Payroll Manager

The role

You will own global payroll operations, payroll accounting, and stock administration. You will build scalable systems and processes to support a fast-moving, high-growth team.

What you will do

• Run end-to-end payroll for the U.S. and international entities
• Own stock administration in Carta
• Close payroll and equity every month
• Manage payroll tax across states and countries
• Write documentation and build controls
• Automate manual processes
• Expand into broader accounting operations including T&E, accounts payable, and month-end reconciliations

Required qualifications

• 4-6 years of progressive payroll experience, with full ownership of U.S. and international payroll
• Payroll tax fluency, including registrations, multi-state nexus, and year-end forms
• Deep knowledge of payroll compliance, tax regulations, and reporting requirements
• Working knowledge of equity compensation mechanics: ISO/NSO, exercises, dispositions, withholding, and reporting
• Ability to pick up Carta quickly is not optional
• Comfort closing the books on your own work: journal entries, accruals, reconciliations
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to independently reconcile and resolve discrepancies
• A proactive, ownership-driven mindset with comfort operating in a fast-moving startup environment

Nice to have

• Carta experience is a plus
• Rippling experience is helpful
• Have worked in a hyper growth company
• Have stood up payroll in a new country
• Have worked directly with external auditors on payroll and equity testing
• Have exposure to AP, AR, or T&E operations

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits for you and your family
• Life Insurance and Disability Benefits
• Retirement Plan (e.g., 401K, pension)
• Parental Leave
• Fertility and family building benefits through Carrot
• Monthly stipend to support your wellness, lifestyle, and work-life balance
• Daily lunches and snacks in the office
• Take what you need vacation policy

About the company

Decagon is a conversational AI platform that enables enterprises to deploy AI agents for personalized customer interactions. It is an in-office company driven by values like Just Get It Done and Winner’s Mindset.