A/P Payroll Generalist

JOB TITLE: A/P Payroll Generalist

LOCATION: Remote US or Canada

VERSES is a cognitive computing company building next-generation intelligent software systems modeled after the Wisdom and Genius of Nature. We are a distributed, diverse, and inclusive workforce that aspires to do our best work on important problems with exceptional people.

We’re looking for trailblazers and problem solvers passionate about tackling important global-scale challenges so if that sounds appealing, let’s imagine a smarter world together.

🚀 Join Our Adventure:

At VERSES, we're shaping the future of computing with our natural computing platform, Genius. We're looking for an expert Accounts Payable Generalist to join our finance team. You will work with the team to successfully manage the AP activities. You’ll bring your knowledge of accounts payable, payroll processing and compliance to help us create a positive culture and place to work for all VERSIANS.

✍️ Roles and Responsibilities:

• Manage accurate and timely US and Canadian payroll processing
• Prepare accurate payroll control reports in collaboration with the Finance Team
• Complete employer registration in newly added states
• Regularly audit benefits and deductions
• Collaborating with the managed payroll service and the Finance team, ensuring State Tax compliance which could include quarterly tax filings not covered by managed payroll servicing
• Ensure consistent administration and experience for VERSIANS of different classifications: Employees, Independent Contractors, and International Employees
• Stay current on changes to federal, state, and local payroll related laws and regulations
• Manage incoming vendor invoices, including managing approval process, digital filing, data input and payment processing
• Ad hoc finance based projects, as assigned

Requirements

🎓 Essential Qualifications:

• The basic math and writing skills typically obtained through successful completion of high school or equivalent
• 2-5 years of experience in payroll processing
• 1-3 years of Accounts Payable experience
• Experience working with a remote workforce
• Basic knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
• Proficiency in HRIS and payroll software
• Proficiency in Google Sheets, Google Docs

🎉 Additional Qualifications:

• Experience with international staff
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Highly organized and consistent
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy
• Excellent time management skills

Benefits

🌱In addition to fostering a culture of highly engaged, emotionally intelligent, and energetic people we offer:

• Global virtual work environment (although some positions may need to operate within specific time zones) 
• Responsible paid time off policy (RTO), and company-recognized Holidays.
• Generous total rewards package

🌟Job Type

• Regular, Full-time
• Remote -  USA or Canada
• Starting at $70,000 for US based individuals; geographically adjusted as appropriate to location.

VERSES is unable to offer visa sponsorship or assistance with work authorization for this position. Only candidates authorized to work in the United States and Canada without the need for sponsorship will be considered. 

VERSES currently does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our careers email or to VERSES employees. VERSES is not responsible for any fees or overhead related to unsolicited resumes. No agencies, please.