Chime is looking for a hands-on Director of Payroll who will own the entire payroll process, including payroll accounting and taxation for stock options, RSU, ESPP, and partner closely with the People Team to ensure that processes and roles are aligned to support the company’s rapid growth. This person will also serve as a point of contact for all internal and external payroll inquiries.

The base salary offered for this role and level of experience will begin at $168,570.00 and up to $238,900.00. Full-time employees are also eligible for a bonus, competitive equity package, and benefits. The actual base salary offered may be higher, depending on location, skills, qualifications, and experience.

In this role, you can expect to

• Full-cycle processing of US and Canadian payroll on a semi-monthly basis for 1400+ employees, including processing stock options, RSU and ESPP related income.
• Manages payroll liabilities by ensuring accuracy of employee federal, state, and local income taxes, social security taxes and employer’s social security, unemployment taxes.
• Implement, maintain, and review payroll processing systems to ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll transactions including salaries, 401(k) deductions, benefits, taxes and other deductions.
• Maintains and audits accuracy of timesheet approvals and maintenance for non-exempt employees. Communicates with employees and managers with respect to internal systems, timesheet reporting and submission, and wage and tax statements as necessary.
• Manages tax and benefits compliance and reporting with all Federal, State, and Local payroll compliance, including tax withholding, and garnishments.
• Performs accounting month-end close including journal entries and reconciliations of related payroll and benefits accounts.
• Identify recommendations to scale processes to enhance payroll operational efficiency including the design and implementation of internal controls and maintain payroll policies and procedures.

To thrive in this role, you have

• Experience around global payroll and multi-state US payroll with both exempt and non-exempt employees.
• Working knowledge of multi-state payroll processing best practices and procedures, relevant payroll-related standards, regulations, and other related requirements to process payroll timely and accurately.
• Strong analytical, communication (written and verbal) skills and attention to detail.
• Multi-tasking and time management skills, and an ability to stay organized in a fast-paced environment.
• Adaptability, flexibility, and comfort with a changing work environment.
• A BA degree in Accounting or Finance; CPP certification is a strong plus.
• 12+ years of payroll and benefits experience that includes a thorough understanding of administration and regulatory requirements of payroll processing and benefit plans.

A little about us

At Chime, we believe that everyone can achieve financial progress. We created Chime—a financial technology company, not a bank — on the premise that core banking services should be helpful, easy, and free. Through our user-friendly tools and intuitive platforms, we empower our members to take control of their finances and work towards their goals. Whether it's starting a savings account, purchasing a first car or home, launching a business, or pursuing higher education, we're proud to have helped millions unlock their financial potential.

What we offer for our full-time, regular employees

• Our in-office work policy is designed to keep you connected - four days a week in the office and Fridays from home for those near one of our offices, plus team and company-wide events depending on location.
• In-office perks including backup child, elder, and/or pet care, plus a subsidized commuter benefit to support your regular commute.
• Competitive salary based on experience.
• 401k match plus great medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits.
• Generous vacation policy and company-wide Chime Days, bonus company-wide paid days off.
• 1% of your time off to support local community organizations of your choice.
• Annual wellness stipend to use towards eligible wellness related expenses.
• Up to 24 weeks of paid parental leave for birthing parents and 12 weeks for non-birthing parents.
• Access to Maven, a family planning tool, with $15k lifetime reimbursement for egg freezing, fertility treatments, adoption, and more.
• In-person and virtual events to connect with your fellow Chimers.
• A challenging and fulfilling opportunity to join one of the most experienced teams in FinTech and help millions unlock financial progress.

Chime is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital or family status, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis under applicable laws. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation during any stage of the application process, please contact: benefits@chime.com.