About the Role:

As the Director of Payroll, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of payroll operations for our company. This role requires a seasoned professional with comprehensive experience in handling both US and Canadian payroll processes, including expertise in stock compensation. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, possess strong analytical skills, and have a thorough understanding of payroll regulations in both countries. This role will be based in our San Francisco office in a hybrid capacity two times per week.

What You’ll Do: 

• Oversee North America payroll operations and stock administration, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations
• Build and scale exceptional payroll and stock administration functions to support Upgrade’s growth
• Drive improvements and cross-functional synergies by partnering with Finance, Operations, Legal, People Operations and other organizations
• Build and nurture strong partnerships with payroll service providers
• Manage and oversee the day-to-day operations of the payroll department as well as provide coaching and guidance to the team
• Implement effective controls, establish international payroll and stock administration policies, and ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and other legal requirements applicable in each country, state, and province of operation
• Effectively educate and support employees on payroll and stock-related matters, processes and requirements

What We Look For:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field.
• Expertise in managing payroll operations and stock administration in multiple countries, including a solid understanding of international payroll regulations and compliance requirements
• Demonstrated success in leading the payroll and equity administration functions through rapid growth and global expansion and executing strategies
• Demonstrated success in working cross-functionally to execute strategic initiatives
• Strong leadership and team management skills with a proven track record of building high-performing teams
• Demonstrated success managing 401k payroll administration and annual audits and compliance reviews.
• Proven ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.

Nice to Have:

• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or similar certification
• Experience with Workday payroll software
• Experience managing payroll processes during an IPO
• Public company, including SOX, experience

What We Offer You: 

• Competitive salary and stock option plan
• 100% paid coverage of medical, dental and vision insurance 
• Flexible PTO
• Opportunities for professional growth and development  
• Paid parental leave
• Health & wellness initiatives

The compensation range of this position in San Francisco, CA is USD $170,000-$200,000 annually plus equity and benefits. Within this range, an individual’s base pay will be dependent on a variety of factors, including without limitation, job-related knowledge, skills, education, and experience.

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Identifiers Including name, address, email, telephone number, social security number, driver license number, passport number, and other personal identifying information. Characteristics of protected classifications under California or federal law, including demographic information and other personal information obtained during the application process, such as gender, race, national origin. Professional or employment-related information, such as salary/compensation and benefits packages, other relocation or job preferences, prior background, experience, skills, and other information in support of your application, reference information, other information obtained through background checks, including employment, credit, and criminal history. Education Information. Any other information you provide as a part of  recruitment, job application, or interview process. 

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To consider qualifications, skills, and interest for employment. To communicate with you during the recruitment and interview process. To conduct background checks and verify your information if you are offered employment. To provide compensation, including payroll, and  administer stock options and benefits, including medical, dental, vision, commuter, and retirement benefits. To provide human resources services and conduct performance evaluations. To monitor work eligibility including work-related licenses, credentials, training, and eligibility to work in the United States. To improve recruitment and interview processes and  ensure a safe and efficient working environment. To comply with applicable legal or regulatory requirements including state and federal company reporting obligations.