Summary

Toku is looking for an experienced payroll leader to support the growth and development of our complex global financial infrastructure. Reporting directly to the Head of Finance, this role offers a unique opportunity to oversee and optimize both our fiat payroll and crypto payroll infrastructure. This role will work closely with the founders as well and be in a client-facing role.

The ideal candidate will be a hands-on leader with a minimum of 7 years of experience in payroll management, ideally with exposure to crypto and blockchain technologies. There will be many growth opportunities as the company scales.

Responsibilities

1. Manage payroll operations across EMEA and APAC regions, overseeing payrolls in upwards of 15 countries.
2. Liaise with internal stakeholders to collect and organize payroll data to meet payroll calendar requirements.
3. Review and reconcile payroll data within agreed-upon timeframes to ensure accurate and compliant payments to employees and third parties.
4. Maintain up-to-date records, processes, and procedures, ensuring compliance with payroll regulations across multiple jurisdictions.
5. Monitor payroll provider performance and ensure the implementation of new country payrolls aligns with business standards.
6. Troubleshoot and resolve payroll-related issues from start to finish.
7. Be responsible for statutory filing requirements and stay current on payroll compliance for countries under your purview.
8. Serve as the first line of contact for internal employees, external parties, partners, and vendors regarding payroll inquiries.
9. Stay abreast of global payroll regulations, tax laws, and compliance requirements, particularly as they pertain to cryptocurrency transactions.
10. Work closely with the Customer Success and Implementation teams to ensure smooth onboarding and ongoing experience for our clients.

Requirements

1. MBA, BS or equivalent degrees.
2. 7+ years of financial management experience, including payroll operations and leadership skills.
3. Strong understanding of global payroll laws, tax regulations, and compliance standards.
4. Experience in early or late-stage global startups
5. Deep understanding of payroll regulations, accounting principles, and SEC/IRS regulations.
6. Strong attention to detail, analytical problem-solving skills, and organizational abilities.
7. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
8. Entrepreneurial mindset and a track record of identifying growth opportunities.
9. Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote and agile environment.
10. A hustler mentality with a history of founding companies or side projects.

Skills

• Analytical Thinking
• Leadership
• Operations
• Payroll Management
• Problem Solving
• Team Collaboration