Payroll & A/P Lead (Manager)

Cherry Bekaert • Annandale, VA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

A rapidly growing, VC-backed technology start-up is seeking a Payroll and Accounts Payable Lead to join a new, evolving team. The role focuses primarily on payroll (75%) and also supports accounts payable (25%). The Lead will own payroll operations and assist with accounts payable as the company scales, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time, vendors are paid according to terms, and expense processes are maintained. The position will also help build operational infrastructure for a larger company.

This is a hands-on role at the operational center of accounting and finance on a lean team. The successful candidate will manage competing deadlines, handle sensitive information, and proactively improve processes. The role is in-office.

Requirements

• At least 6 years of payroll experience.
• Working knowledge of multi-state payroll tax requirements.
• High accuracy and discretion when handling confidential information.
• Strong organization and ability to meet deadlines.
• A process-oriented approach and initiative to improve workflows.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-moving environment and learn quickly.

Nice To Haves

• Payroll experience at a high-growth or fast-paced for-profit company.
• Exposure to the accounts payable cycle.
• Experience with payroll platforms such as Rippling.
• Experience with accounts payable platforms such as Bill.com or Ramp.
• Experience with accounting systems such as NetSuite or Sage Intacct.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll accurately and on time for a multi-state workforce.
• Manage periodic international payroll runs.
• Support the end-to-end accounts payable cycle, including vendor setup, invoice intake, approval routing, disbursement planning, and reconciliation.
• Administer employee expense reimbursements and the 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 the company adds employees in new jurisdictions.
• Identify and drive improvements to payroll and accounts payable systems and workflows.

Benefits

• Equity package
• Health and medical benefits
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Company perks

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed