Payroll & A/P Lead (Manager)

Payroll & Accounts Payable Lead (Manager) Rapidly growing start-up VC-backed tech company is seeking a lead Payroll (75%) and A/P (25%) Leader as its next addition to a new, evolving team.  The Payroll and A/P Leader will own payroll and assist with accounts payable as they scale. This individual will keep employees paid accurately and on time, vendors paid to terms, and expense processes clean - while building the infrastructure that will support a much larger company.This role sits at the operational center of accounting and finance. This is a lean team, so the work is hands-on.  She/he should be comfortable managing competing deadlines, handling sensitive data, and improving process without being asked. This role is in-office.Role Scope

• Process payroll for a multi-state workforce, accurately and on time
• Manage various international payroll runs on a periodic basis
• Assist with accounts payable end-to-end: vendor setup, invoice intake, approval routing, disbursement planning, and reconciliation
• Administer the employee expense reimbursement process and corporate card program
• Support benefits administration in coordination with HR
• Maintain payroll records and prepare reports for audit, tax, and internal purposes
• Stay current on state and local payroll tax compliance as we add employees in new jurisdictions
• Identify and drive improvements to payroll and AP systems and workflows

• 6+ years of payroll experience, ideally at a high growth or fast-paced for-profit co.
• Exposure to A/P cycle is preferred
• Preferred experience with payroll platforms (Rippling), AP platforms (Bill.com/Ramp) and accounting systems (NetSuite or Sage Intacct)
• Working knowledge of multi-state payroll tax requirements
• High bar for accuracy and ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Organized and deadline-driven
• Process-oriented: you look for ways to make things better and improve processes, not just keep them running
• Self-starter who can operate with in a fast-moving environment and learn quickly

• $125,000 - $135,000 (depending on qualifications)
• Equity package offered
• Fantastic, competitive health/medical, 401k, PTO and company perks