Payroll & Finance Associate

Overview

This is a full-time, remote Payroll and Finance Associate role on a small, fast-paced team. You will work closely with the finance lead to help keep payroll, invoicing, and financial operations accurate and on time as the organization scales.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll end-to-end for both W2/T4 employees and independent contractors across the US and Canada
• Review payroll for accuracy and completeness before it is submitted
• Review and send client invoices and coordinate the monthly benefits invoice audit
• Respond to worker payroll inquiries in real time, handling urgent issues promptly rather than letting them sit
• Take on ad hoc finance and administrative tasks as needed while adapting to changing operational needs

Requirements

• 2–6 years of payroll, invoicing, or back-office finance experience in a fast-paced, professional office environment
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy under time pressure (a “hurry up, but get it right” mindset)
• Ownership mindset and comfort pivoting quickly when priorities change
• Experience spanning more of the payroll process (not just one narrow part), with genuine accountability for getting people paid accurately
• Thrives in lean, white-collar environments (small to mid-sized, fast-moving companies rather than large, siloed organizations)
• Comfortable working independently in a fully remote environment with minimal oversight
• Proficient in Excel and able to quickly learn new systems and software
• Clear, professional communication in writing and conversation
• Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required (focus is on understanding core payroll and finance concepts and terminology)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the technology or finance sectors
• Bachelor’s degree

Compensation & Benefits

• $65–70k base
• OTE $75–85k (bonus structure)
• Full benefits structure
• Generous PTO

Location

• Remote (US and Canada payroll responsibilities)