Building the Future of Crypto

Our Krakenites are a world-class team with crypto conviction united by our desire to discover and unlock the potential of crypto and blockchain technology.

What makes us different?

Kraken is a mission-focused company rooted in crypto values. As a Krakenite you’ll join us on our mission to accelerate the global adoption of crypto so that everyone can achieve financial freedom and inclusion. For over a decade Kraken’s focus on our mission and crypto ethos has attracted many of the most talented crypto experts in the world.

Before you apply please read the Kraken Culture page to learn more about our internal culture values and mission. We also expect candidates to familiarize themselves with the Kraken app. Learn how to create a Kraken account here .

As a fully remote company we have Krakenites in 70+ countries who speak over 50 languages. Krakenites are industry pioneers who develop premium crypto products for experienced traders institutions and newcomers to the space. Kraken is committed to industry-leading security crypto education and world-class client support through our products like Kraken Pro Kraken NFT and Kraken Futures .

Become a Krakenite and build the future of crypto!

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The team

Join our dynamic team as a Sr. Payroll System Analyst specializing in global payroll systems and processing! At Kraken our mission is to ensure seamless and accurate payroll operations enabling our organization to focus on driving success and growth in the crypto industry. As a key member of our team you will play a crucial role in maintaining the integrity of our payroll system and payroll accounting.

If you're a top performer in the payroll industry seeking a challenging and rewarding opportunity join our epic team and be a part of shaping the future of payroll excellence!

The opportunity

• Payroll Discrepancy Management : Research and analyze discrepancies in payroll and benefits implementing appropriate corrections.

• Reporting and Analysis : Prepare a variety of complex payroll-related reports to support the payroll team and management.

• System Updates and Implementation : Interpret test and implement all payroll systems.

• Methodology Development : Develop methodologies tools and procedures to ensure integration between applications and compliance with regulations and policies.

• Change Management : Collaborate with the payroll team in change management activities including making recommendations creating and updating documentation and system training related to modifications and enhancements.

• System Configuration : Update and maintain payroll-related configurations and tables such as companies pay groups earnings deductions localities and taxation definitions.

• Deduction and Tax Setup : Ensure proper setup for new deductions taxes earnings and GL mapping within the systems.

• Project Support : Co-lead various projects for process improvement or new initiatives which may involve collaboration with external vendors and internal payroll partners (e.g. Benefits GL Accounting Team and HRIS).

• Year-End Project Plan : Support and/or lead the interdepartmental year-end project plan ensuring systems and payroll calendars are prepared for the new year.

• Discrepancy Review : Review and research discrepancies in Journal Entries as requested by the GL team.

Skills you should HODL

• Knowledge and experience in payroll processing and payroll accounting

• Sound experience in payroll implementation payroll testing and GL mapping

• Experience with ERP systems such as ADP UKG Cloudpay Netsuite and Workday

• Possess strong technical and accounting skills including extensive Excel

• Ability to thrive in team environment

• Cryptocurrency familiarity very desirable

• Excellent organizational skills

• Strong communication and collaborative attitude

• Thrives in fast paced environment

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This job is accepting ongoing applications and there is no application deadline.

Please note applicants are permitted to redact or remove information on their resume that identifies age date of birth or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment on our team assessing candidates in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Kraken is powered by people from around the world and we celebrate all Krakenites for their diverse talents backgrounds contributions and unique perspectives. We hire strictly based on merit meaning we seek out the candidates with the right abilities knowledge and skills considered the most suitable for the job. We encourage you to apply for roles where you don't fully meet the listed requirements especially if you're passionate or knowledgable about crypto!

As an equal opportunity employer we don’t tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind. Whether that’s based on race ethnicity age gender identity citizenship religion sexual orientation disability pregnancy veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal state or local laws.

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