Payroll Manager

Honeycomb.io

20d • $125,000 - $150,000 • Remote

About The Position

Honeycomb is hiring a Payroll Manager to support its global expansion and shape its payroll operations. The role reports directly to the Controller and maintains payroll operations across the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and additional Employer of Record arrangements. It also handles payroll-related payments, expense reports, travel administration, compliance, audits, reconciliations, reporting, systems, employee data, and benefit-related program tracking. Honeycomb is a fully distributed company.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• At least 6 years of relevant experience in a SaaS or startup environment.
• Proficiency in Rippling.
• Experience with multiple subsidiaries and global payroll.
• Experience using HRIS systems and payroll processors such as Rippling, Vistra, and Remote.
• Strong attention to detail, interpersonal skills, and communication skills.
• Experience as a Payroll Manager or in a similar role, with a strong understanding of payroll procedures and global tax regulations.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Familiarity with account reconciliation processes and general ledger maintenance.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in Google Sheets and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, review, and validate payroll data for the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and additional Employer of Record payrolls.
• Process payments for final paychecks, adjustments, and special pay.
• Process and approve employee expense reports in accordance with the Company Purchase & Expense Policy.
• Manage the Navan travel platform for employees and guests.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, local, and global payroll laws and company policies.
• Maintain accrued PTO schedules for applicable subsidiaries in accordance with local laws.
• Audit payroll tax records.
• Lead the annual 401(k) and Workers’ Compensation audits and assist with the general financial statement audit.
• Create and maintain process documentation and internal controls.
• Reconcile accounts to verify payroll data against financial records.
• Prepare payroll-related journal entries and conduct monthly flux analysis for payroll-related expense accounts.
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries and concerns, providing customer service and support.
• Stay current on global tax regulations and compliance requirements affecting payroll.
• Provide standard and ad hoc payroll reports to internal departments, including Finance and People, with commentary on flux and trends.
• Administer and maintain payroll systems, ensure data integrity, and implement system upgrades and enhancements.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and other departments to gather and validate payroll information, including hires, terminations, promotions, and salary changes.
• Maintain employee data changes, including manager and department updates across Spend Platform and Airbase.
• Maintain employee-related benefit allocations and program trackers, including healthcare, professional development stipends, and work-from-home stipends.

Benefits

• Generous equity with an employee-friendly stock program.
• Transparent pay based on levels relative to experience.
• Unlimited paid time off.
• Home office, co-working, and internet stipend.
• Full benefits coverage for employees, with additional coverage available for dependents.
• Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave, regardless of path to parenthood.
• Annual development allowance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager