Senior Manager, Payroll Compliance

Senior Manager, Payroll Compliance

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 timely and accurate processing of payroll and ensuring compliance with all statutory regulations.

The Senior Manager, Payroll Compliance, will oversee and manage all payroll-related compliance requirements, with a primary focus on tax compliance for OpenAI's global payroll operations. You’ll be responsible for ensuring adherence to all country-specific, state, and local payroll regulations, maintaining accurate compliance reporting, and proactively identifying and addressing compliance risks.

As a strategic leader, you will own the execution, accuracy, and scalability of the payroll compliance function. Your deep expertise and extensive knowledge of payroll compliance requirements will be critical to success. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of effectively managing compliance in fast-paced, dynamic environments.

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 :

• Ensure complete compliance with all country-specific, state, and local payroll tax regulations, including timely and accurate filings and payments.
• Lead the management and execution of payroll compliance audits, proactively addressing gaps and mitigating potential risks.
• Oversee payroll compliance processes, including the establishment and continuous improvement of internal controls and procedures.
• Act as the primary point of contact for payroll-related compliance inquiries and escalations, partnering closely with internal stakeholders such as Finance, Tax, and HR.
• Stay abreast of regulatory changes and ensure compliance practices remain aligned with evolving requirements.
• Work directly with various tax agencies to resolve inquiries, audits, and discrepancies related to payroll compliance.
• Leverage systems and internal technology to effectively automate compliance tasks, enhance accuracy, and support scalability.

You might thrive in this role if you have :

OpenAI is an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other applicable legally protected characteristic.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities, and requests can be made via this link .

Compensation

$245K + Offers Equity

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