Payroll & Finance Operations Specialist

CruxOCM; Calgary, Vancouver; Remote; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

CruxOCM, an innovative automation company in the energy sector, is seeking a Payroll & Finance Operations Manager to oversee global payroll operations. This essential role requires a detail-oriented professional who can manage payroll cycles, collaborate with the executive team, and ensure compliance across finance. The position offers competitive compensation and a remote-first work environment within a growth-focused culture.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package, including equity

Comprehensive health benefits

Remote-first work environment

Flexible work arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Growth-mindset culture

A diverse and inclusive environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in multi-state and Canadian payroll cycles.
• Proficient in payroll software and systems.
• Experience in compliance with regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead payroll strategy development and initiatives.
• Streamline payroll processes across departments.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and oversee HR compliance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Certification in payroll management (FPC or CPP preferred)

Tools

Rippling

Rillet

Ramp

Job description

About CruxOCM

CruxOCM is THE go-to automation company for heavy industry. We're backed by venture capital and are shaking things up in the energy sector.

Control room operators deserve the best tools to do their jobs safely and efficiently. And let's not forget about minimizing environmental impact and maximizing revenue! If pilots have autopilot software, why can't control room operators have something similar?

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll & Finance Operations Manager to join our growing team. This role will lead CruxOCM’s global payroll operations and play a vital role in scaling our finance and people systems. As a high-growth startup, we’re looking for someone who thrives in ambiguity, brings structure and insight, and can own and optimize critical business processes across payroll, compliance, and finance operations.

Reporting to the VP of Finance, this role is a unique opportunity to blend technical expertise, operational leadership, and a collaborative mindset to drive cross-functional success at a company redefining industrial automation.

Leadership

• Act as the key liaison between People Ops, Finance, and Accounting for payroll strategy development
• Lead initiatives to streamline payroll processes across departments and systems
• Collaborate with the Executive team to develop long-range operating plans for compensation and benefits
• Support compliance audits and tax filing processes with minimal oversight

Technical

• Minimum 5 years of experience in multi-state and Canadian payroll cycles, ensuring timely, accurate payroll processing and reporting
• Proficiency in payroll software and systems, such as Rippling, Rillet, and Ramp
• Process payroll transactions including bonuses, commissions, off-cycle pay runs, and PTO payouts
• Oversee HR compliance, including maintaining required employee policies
• Support general finance operations, including overseeing health benefits, expense report management, and banking
• Ensure compliance with Canadian and US federal, state, provincial, and local regulations, including filings, police,s and correspondence
• Solid analytical and organizational skills, with great attention to detail
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Certification in payroll management, such as FPC or CPP preferred

What we Offer

• Competitive compensation package, including equity
• Comprehensive health benefits
• Remote-first work environment
• Flexible work arrangements
• Professional development opportunities
• Growth-mindset culture
• A diverse and inclusive environment

CruxOCMis an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We are happy to accommodate any accessibility needs you may have. If you require accommodationto participate in our hiring process, please email [e-mail].