Payroll & Stock Plan Administrator

Responsibilities

Payroll Administration (60%)

• Process accurate, timely bi-weekly/semi-monthly payrolls for 185+ employees using payroll systems and HRIS platforms.
• Review, validate, and approve timecards, bonuses, commissions, and deductions.
• Manage employee onboarding, offboarding, and process status changes in the payroll system.
• Reconcile payroll sub-ledgers to the general ledger and prepare monthly, quarterly, and year-end payroll statements.
• Ensure strict compliance with federal, state (New York), and local tax withholding laws and labor regulations.
• Administer wage garnishments, tax levies, and support annual financial and internal audits.

Stock Plan Administration (40%)

• Administer the company's equity compensation plans (e.g., Stock Options, RSUs) using private equity management software.
• Process equity transactions meticulously, including option exercises, cancellations, and restricted stock vesting.
• Track and manage vesting schedules and grant criteria, ensuring perfect data integrity.
• Partner with the Legal, Finance, and HR teams to support regulatory compliance and ensure seamless reporting for financial audits.
• Act as the internal subject matter expert, assisting employees with stock plan questions, account navigation, and exercise processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3+ years of progressive, hands-on experience handling both payroll processing and equity administration. Private company equity experience is strongly preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong working knowledge of modern HRIS/payroll platforms and dedicated equity management tools. Experience with Justworks and Carta is preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with taxation concepts surrounding equity compensation, global mobility (if applicable), and multi-state payroll regulations.
• Exceptional organizational skills, high attention to detail, and the ability to maintain strict confidentiality with sensitive financial and HR data.

Compensation & Benefits

This role has a base salary range of $125,000 - $150,000. Compensation is determined based on experience, skill level, and qualifications.

Current offers a competitive total rewards package which includes base salary, equity, and comprehensive benefits:

• Meaningful equity in the form of stock options
• 401(k) plan
• Discretionary performance bonus program
• Biannual performance reviews
• Medical, Dental and Vision premiums covered at 100% for you and your dependents
• Flexible time off and paid holidays
• Generous parental leave policy
• Commuter benefits
• Fitness benefits
• Healthcare and Dependent care FSA benefit
• Employee Assistance Programs focused on mental health
• Healthcare advocacy program for all employees
• Access to mental health apps
• Team building activities
• Our modern NYC office with open floor plan, stocked kitchen, and catered lunches