Accounts Payable and Payroll Manager - Remote

Overview

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.

In Short

• Design and execute comprehensive payroll strategies, managing bi-weekly payroll processing and monthly commission distributions while ensuring 100% accuracy and compliance
• Manage the complete commission lifecycle for advisors, including calculations, validations, and distributions
• Drive payroll compliance across federal, state, and local regulations, including tax filings and reporting
• Lead process improvement initiatives for payroll systems and operations
• Foster cross-functional partnerships to resolve complex compensation challenges and implement forward-thinking solutions
• Partner with HR teams to validate commission structures and performance data, ensuring alignment with company goals
• Provide responsive support to employees regarding payroll inquiries, ensuring clear communication and timely resolution of issues
• Direct employee reimbursement programs and expense management
• Oversee month-end and year-end payroll reconciliations and reporting
• Develop and maintain payroll analytics and reporting for key stakeholders

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
• 5+ years of progressive experience in payroll management, with demonstrated expertise in complex commission structures
• Deep technical proficiency in modern payroll platforms (Rippling, Gusto) and advanced Excel modeling
• Comprehensive understanding of multi-state payroll regulations and tax compliance requirements
• Proven track record of successfully implementing and optimizing HRIS integrations
• Demonstrated ability to lead process transformation initiatives and drive system modernization
• Outstanding analytical capabilities with a data-driven approach to problem-solving
• Exceptional stakeholder management skills with ability to communicate complex financial concepts clearly

Benefits

• Competitive comp package that rewards impact
• Work alongside some of the brightest minds in fintech
• Ground-floor opportunity at a fast-scaling startup
• Chart your own growth path as we expand
• Full health benefits + 401(k) matching & Roth IRA options
• Unlimited PTO