Global Compensation Manager

Get to Know Us

Horizon3.ai is a fast-growing, remote cybersecurity company dedicated to the mission of enabling organizations to proactively find and fix and verify exploitable attack vectors before criminals exploit them. Our flagship product, the NodeZeroTM platform, delivers production-safe autonomous pentests and other key assessment operations that scale across the largest internal, external, cloud, and hybrid cloud environments. NodeZero has been adopted by organizations of all sizes, from small educational institutions to government agencies and Global 100 enterprises. It is used by ITOps/SecOps teams, consulting pentesters, and MSSPs and MSPs. 

We are a fusion of former U.S. Special Operations cyber operators, startup engineers, and formerly frustrated cybersecurity practitioners. We're committed to helping solve our common security problems: ineffective security tools, false positives resulting in alert fatigue, blind spots, "checkbox” security culture, cybersecurity skills shortage, and the long lead time and expense of hiring outside consultants. Collectively, we are a team of learn it alls, committed to a culture of respect, collaboration, ownership, and results.

Overview:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced payroll and compensation professional to oversee the end-to-end accounting processes related to domestic and international payroll, as well as sales commissions. This role plays a critical part in ensuring accurate and timely payroll operations, compliance with international payroll regulations, and the proper accounting and accrual of commissions in accordance with company policy and revenue recognition standards. This role will also have a key role in day-to-day operational accounting activities and will be involved in ad hoc projects and cross-functional initiatives, making it ideal for someone who enjoys a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Payroll & Commissions:

• Manage end-to-end payroll accounting for domestic and international employees, ensuring timely and accurate processing in collaboration with HR and third-party payroll providers.

• Own the monthly payroll close, including reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, and variance analysis.

• Oversee the global sales commissions process including calculations, accruals

• Partner with Revenue Operations and Finance to ensure commission plans are properly implemented and accounted for.

• Staff onboarding and offboarding 

• Systems-administration of payroll and commissions software (Rippling, Deel, and Everstage)

• Conduct state and local payroll tax filings, as well as managing qualifications to do business and employment tax withholdings

Operational Accounting:

• Support general ledger accounting and participate in the monthly and quarterly close process, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.

• Ensure timely and accurate recording of transactions across various accounting areas (e.g., prepaid expenses, accruals, benefits, intercompany).

• Assist in maintaining and improving internal controls and processes related to payroll, commissions, and other operational areas.

Projects & Cross-Functional Support:

• Participate in and lead special projects and process improvement initiatives, including system implementations, automation, and policy updates.

• Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation and responding to inquiries related to payroll, commissions, and operational accounting.

• Provide financial data and analysis to leadership and collaborate with teams across HR, Finance, and Sales.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

• CPA or equivalent professional certification preferred.

• 6+ years of relevant accounting experience, including payroll and commissions; international exposure is a plus.

• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, particularly payroll-related standards.

• Hands-on experience with accounting and payroll systems (e.g., Sage Intacct, Rippling, Deel, or Netsuite, ADP, Gusto, Workday, etc.).

• Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Comfortable working in a remote environment, able to time-manage, multitask and adapt to evolving priorities.

• Experience with undergoing growth and scale at a prior company, as well building processes and procedures or undergoing financial audits is highly desirable.

• Clear and concise communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate and present financial information to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.

• Demonstrated commitment to maintaining confidentiality, ethics, and professional standards in handling financial information.

Nice to Have:

• Experience in a hypergrowth SaaS company

• Familiarity with commissions tools (Everstage, CaptivateIQ)

• Exposure to SOX compliance and operational process documentation.

• Prior involvement in system implementations or accounting automation projects.

Perks of Horizon3.ai

• Inclusive Team: We value diversity and promote an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.

• Growth Opportunities: Be part of a dynamic and growing team with numerous career development opportunities.

• Innovative Culture: Work in a collaborative environment that encourages creativity and out-of-the-box thinking.

• Remote Work: We are a 100% remote company. Enjoy the convenience and work-life balance that comes with remote work. 

• Competitive Compensation: We offer competitive salary and benefits which includes health, vision & dental care for you and your family, a flexible vacation policy, and generous parental leave. 

Compensation and Values

At Horizon3, we believe that our people are our greatest asset, and our compensation philosophy reflects this core value. We are committed to fostering an environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and rewarded for their contributions. Our compensation structure is designed to be fair, competitive, and transparent, ensuring that every team member is recognized and compensated equitably across roles, levels, and locations.

In accordance with various State’s transparency regulations, we provide the following salary range information for this position:

• Base salary range: $149,850 - $166,500. The exact salary will be determined based on the selected candidate’s location, qualifications, experience, and relevant skills.

• Additional compensation: This role may also be eligible for an equity package (in the form of stock options). If any other compensation benefits apply, they will be discussed during the interview process.

You Belong Here

Horizon3 is not just an equal opportunity employer - we are a community that values diversity, equity, and inclusion as fundamental principles of our culture and success. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace where everyone feels welcome and respected, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, hair length or any other legally protected status by law.

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion means we strive to attract, develop, and retain a workforce that reflects the varied communities we serve. We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation and strengthen our ability to create cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions. At Horizon3, every team member is valued and supported in an environment that encourages personal and professional growth.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and experiences, and we encourage all qualified individuals to apply. Come be a part of Horizon3, where your unique contributions are recognized, and your potential is limitless.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

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