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. 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.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Reston, Virginia
Salary
$125,000–$135,000 Per Year
Description
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
Desired Experience/Training
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
Compensation
$125,000 - $135,000 (depending on qualifications)
Equity package offered
Fantastic, competitive health/medical, 401k, PTO and company perks