Accounting Manager (Payroll and Equity)

Accountabilities

• Manage global payroll accounting activities and equity administration while ensuring accurate reporting, compliance, and efficient financial processes.
• Work closely with internal teams and external service providers to support month-end close, audits, and ongoing finance operations.
• Manage outsourced payroll providers across multiple regions, including the United States, APAC, and EMEA, ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing.
• Oversee payroll accounting activities, including funding processes, journal entries, account reconciliations, payroll accruals, bonuses, commissions, and tax-related accounts.
• Ensure compliance with local payroll regulations and labor requirements by collaborating with external payroll partners.
• Manage employee and payroll provider payments, tax authority payments, and related operational processes.
• Support retirement plan administration, employee payroll inquiries, and payroll cost analysis.
• Aid in audit requests and provide accurate financial documentation when required.
• Manage global equity administration processes, including stock-based compensation accounting and equity transaction reporting.
• Maintain accurate equity records using equity management platforms and ensure timely reconciliation of related accounts.
• Collaborate with People Operations and Legal teams on equity transactions, reporting requirements, and disclosures.
• Assist with annual valuation processes and continuous improvement initiatives across accounting operations.

Requirements

• An experienced accounting professional with strong expertise in payroll accounting, international finance operations, and equity administration.
• Excellent attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced global environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in corporate accounting, payroll accounting, international accounting, or related finance roles.
• Strong experience managing full-cycle payroll accounting processes, including payroll reviews, approvals, funding, journal entries, and reconciliations.
• Experience working with external payroll providers and managing multi-entity international environments.
• Solid understanding of GAAP, month-end close procedures, internal controls, and accounting best practices.
• Experience with payroll compliance processes and international accounting operations.
• Previous Big 4 public accounting experience is preferred, or demonstrated expertise in accounting controls and processes.
• Experience in the software, SaaS, or technology industry is a plus.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong proficiency with Microsoft Office and G-Suite tools.
• Experience with financial systems such as NetSuite, SAP S/4HANA, Bill.com, ADP Workforce Now, Deel, or GoGlobal.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage deadlines, adapt to changing priorities, and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent analytical abilities, accuracy, and attention to detail.

Benefits

• Temporary position with potential opportunity for full-time employment.
• Remote-friendly work environment.
• Flexible working arrangements designed to support productivity and work-life balance.
• Competitive total rewards package.
• Opportunity to contribute to global finance operations within an innovative technology environment.
• Career development and growth opportunities.
• Collaboration with a diverse, international team of professionals.
• Inclusive workplace culture focused on innovation and continuous improvement.