Sr. Payroll Manager

• Manage/process U.S. and International (UK, Australia, Canada, and Brazil) payrolls consisting of 400+ FTEs, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with local regulations.
• Partner with international payroll providers to coordinate payroll processing outside of the U.S.
• Prepare, execute, maintain, and update accurate documentation of payroll processes, policies, and procedures.
• Audit employee records and payroll data in Namely.
• Align payroll processes for newly aligned companies and align them with Validity’s corporate standards, including systems integration and onboarding.

• Research and provide guidance on complex payroll and tax issues, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and international regulations.
• Manage external and internal audits related to payroll and time & attendance, ensuring adherence to company and legal standards.
• Reconcile payroll registers to the General Ledger and provide summaries of earnings, taxes, deductions, leave balances, and other payroll-related data to leadership.
• Calculate payroll liabilities, including employee federal and state income taxes, Social Security, employer payroll taxes, unemployment, and workers’ compensation payments.
• Develop ad hoc financial and operational reporting to support decision-making.

• Administer stock option plans including restricted stock units (RSUs).
• Manage the calculation, reporting, and taxation of equity transactions, including grants, exercises, and vesting schedules.
• Ensure compliance with equity compensation regulations, including 409A requirements.
• Partner with HR, Legal, and Finance teams to reconcile stock compensation accounts and maintain accurate records of all equity-related transactions.
• Respond to employee questions regarding stock compensation plans to ensure clear understanding of the benefits as well as tax & payroll implications.

• Identify opportunities to streamline payroll and equity processes, leveraging technology to enhance efficiency.
• Lead the implementation of best practices, policies, and procedures to improve payroll accuracy and reduce the need for adjustments.
• Collaborate with employees and management to address payroll questions and resolve discrepancies.
• Serve as a strategic partner to leadership, providing insights and recommendations on payroll policies and equity compensation strategies.

• 7+ years of experience managing domestic and international payrolls, with a strong understanding of multi-country payroll regulations.
• Strong proficiency in MS Office (Excel) & Namely HRIS (or similar payroll systems).
• Proven experience administering stock option plans for a private company, including equity-related tax compliance.
• Experience documenting, implementing, and communicating payroll and equity policies and procedures.
• Experience developing complex reporting and reconciliation tools.

• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification.
• Blue Marble or other global payroll platforms.
• Knowledge of international tax and payroll compliance requirements in countries including the UK, Australia, Canada, and Brazil.
• Experience managing the implementation of HRIS systems.

About Validity

For over 20 years, tens of thousands of organizations across the world have relied on Validity solutions to target, contact, engage, and retain customers – using trustworthy data as a key advantage. Validity’s flagship products – Everest, DemandTools, BriteVerify, and GridBuddy Connect – are all highly rated, #1 solutions for sales and marketing professionals. These solutions deliver smarter email campaigns, more qualified leads, more productive sales, and ultimately faster growth.

Validity is a truly unique company - massive revenue growth, top-tier investors, 5-star product ratings, proven ability to acquire and integrate top tech companies and welcome them into the Validity family, a winning culture, and a work environment that fosters hard work, trust, and fun.

Headquartered in Boston, Validity has offices in Denver, London, Sao Paulo, and Sydney. For more information, connect with us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Twitter.

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