Senior Payroll Specialist | Finance

BETA Technologies•South Burlington, VT

5d•$95,000 - $115,000

About The Position

At BETA Technologies, we apply our intellectual curiosity, passion for aviation, and commitment to sustainability toward a shared mission of revolutionizing electric aviation. Regardless of the position one holds, each team member brings their talent and desire to positively impact the environment and lives of others in a refreshing, vibrant, and inclusive culture. BETA is seeking an experienced Senior Payroll Specialist to oversee multi-state payroll operations in a fast-paced, high-growth startup environment. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience managing complex multi-state payrolls, processing equity compensation transactions, leveraging HRIS technology, and ensuring compliance across multiple jurisdictions while maintaining the highest level of accuracy and confidentiality.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or related field highly preferred
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification preferred
Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive experience in payroll processing and administration
Proven experience with multi-state payroll, taxes, and reporting
Experience with HRIS systems such as Paylocity, or similar platforms
Experience processing equity compensation transactions through payroll, including Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), Performance Stock Units (PSUs), stock options, and employee stock purchase plans (ESPPs).
Strong understanding of the payroll tax implications of equity compensation, including supplemental wage taxation, withholding requirements, and year-end reporting.
Proficiency in payroll software and HRIS systems
Strong proficiency in Google Suite, MS Word, Excel (advanced), and PowerPoint
Ability to generate and analyze complex payroll reports
Highly analytical, accurate, and detail-oriented
Strong knowledge of payroll taxes, reporting requirements, employment laws, and compliance regulations
Excellent ability to multitask and prioritize in a busy, fast-growth environment
Exceptional communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
Ability to handle confidential information with extraordinary discretion
Self-motivated, quick-thinking, flexible, and creative
Proactively takes initiative and makes decisions confidently
Able to manage risk and adjust to changing projects and strategies

Nice To Haves

Experience with Canadian or international payroll regulations
Track record of implementing or upgrading HRIS/payroll systems
Experience managing payroll through organizational changes or M&A activities
Strong leadership and team-building skills
Understanding of system development life cycle
Ability to work independently and with cross-functional teams
Effective presentation skills for communicating insights behind payroll data
Experience in a high-growth startup or manufacturing environment

Responsibilities

Manage all aspects of multi-state payroll processing, including payroll calculations, deductions, adjustments, hours worked, and benefit deductions, ensuring accuracy and compliance
Process weekly and bi-weekly payrolls, maintaining comprehensive payroll records in systems and managing all updates
Process and reconcile equity-related payroll transactions, including RSUs, PSUs, stock option exercises, and other equity compensation events, ensuring accurate taxation, reporting, and compliance.
Administer and monitor time tracking throughout the company
Support month, quarter, and year-end payroll processes and reporting
Stay current with multi-state payroll tax laws and regulations, processing payroll taxes accurately and on time
Handle tax filings and reporting requirements across multiple states
Maintain solid understanding of employment law, HR compliance, payroll law, and local, state, and federal regulations
Support regulatory compliance and reporting for payroll, benefits, leaves, and workers compensation
Prepare and audit payroll processes for maximum accuracy
Utilize and optimize HRIS systems such as Paylocity, or similar platforms
Generate regular and ad-hoc reports from HRIS systems
Analyze payroll data for accuracy and compliance, providing insights and recommendations based on data analysis
Support HRIS implementation, configuration, and testing including modules, workflows, and user access permissions
Identify opportunities for process improvements in payroll systems and procedures
Streamline procedures and implement best practices to enhance efficiency and accuracy
Recommend new approaches, policies, and procedures to effect continual improvements
Support development and administration of various payroll plans and procedures
Reconcile payroll accounts, investigate and resolve discrepancies in payroll data
Address employee inquiries and provide support to the payroll and finance team
Build strong relationships with internal and external teams through great communication
Provide guidance and mentoring to junior payroll team members
Work closely with cross-functional teams using good judgment and discretion