Global Payroll and Compliance Manager

About Kandji

Kandji is the Apple Device Management and Security Platform. Kandji empowers companies to manage and secure Apple devices in the enterprise and at scale. By centrally securing and managing Mac, iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV devices, IT and InfoSec teams can save countless hours of manual, repetitive work with features like one-click compliance templates and more than 150 pre-built automations, apps, and workflows. 

Device Harmony is our vision for tearing down the wall between IT and InfoSec to keep every Apple user secure and productive, using connected intelligence and automation. By choosing a career with Kandji, you will play an integral role in contributing to making our vision a reality. Backed by world-class investors such as Tiger Global, Greycroft, B Capital Group, Okta Ventures, the Spruce House Partnership, and First Round Capital, Kandji has raised over $100+M in capital to date.

Trusted by industry leaders, Kandji’s rapidly growing customer base includes companies like Ramp, Notion, Netskope, Noom, Turo, Groupon, VoxMedia, and more. 

Recognized for its award-winning products, Kandji was recently named the #1 fastest-growing app in Okta’s 2023 Businesses at Work Report and a G2 Best Software 2023 Award Winner for Fastest Growing Products! 

The Opportunity

We are in search of an experienced Global Payroll and Compliance Manager to oversee comprehensive payroll processing and guarantee adherence to relevant laws and regulations. The preferred candidate should demonstrate robust analytical abilities, a deep comprehension of payroll protocols, and extensive familiarity with tax regulations. The selected Payroll Compliance Manager will be tasked with overseeing global payroll personnel, upholding precise records, and instituting optimal practices to enhance payroll efficiency. They will ultimately be responsible for financial management of all non-US legal entities of the Group and ensuring all regulatory and statutory reporting requirements are met. Some key responsibilities include providing oversight over integrity of information reported each month on a legal entity level and ensuring that all local statutory and regulatory reporting obligations are met.

• Global Payroll Management:
• Oversee the end-to-end payroll processing for all legal entities, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with local laws and company policies.
• Ensure strict adherence to local, state, provincial, and federal payroll tax regulations, guaranteeing accurate filing of tax returns and timely payments.
• Establish and uphold robust payroll procedures and internal controls to maintain precision and compliance standards.
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of payroll software and systems, with the ability to evaluate, implement, or upgrade payroll technology as needed.
• Participate actively in special projects pertaining to payroll, such as system upgrades or implementations, to ensure seamless execution.
• Act as the primary point of contact for external auditors, tax authorities, and other regulatory bodies regarding payroll-related matters.
• Provide exemplary customer service by promptly addressing employee inquiries pertaining to payroll matters. 

• Compliance and Financial Reporting:
• Manage statutory books of non-US legal entities, preparing reconciliations, financial statements, and various analysis needed.
• Bring global compliance and reporting in-house and standardize policies, processes, and procedures, creating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) while accommodating regional variations and legal requirements.
• Ensure all regional statutory accounts and regulatory reports are accurate and filed timely, such as filing VAT / GST and annual corporate and tax returns. 
• Stay abreast of updates in payroll and general compliance laws and regulations, effectively communicating implications to both management and staff, if needed.
• Comfortable with ambiguity and a wide range of dynamic responsibilities, adapting quickly to changing circumstances and requirements.

• At least a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field is required.
• Minimum of ten (10)+ years of experience in payroll processing and compliance, with several years spent in a supervisory capacity.
• Comprehensive knowledge of global payroll laws and regulations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with an acute attention to detail.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, including the ability to motivate and develop team members.
• Proficiency in thriving in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapting to shifting priorities.
• Experience with multi-state payroll, international payroll processing, and proficiency in financial tools, Workday experience is a plus.
• Strong educational background and extensive experience in payroll processing and compliance.

These requirements are for the strongest, ideal candidate.  Even if you do not outperform every bullet point, Kandji encourages you to apply.  We promote a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture and recognize that even the strongest candidates won’t have all desired experiences and qualifications.

Benefits & Perks

 • Competitive salary

 • 100% individual and dependent medical + dental + vision coverage

 • 401(k) with a 4% company match

 • 20 days PTO

 • 14 paid holidays per year

 • 10 health and wellness days per year

 • Kandji Wellness Week Off July 1 - July 5, 2024

 • Equity for full-time employees

 • 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents

 • Paid Family and Medical Leave

 • Modern Health - Mental Health Benefits - Individual and Dependents

 • Monthly Utilities stipend

 • Gym Membership

 • Lunch 3 Days/Week

 • Exciting opportunities for career growth

 • An outstanding, inclusive culture

We are excited to be serving a significant need for a fast-growing market, and are proud of the high-performing team we have brought together so far. If you’re someone who wants to engage in new, exciting projects that will challenge your skills in the best way possible, we would love to connect with you.

At Kandji we believe in fostering an inclusive environment in which employees feel encouraged to share their unique perspectives, leverage their strengths, and act authentically. We know that diverse teams are strong teams, and welcome those from all backgrounds and varying experiences.

Kandji is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, protected veteran or military status or any other status protected by applicable law.