations, and distributions

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• Drive payroll compliance across federal, state, and local regulations, including tax filings and reporting

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• Lead process improvement initiatives for payroll systems and operations

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• Foster cross-functional partnerships to resolve complex compensation challenges and implement forward-thinking solutions

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• Partner with HR teams to validate commission structures and performance data, ensuring alignment with company goals

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• Provide responsive support to employees regarding payroll inquiries, ensuring clear communication and timely resolution of issues

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• Direct employee reimbursement programs and expense management

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• Oversee month-end and year-end payroll reconciliations and reporting

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• Develop and maintain payroll analytics and reporting for key stakeholders

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

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• 5+ years of progressive experience in payroll management, with demonstrated expertise in complex commission structures

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• Deep technical proficiency in modern payroll platforms (Rippling, Gusto) and advanced Excel modeling

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• Comprehensive understanding of multi-state payroll regulations and tax compliance requirements

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• Proven track record of successfully implementing and optimizing HRIS integrations

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• Demonstrated ability to lead process transformation initiatives and drive system modernization

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• Outstanding analytical capabilities with a data-driven approach to problem-solving

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• Exceptional stakeholder management skills with ability to communicate complex financial concepts clearly

Nice-to-haves

• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification or relevant advanced certifications

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• Experience scaling payroll operations in high-growth fintech environments

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• Deep knowledge of RIA compensation models and regulatory requirements

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• Track record of building commission systems for financial services organizations

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• Experience with SOX compliance and internal controls

Benefits

• Competitive comp package that rewards impact

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• Work alongside some of the brightest minds in fintech

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• Ground-floor opportunity at a fast-scaling startup

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• Chart your own growth path as we expand

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• Full health benefits + 401(k) matching & Roth IRA options

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• Unlimited PTO

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