Global Payroll & Equity Systems Lead

Hopper; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Travel stipend

Work-from-home stipend

Employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision

Generous parental leave

Access to Disability & Life insurance

Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)

401k plan

Job summary

Hopper is seeking a Senior Manager of Global Payroll Systems & Equity Operations to lead payroll modernization and scalability for workforce compensation. This role involves overseeing global payroll across various provider models and ensuring compliance with financial standards while managing a small team.

Candidates should possess extensive experience in navigating payroll operations and equity administration, particularly with platforms like Shareworks, along with a strong capability for systems automation and compliance.

Benefits include competitive salary, unlimited PTO, and comprehensive health coverage among others.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing multi-country payroll operations.
• Direct familiarity with equity platforms like Shareworks.
• Strong track record of designing HRIS integrations and optimizing workflows.
• Deep knowledge of payroll controls and financial audit readiness.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and upskill a remote operational team.
• Ability to convert complex operational patterns into data-driven decisions.

Responsibilities

• Own the global payroll operating model across various provider types.
• Manage a small team while maintaining high operational standards.
• Administer employee equity in Shareworks, managing grant processing.
• Identify automation workflows to minimize manual data transfers.
• Partner with departments to drive payroll platform consolidations.
• Strengthen compliance protocols and documentation for audits.
• Establish accountability metrics and data scorecards for function accuracy.
• Resolve complex payroll challenges in collaboration with other teams.

Skills

Global Payroll Leadership

Equity Administration Expertise

Systems & Automation Focus

Controls & Compliance Rigor

Player-Coach Capability

Commercial & Analytical Mindset

Job description

Hopper is seeking a Senior Manager of Global Payroll Systems & Equity Operations to lead payroll modernization and scalability for workforce compensation. This role involves overseeing global payroll across various provider models and ensuring compliance with financial standards while managing a small team.

Candidates should possess extensive experience in navigating payroll operations and equity administration, particularly with platforms like Shareworks, along with a strong capability for systems automation and compliance.

Benefits include competitive salary, unlimited PTO, and comprehensive health coverage among others.