Global Payroll and Compensation Specialist

Forge; Denver (CO); Remote; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm seeks a Global Payroll and Compensation Specialist to ensure accurate payroll processing across multiple countries. This role involves navigating complex tax regulations and labor laws while supporting competitive compensation strategies. You'll collaborate with HR, finance, and external providers to resolve discrepancies and optimize payroll processes. If you have a passion for payroll management and want to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that values boldness, humility, and accountability while contributing to groundbreaking projects in the private market.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience in global payroll and compensation.
• Strong knowledge of multi-state laws and taxes.

Responsibilities

• Own and process all payrolls, including biweekly and monthly RSU releases.
• Lead vendor evaluation for international payroll.

Skills

Global Payroll Management

Compensation Analysis

ADP Workforce Now

Time Management

Microsoft Excel

Tools

Radford

Compensia

Pave

Job description

Global Payroll and Compensation Specialist

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At Forge (NYSE: FRGE), our team is our greatest asset. As technology innovators in the private market, we aim to deliver a richer future for everyone. We embody our values of being bold, humble, and accountable, contributing to innovations from space travel to plant-based nutrition.

Our services include liquidity solutions, data insights, custody, and a vibrant marketplace, aiming to build a transparent, accessible, and seamless global private market infrastructure. Employees can sell private shares, employers can reward shareholders pre-IPO, and investors can participate in private unicorn growth.

Due to increasing demand, we are expanding our team to serve more companies, teams, and innovators.

The Role:

A Global Payroll and Compensation Specialist ensures accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing across multiple countries and supports compensation strategies. They navigate complex tax regulations, labor laws, and company policies to maintain seamless payroll operations. They analyze compensation structures, benchmark salaries, and help ensure competitive pay practices. Collaborating with HR, finance, and external providers, they resolve payroll discrepancies and optimize processes, ensuring compliance and employee trust globally.

Location:

This role is remote in Denver, CO, with quarterly travel to our San Francisco, CA office.

Responsibilities:

1. Own and process all payrolls, including biweekly, monthly RSU releases, quarterly commissions, and monthly European payroll.
2. Lead vendor evaluation for international payroll.
3. Manage payroll-related agency reporting and audits for SOX and external audits.
4. Assist with compensation projects, role pricing, and analysis.
5. Partner with Finance for payroll audits and reconciliations.

Qualifications:

• 5-8 years of experience in global payroll and compensation analysis and benchmarking.
• Strong knowledge of ADP Workforce Now.
• Understanding of multi-state laws, taxes, and their impact on reporting.
• Familiarity with compensation frameworks and salary benchmarking tools (e.g., Radford, Compensia, Pave).
• Excellent time management and ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data analysis).
• Must be located in Denver, CO.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience leading or participating in payroll implementations or vendor assessments.

Salary:

For Denver residents, the annual salary range is $120,000 - $130,000 plus bonus. Final offers vary based on experience, location, and other factors.

Forge is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity, without discrimination based on race, religion, gender, age, veteran status, or disability.