# Payroll & Stock Plan Administrator

**Company:** [Current](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/current)
**Location:** New York, NY
**Role:** Finance & Accounting
**Salary:** $125k – $150k/yr
**Experience:** 3+ years
**Skills:** payroll processing, equity administration, Excel, HRIS, justworks, carta, tax compliance, multi-state payroll, equity compensation, rsus, stock options
**Posted:** 2026-07-22

> Process bi-weekly corporate payroll and administer private company equity plans (options/RSUs) for a fintech with 185+ employees. Requires 3+ years combined payroll and equity experience, Excel proficiency, and knowledge of HRIS, tax rules, and compliance.

## Job Description

## 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

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