Payroll Accountant

About Groq

Groq delivers fast, efficient AI inference. Our LPU-based system powers GroqCloud™, giving businesses and developers the speed and scale they need. From our Bay Area roots to our growing global presence, we are on a mission to make high performance AI compute more accessible and affordable. When real-time AI is within reach, anything is possible. Build fast.

Mission

To own the accounting side of Groq's global payroll function, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant recording of payroll activity while partnering closely with our Payroll Specialist to support a seamless end-to-end payroll process.

What You’ll Do

• Own the accounting side of the global payroll function, including the preparation, review, and posting of payroll journal entries across US, Canada, UK, KSA, and EOR-supported geographies

• Partner closely with the Payroll Specialist to ensure payroll data flows accurately from multiple payroll platforms (ADP for US/Canada, Remote for EORs, Rouse for the UK, and Tasama for KSA) into NetSuite, investigating and resolving any variances

• Perform monthly, quarterly, and year-end payroll-related account reconciliations, including wages, taxes, benefits, 401(k), and other payroll liability and expense accounts

• Support month-end and quarter-end close activities by preparing payroll accruals (bonus, commissions, PTO, payroll taxes) and related flux analyses

• Reconcile payroll tax filings to the general ledger and partner with internal and external stakeholders to resolve any tax notices or discrepancies

• Support future compensation-related accounting initiatives, including readiness to assist with cap table administration and equity-related payroll accounting as the company evolves its capital structure

• Assist with the preparation of payroll-related schedules and support documentation for external audits, including year-end financial statement audits and 401(k) audits

• Ensure compliance with multi-state, multi-country, and international payroll tax requirements, GAAP, and internal controls; help document and enhance payroll accounting processes as we scale

• Identify opportunities to automate, streamline, and scale payroll accounting processes across a growing global footprint

• Partner cross-functionally with People, Total Rewards, Tax, Legal, and FP&A to ensure accurate reporting and alignment on payroll-related matters

• Support ad-hoc projects, system implementations, and process improvement initiatives within the broader accounting and payroll function

Ideal candidates have/are:

• BA/BS degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or progress toward CPA a plus

• 4–7 years of progressive accounting experience, with a strong focus on payroll accounting in a high-growth technology environment

• Hands-on experience with NetSuite is required

• Experience working across multiple payroll systems and a strong understanding of how payroll flows in a global setup; familiarity with ADP, Remote, Rouse, Tasama, or similar international payroll/EOR platforms is a strong plus

• Solid understanding of US GAAP, payroll tax regulations (federal, state, and local), and multi-country payroll accounting, including EOR arrangements

• Familiarity with compensation structures in private companies and an interest in supporting cap table and equity-related accounting activities as the company's capital structure evolves

• Strong reconciliation skills with demonstrated ability to investigate variances, identify root causes, and implement sustainable solutions

• Advanced Excel/Google Sheets skills and comfort working with large data sets across multiple sources

• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Strong communicator who can partner effectively with a small, collaborative accounting and payroll team while operating as an individual contributor

• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously, take ownership, and drive work forward with minimal direction

• Maintains the highest level of confidentiality and discretion when handling sensitive employee, compensation, and company financial data

Attributes of a Groqster:

• Humility - Egos are checked at the door

• Collaborative & Team Savvy - We make up the smartest person in the room, together

• Growth & Giver Mindset - Learn it all versus know it all, we share knowledge generously

• Curious & Innovative - Take a creative approach to projects, problems, and design

• Passion, Grit, & Boldness - no limit thinking, fueling informed risk taking

If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!

Compensation

Groq is committed to providing competitive compensation through our Total Cash philosophy, which incorporates potential bonus value directly into base pay. The total cash salary range for this position, which is inclusive of the potential bonus value, is $95,800 - $156,700, with individual placement determined by your geographic location, experience, skills, and alignment with internal compensation standards. This range is specific to candidates located in the United States. Compensation for international candidates will vary based on local market dynamics. Beyond cash compensation, Groq currently offers a quarterly bonus as an interim alternative to equity, with plans to introduce long term incentive program participation in the near term future. Employees also receive a robust suite of benefits.

US Job Postings

This position may require access to technology and/or information subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). To comply with these requirements, candidates for this role must meet certain citizenship or residency criteria. Specifically, they must qualify as U.S. Persons for export control purposes (i.e., U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (Green Card holder), or a protected individual under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3) such as a refugee or asylee), or otherwise be eligible for an applicable export license.

Groq is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Groq complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any protected characteristic.

Groq is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application or to participate in the hiring process, please contact us at talent@groq.com. This contact is for accommodation requests only, which will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

All offers of employment are contingent upon verification of the applicant’s identity and employment authorization in accordance with federal law.

Groq encourages people with criminal record histories to apply for employment, and values diverse experiences, including prior contact with the criminal legal system.  To that end, Groq welcomes such applicants in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles City Fair Chance Act Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Act Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Act Ordinance.  Philadelphia applicants can review information pertaining to Philadelphia’s Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance here: https://www.phila.gov/documents/fair-chance-hiring-law-poster.

As part of our hiring process, Groq may use artificial intelligence (“AI”) tools or automated systems to assist with activities such as reviewing applications, evaluating qualifications, scheduling interviews, analyzing assessment responses, or supporting recruiting operations. These tools are designed to assist—not replace—human decision-making, and hiring decisions are subject to human review. We may process information you provide during the application process, including resumes, application materials, interview responses, assessments, and, where applicable, audio, video, or transcript data. If legally required, we will request consent before using technologies that analyze biometric or video interview data. Candidates may request reasonable accommodations, an alternative evaluation process, additional information regarding the use of AI in the hiring process, or review of certain automated decisions by contacting ta-operations@groq.com.