At Ripple, we’re building a world where value moves like information does today. It’s big, it’s bold, and we’re already doing it. Through our crypto solutions for financial institutions, businesses, governments and developers, we are improving the global financial system and creating greater economic fairness and opportunity for more people, in more places around the world. And we get to do the best work of our career and grow our skills surrounded by colleagues who have our backs. 

If you’re ready to see your impact and unlock incredible career growth opportunities, join us, and build real world value.

THE WORK:

Due to the growth of Ripple, we are looking for a dedicated Payroll Director to lead our Company’s global payroll activities. The best individual for the role will lead the development of scalable processes, oversee payroll systems environment and ensure timely and accurate global payroll submission and reporting. Ripple’s technology is innovative which leads to complexities in our compensation and reporting.

This role is part of our finance team and reports directly to the Senior Director of Financial Operations. The ideal candidate will have experience leading a payroll team in a multifaceted environment, with a solid experience of both US and global payroll processes. Success in this role requires strong organizational skills and the ability to meet targets consistently, leading recurring tasks while also contributing to special cross-functional projects and addressing unique challenges as they arise. A high level of emotional intelligence is very meaningful as this position involves building and maintaining relationships across multiple levels and functions within the Company. The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated professional with the drive and expertise to lead the payroll team, focusing on compliance and continuous improvement initiatives.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Lead global payroll operations and partnership with multiple partners to provide support on global payroll related issues
• Proactively identify areas of process improvement within global payroll operations and implement solutions to automate and streamline processes to be scalable and drive efficiencies while maintaining strong quality controls
• Lead and manage the day to day global payroll activities ensuring accurate & timely processing in compliance with Company's policies and local tax and labor regulations
• Review and approve all payroll related transactions
• Ensure timely filings with appropriate government authorities
• Manage, coach, and develop a global team of 4
• Lead the 2024 year-end payroll activities globally
• Partner with cross functional groups within the Company including global tax operations, stock administration, employment litigation and people operations teams on global equity, global mobility and new business activities to ensure global payroll needs are identified, considered and communicated
• Maintain a complete understanding of all US federal/state wage and hour laws related to payroll including garnishments, benefits, leave of absence, 401k, FSA and taxes
• Optimize standard procedures for payroll processing, ensuring strong internal controls and segregation of duties.
• Lead the transition from ADP Streamline to ADP Celergo for five of our international entities within 2023.
• Serve as a subject matter authority to employees and cross-functional partners, ensuring issues are resolved in a timely manner.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING: 

• Applicants with a BS degree or equivalent experience in payroll are encouraged to apply; CPP certification is a plus
• 10+ years work experience including multi state and payroll and taxes, including global mobility taxes
• 6+ years of managerial experience
• High emotional intelligence, ability to build and sustain relationships at multiple levels within and outside of finance
• Willing to “roll-up the sleeves” in order to accomplish all vital tasks
• Experience with ADP Workforce Now, ADP Streamline, ADP Celergo, and/or other comparable payroll systems
• Ability to lead a team and manage the team’s workload in a SOX compliant environment
• Experience onboarding new payroll solutions globally
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to effectively communicate across departments and at all levels
• Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to identify issues and propose solutions to complex and unusual situations
• Strong work ethic and ability to be productive and successful in a fast-paced work environment
• Demonstrate complete discretion and confidentiality
• Experience with Payrolls larger than 1,000 employees
• Comfortable leading teams through ambiguity and be a champion of change
• Problem solving and decision-making capacity in a high growth environment

For positions that will be based in CA, the annual salary range for this position is below. Actual salaries may vary based on numerous factors including, among other things, an individual applicant’s experience and qualifications for the position. This range does not include equity or additional compensation, such as bonuses or commissions. CA Annual Base Salary Range$190,400—$238,000 USD

WHO WE ARE:

Do Your Best Work

• The opportunity to build in a fast-paced start-up environment with experienced industry leaders
• A learning environment where you can dive deep into the latest technologies and make an impact.  A professional development budget to support other modes of learning.
• Thrive in an environment where no matter what race, ethnicity, gender, origin, or culture they identify with, every employee is a respected, valued, and empowered part of the team.
• In-office collaboration for moments that matter is important to our culture, and we give managers and teams the flexibility to decide which 10+ days a month they come in. 
• Weekly all-company meeting - business updates and ask me anything style discussion with our Leadership Team
• We come together for moments that matter which include team offsites, team bonding activities, happy hours and more!

Take Control of Your Finances

• Competitive salary, bonuses, and equity
• Competitive benefits that cover physical and mental healthcare, retirement, family forming, and family support
• Employee giving match
• Mobile phone stipend

Take Care of Yourself

• R&R days so you can rest and recharge
• Generous wellness reimbursement and weekly onsite & virtual programming
• Generous vacation policy - work with your manager to take time off when you need it
• Industry-leading parental leave policies. Family planning benefits.
• Catered lunches, fully-stocked kitchens with premium snacks/beverages, and plenty of fun events

Benefits listed above are for full-time employees. 

Ripple is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We do not discriminate against qualified employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, sexual identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, military status, or any other characteristic protected by local law or ordinance.   Please find our UK/EU Applicant Privacy Notice and our California Applicant Privacy Notice for reference.