Payroll & Compliance Manager

Juniper Square

Juniper Square

Accounting & Finance, Legal
United States
USD 80k-100k / year
Posted on Jul 3, 2025

About Juniper Square

Our mission is to unlock the full potential of private markets. Privately owned assets like commercial real estate, private equity, and venture capital make up half of our financial ecosystem yet remain inaccessible to most people. We are digitizing these markets, and as a result, bringing efficiency, transparency, and access to one of the most productive corners of our financial ecosystem. If you care about making the world a better place by making markets work better through technology – all while contributing as a member of a values-driven organization – we want to hear from you.

Juniper Square offers employees a variety of ways to work, ranging from a fully remote experience to working full-time in one of our physical offices. We invest heavily in digital-first operations, allowing our teams to collaborate effectively across 27 U.S. states, 2 Canadian Provinces, India, Luxembourg, and England. We also have a physical offices in San Francisco, New York City, Mumbai and Bangalore for employees who prefer to work in an office some or all of the time.

About your role

We’re on the hunt for a standout Global Payroll & Compliance Manager to take the lead on our U.S. and international payroll operations. This is a high-impact, high-visibility role where you’ll own the end-to-end payroll process for our global team—ensuring every paycheck is accurate, on time, and fully compliant. You’ll bring deep expertise in U.S. and Canadian payroll, plus a strong grasp of international compliance. As a trusted partner to our People team, you’ll help create smooth, stress-free payroll experiences and clear, confident communication for employees around the world.

What you’ll do

Payroll Management & Processing

  • Manage the end-to-end processing of US and Canadian payroll using ADP Workforce Now, ensuring accurate calculation of wages, deductions, taxes, and garnishments in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations as well as Canadian provincial payroll regulations including income tax, CPP, and EI.

  • Review and validate payroll data and processing for other international subsidiaries and Employees of Record across various countries.

  • Collaborate closely with our People team (HR) to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing, seamless data integration, and clear communication to employees regarding payroll matters.

  • Address and resolve employee payroll inquiries and discrepancies promptly and professionally.

Compliance & Reporting

  • Ensure all payroll operations comply with relevant federal, state, local, and international labor laws, tax regulations, and internal policies.

  • Manage payroll compliance, including accurate and timely submission of all required payroll tax filings (e.g., 941, W-2, T4).

  • Responsible for state annual reporting and other compliance requirements as needed, including managing and responding to payroll-related audits (internal and external).

  • Research and stay current on changes in US, Canadian, and relevant international payroll laws, tax regulations, and statutory requirements.

  • Develop and implement payroll policies and procedures to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.

  • Responsible for facilitating external Workers Compensation and 401K audits.

System & Process Improvement

  • Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation within the global payroll function.

  • Leverage ADP functionalities to optimize payroll processes and reporting.

  • Maintain accurate and organized payroll records and documentation.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field.

  • Required: Proven expertise in processing payroll across international entities, specifically US and Canada.

  • Required: Experience with international payroll, including working with EOR providers and understanding global payroll complexities.

  • Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll tax laws and reporting requirements in the US.

  • In-depth knowledge of Canadian federal and provincial payroll regulations.

  • Advanced proficiency in ADP Workforce Now

  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel (e.g., VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, data analysis).

  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

  • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and integrity.

  • Strong communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders across different time zones.

  • Experience working with compliance requests and managing various statutory reporting requirements beyond standard payroll taxes.

  • Certifications like CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) are highly preferred

Compensation

Compensation for this position includes a base salary and a variety of benefits. The U.S. base salary range for this role is $80,000 - $100,000. Actual base salaries will be based on candidate-specific factors, including experience, skillset, and location, and local minimum pay requirements as applicable.

Benefits include:

  • Health, dental, and vision care for you and your family

  • Life insurance

  • Mental wellness coverage

  • Fertility and growing family support

  • Flex Time Off in addition to company paid holidays

  • Paid family leave, medical leave, and bereavement leave policies

  • Retirement saving plans

  • Allowance to customize your work and technology setup at home

  • Annual professional development stipend

Your recruiter can provide additional details about compensation and benefits.