Director of Token Payroll

Toku; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job description

About Toku

At Toku, we are a high-tech global compensation and employment platform, offering the unique capabilities of real-time tax calculations, unified global API for employment solutions, and seamless ability to process non-cash compensation such as stock or token grants.

As a result, Toku has become a fundamental partner for crypto companies and their law firms for token generation events (TGE) and launches. Our newest flagship product — Token Grant Administration (TGA), a token cap table management/system of record for every token for every founder, employee, investor, went from product launch in October to billions of dollars in on-platform value.

Toku raised $20 million from a consortium led by Blockchain Capital with Protocol Labs, GMJP, OrangeDAO, Orrick, Reverie, Quantstamp, Next Web Capital, and prominent angel investors including Protocol Labs founder Juan Benet and Alchemy co-founders Nikil Viswanathan and Joe Lau. Read more about Toku in Fortune, Yahoo Finance, and CoinDesk.

To learn more, check our website.

About the role

Toku is looking for an experienced payroll leader to support the growth and development of our complex global financial infrastructure. Reporting directly to the Head of Finance, this role offers a unique opportunity to oversee and optimize both our fiat payroll and crypto payroll infrastructure. This role will work closely with the founders as well and be in a client-facing role.

The ideal candidate will be a hands-on leader with a minimum of 7 years of experience in payroll management, ideally with exposure to crypto and blockchain technologies. There will be many growth opportunities as the company scales.

Responsibilities

• Manage payroll operations across EMEA and APAC regions, overseeing payrolls in upwards of 15 countries.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders to collect and organize payroll data to meet payroll calendar requirements.
• Review and reconcile payroll data within agreed-upon timeframes to ensure accurate and compliant payments to employees and third parties.
• Maintain up-to-date records, processes, and procedures, ensuring compliance with payroll regulations across multiple jurisdictions.
• Monitor payroll provider performance and ensure the implementation of new country payrolls aligns with business standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve payroll-related issues from start to finish.
• Be responsible for statutory filing requirements and stay current on payroll compliance for countries under your purview.
• Serve as the first line of contact for internal employees, external parties, partners, and vendors regarding payroll inquiries.
• Stay abreast of global payroll regulations, tax laws, and compliance requirements, particularly as they pertain to cryptocurrency transactions.
• Work closely with the Customer Success and Implementation teams to ensure smooth onboarding and ongoing experience for our clients.

Requirements

• MBA, BS or equivalent degrees.
• 7+ years of financial management experience, including payroll operations and leadership skills.
• Strong understanding of global payroll laws, tax regulations, and compliance standards.
• Experience in early or late-stage global startups.
• Deep understanding of payroll regulations, accounting principles, and SEC/IRS regulations.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical problem-solving skills, and organizational abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Entrepreneurial mindset and a track record of identifying growth opportunities.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote and agile environment.
• A hustler mentality with a history of founding companies or side projects.

Nice to Have

• CPA
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)

Benefits and Compensation

• Remote-first work culture
• Flexible working hours
• Competitive salary
• Competitive equity
• Apple laptop

Toku is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to being a diverse team that reflects a broad range of background, thought, and experience. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, status as an individual with a disability, status as protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristics. Women, minorities, LGBTQ+, and people from underrepresented backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.