Senior Manager of Payroll and Equity
Senior Manager of Payroll and Equity
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$ 184000 - 230000
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Job Description
Everyone is welcome at Handshake. We know diverse teams build better products and we are committed to creating an inclusive culture built on a foundation of respect for all individuals. We strongly encourage candidates from nontraditional backgrounds historically marginalized or underrepresented groups to apply.
Your impact:
We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Manager Global Payroll and Equity to join our Accounting team and support Handshakes continued growth. In this role you will lead all aspects of global payroll operations including ensuring accurate and timely processing maintaining compliance with international and domestic regulations and driving crossfunctional collaboration. You will play a critical role in leading and developing the team with an eye toward process optimization and transformation.
The ideal candidate is detailoriented highly organized and possesses strong analytical and communication skills. They thrive in a dynamic fastpaced environment and bring a proactive solutionoriented mindset to their work.
Your role:
Oversee payroll processing timely and accurately for 600 employees located in the US Canada and Europe
Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations including periodic filings
Timely address employees inquiries on payroll related matters. Build SLAs and standard operating procedures for payroll helpdesk
Maintain payroll accounting entries and reconciliations collaborate with the accounting team on payroll aspects of the month close and annual financial reporting
Oversee equity administration reporting and regulatory filings
Develop and implement global payroll policies and procedures to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements
Own relationships with consultants and thirdparty vendors supporting payroll preparation employee benefits and compliance
Collaborate with People and other teams to ensure seamless integration of payroll processes
Develop payroll team to support expanding operations through hiring training and supporting junior payroll team members
Research compliance with all relevant laws and regulations including tax laws and employment standards
Maintain confidentiality and oversee sensitive information with discretion
Your experience:
Minimum 5 years of experience in multistate and international payroll management in a fast paced high growth environment
Proven track record of building payroll processes and implementing systems supporting payroll employee benefits and equity administration
Deep knowledge of payroll accounting and reconciliations hands on experience with month end close process
Ability to conduct research on payroll and tax rules through identifying key areas to address and leveraging third party vendors where appropriate
Knowledge of payroll equity and related taxes legislation in the US and Europe related compliance requirements
Solid analytical and organizational skills with great attention to detail
Proficiency in payroll software and systems such as Workday Carta Netsuite
Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related field
Certification in payroll management such as FPC or CPP preferred
Compensation range
- $184000 $230000
For cash compensation we set standard ranges for all roles based on function level and geographic location benchmarked against similar stage growth companies. In order to be compliant with local legislation as well as to provide greater transparency to candidates we share salary ranges on all job postings regardless of desired hiring location. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including geographic location as well as candidate experience and expertise and may vary from the amounts listed above.
About us
Handshake is the career platform for Gen Z. With a community of over 17 million students alumni employers and career educators Handshakes network is where career advice and discovery turn into first second and third jobs. Nearly 1 million companies use Handshake to build their future workforcefrom Fortune 500 to federal agencies school districts to startups healthcare systems to small businesses. Handshake is built for where youre going not where youve been.
When it comes to our workforce strategy weve thought deeply about how worklife should look at Handshake. With our hybridwork model employees benefit from collaboration and shared team experiences three days per week in our vibrant offices and enjoy the flexibility of remote work two days per week (unless noted in the specific job posting). Handshake is headquartered in San Francisco with offices in New York London and Berlin.
What we offer
At Handshake well give you the tools to feel healthy happy and secure.
Benefits below apply to US employees in fulltime positions.
- Equity and ownership in a fastgrowing company.
- 16 Weeks of paid parental leave for birth giving parents & 10 weeks of paid parental leave for nonbirth giving parents.
- Comprehensive medical dental and vision policies including LGTBQ Coverage. We also provide resources for Mental Health Assistance Employee Assistance Programs and counseling support.
- Generous learning & development opportunities and an annual $2000 stipend for you to grow your skills and career.
- Financial coaching through Origin to help you through your financial journey.
- Monthly internet stipend and a brand new MacBook to allow you to do your best work.
- Monthly commuter stipend for you to expense your travel to the office (for officebased employees).
- Free lunch provided 3x a week across all offices.
- Referral bonus to reward you when you bring great talent to Handshake.
- 401k Match: Handshake offers a dollarfordollar match on 1% of deferred salary up to a maximum of $1200 per year.
- All fulltime USbased Handshakers are eligible for our flexible time off policy to get out and see the world. In addition we offer 13 standardized holidays and 2 additional days of flexible holiday time off. Lastly we have a Winter #ShakeBreak a oneweek period of Collective Time Off.
- Handshake offers $500 home office stipend for you to spend during your first 3 months to create a productive and comfortable workspace at home.
- Family support: Parental leave coaching and support provided by Parentaly. We partner with Maven Clinic to provide a lifetime coverage up to $15K for expenses related to fertility and family forming!
- Lifestyle Savings Account: We offer you an annual stipend of $500 to use for purchases such as fitness classes gym memberships workfromhome setup and more.
Looking for more Explore our mission values and comprehensive US benefits at is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or reasonable accommodation please let your recruiter know during initial communications.
Required Experience:
Senior Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
