Global Payroll Manager at Airtable in San Francisco, CA

Airtable is the no-code app platform that empowers people closest to the work to accelerate their most critical business processes. More than 500,000 organizations, including 80% of the Fortune 100, rely on Airtable to transform how work gets done. Airtable is seeking a Global Payroll Manager to lead and optimize our end-to-end payroll operations across the U.S., Australia, Canada, and the UK. In this high-impact role, you’ll ensure payroll accuracy, compliance, and timely processing for our growing global team. You’ll have the opportunity to build scalable payroll processes, strengthen audit readiness, and partner cross-functionally to deliver a seamless employee experience—all while driving continuous improvement in a fast-paced, innovative environment. What you'll do Manage end-to-end payroll processing for exempt and hourly employees across all global entities (U.S., Australia, Canada, UK) Ensure accurate, compliant, and timely payroll execution, including setup for new hires and processing of all employee changes (compensation, deductions, benefits, garnishments, tax elections) Maintain compliance with wage and hour regulations, payroll tax registration and filing requirements, and ensure complete payroll records in line with legal and tax obligations Drive payroll controls and documentation, serving as the payroll compliance owner (including SOX-ready controls where applicable) Perform pre- and post-payroll audits, reconciliations, and variance analysis to proactively identify and resolve discrepancies Own monthly, quarterly, and annual payroll reconciliations and reporting (W-2, amendments, 401(k) testing, payroll tax filings) Manage incentive and equity payroll processing (ISOs, NQSOs), ensuring accurate withholding, reporting, and tax submissions Liaise with auditors and coordinate payroll tax, benefits, and compliance audits, ensuring documentation readiness and timely issue resolution Partner with Accounting to support month-end close, including review of payroll journal entries, accruals, and reconciliation of payroll registers and bank deposits Collaborate with People, Finance, Legal, and external vendors to resolve payroll issues, improve efficiency, and maintain data integrity Continuously improve payroll operations by building scalable workflows, documenting processes, and strengthening internal controls Leverage AI or automation to streamline payroll processes, improve data accuracy, and reduce manual effort Who you are Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent practical experience) with 7+ years of progressive payroll experience, including ownership of U.S. payroll in a high-growth technology company; global payroll (AU, UK, CA) exposure strongly preferred Deep knowledge of U.S. payroll, wage and hour compliance, and employment tax regulations, including federal and multi-state requirements Experience operating in complex multi-state and multi-country environments, including managing payroll through Employer of Record (EOR) partners and supporting expansion into new jurisdictions Working knowledge of payroll accounting principles Experience administering equity and incentive payroll (RSUs, ISOs, NQSOs) and related payroll tax reporting and withholding Hands-on experience with modern payroll, HRIS, and time tracking systems such as Workday (preferred) and ADP; ability to troubleshoot and improve workflows across integrated systems Demonstrated ability to operate with high ownership in a fast-paced environment—able to prioritize competing deliverables, manage deadlines, and drive issues to resolution Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to partner effectively across HR, Finance/Accounting, Legal, external vendors, and employees Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities, sound judgment, and exceptional attention to detail and accuracy Advanced Excel skills (e.g., data analysis, reconciliations, reporting) Experience using AI or automation to streamline payroll processes, improve data accuracy, and reduce manual effort Airtable is an equal opportunity employer. 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