Payroll Initiatives Lead

Seoulstart; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Relocation assistance

Job summary

OpenAI in San Francisco is seeking a Payroll Initiatives Lead to scale the payroll ecosystem across the organization. This role is critical, partnering with global teams to manage end-to-end payroll initiatives, including equity and variable compensation programs, and ensuring timely, accurate processing.

The position supports a hybrid work model (3 days in the office) and relocation assistance for new hires, reflecting OpenAI's commitment to top talent.

Qualifications

• Broad end-to-end payroll experience including integration work.
• Experience scaling payroll ecosystems for a fast-growing org.
• Knowledge of equity and variable compensation payroll processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead payroll integrations for global M&A transactions.
• Coordinate transition planning through stabilization phases.
• Collaborate with acquired companies to finalize payrolls, equity and variable compensation.

Skills

Payroll integrations

M&A payroll

Equity payroll

Cross-functional leadership

Job description

OpenAI# Payroll Initiatives LeadNew roles land in Following.San FranciscoPosted 19 days agofulltimeApply on OpenAI's career page## Job description previewFrom OpenAI’s original postingAbout the Team OpenAI Finance is responsible for ensuring the organization is set up for success in pursuit of its mission. OpenAI’s Payroll team is responsible for ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant payroll processing while supporting the company’s growth and strategic initiatives. About the Role At OpenAI, payroll is not a back-office function — it is mission-critical infrastructure. We are seeking a Payroll Initiatives Lead with broad, end-to-end payroll experience to scale the payroll ecosystem in support of one of the world’s fastest-growing and most technically sophisticated organizations. This role will apply that expertise to high-value processes, strategic initiatives, and complex business needs beyond day-to-day payroll processing. This role is based in San Francisco, CA. We use a hybrid work model of 3 days in the office per week and offer relocation assistance to new employees. In this role, you will: - Lead payroll integrations for global M&A transactions, coordinating payroll activities from transition planning through stabilization. - Partner with acquired companies to complete final payrolls accurately and on time, including equity, variable compensation,...Open full posting on OpenAI’s site