Payroll Specialist

About XBOW

At XBOW, we’re redefining the future of cybersecurity by building the world's first autonomous pentester, powered by AI. Today, the gold standard for securing software systems is human pentesters, but with the rise of artificial intelligence, we’re stepping up to scale offensive security to meet the ever-growing demand.

AI is transforming the landscape of both cybersecurity and cyberattacks. While millions of people without security expertise are creating software, bad actors are using AI to launch more effective attacks. XBOW fights back with AI-driven superpowers, enabling security teams to stay one step ahead.

Backed by Sequoia Capital and Altimeter, and a team that includes the creators of GitHub Copilot and GitHub Advanced Security, XBOW is not just keeping up with the times—we’re shaping the future of cybersecurity. Our mission is simple: to defeat the bad actors before they strike, using AI to revolutionize how we approach offensive security.

We’re building something that must be built, and we’re the team to do it. Join us in shaping the next frontier of autonomous security.

Your Role

At XBOW we’re looking for a detail-obsessed Payroll & Commission Specialist to own end-to-end payroll and commission operations across multiple countries. This role is critical to ensuring employees and sales teams are paid accurately, compliantly, and on time, leveraging Remote, Rippling, and Spiff.

You’ll partner closely with Finance, HR, Sales Operations, and external vendors to deliver a smooth, scalable payroll and commission experience for a growing global workforce.

What You'll Do

Payroll Operations (Multi-Country)

• Process end-to-end payroll across multiple countries using Remote and Rippling

• Ensure compliance with local labor laws, tax regulations, and statutory requirements

• Manage payroll inputs including new hires, terminations, salary changes, bonuses, and benefits deductions

• Coordinate with external payroll providers and local authorities as needed

• Reconcile payroll reports, general ledger entries, and payroll-related accruals

• Respond to employee payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies promptly

Commission Management

• Calculate, validate, and process commission payments accurately and on schedule

• Partner with Sales Ops and Finance to review commission plans, rules, and payouts

• Audit commission calculations and resolve disputes or discrepancies

• Ensure commission data flows accurately into payroll systems

Compliance, Controls & Reporting

• Maintain payroll and commission documentation, controls, and audit trails

• Support internal and external audits related to payroll and commissions

• Prepare recurring and ad-hoc payroll and commission reports for Finance and leadership

• Identify process improvements and automation opportunities across payroll and commission workflows

What Success Looks Like

• Employees and sales teams are paid accurately and on time, every time

• Payroll and commission processes are compliant, auditable, and scalable

• Clear documentation and reporting that Finance and leadership can rely on

• Continuous improvement in efficiency, accuracy, and employee experience

Who You Are

• 4+ years of experience in global payroll, commission processing, or a similar role

• Hands-on experience with Remote, Rippling, and Spiff

• Strong knowledge of multi-country payroll compliance and statutory requirements

• Experience reconciling payroll and commission data with accounting systems

• High attention to detail with the ability to manage deadlines across time zones

• Strong communication skills and comfort working cross-functionally in a remote environment

Bonus if you have

• Experience supporting payroll in EMEA, APAC, and/or LATAM regions

• Familiarity with accounting systems (e.g., NetSuite, Intacct, QuickBooks)

• Experience in high-growth or SaaS environments

• Payroll or finance certifications (e.g., CPP, FPC, or local equivalents)

What We Offer:

• Compensation & Equity: Competitive salary, clear performance-based incentives, and equity package, making you an integral part of XBOW’s growth story.

• Career Growth: Significant opportunities to progress within the sales organization and shape your career trajectory as we scale.

• Meaningful Work: You’ll directly impact XBOW’s mission to revolutionize cybersecurity and protect organizations worldwide.

What Else You Should Know

• Location:

• Contract: Full-time

• Hiring Process:

• Introduction with TA screen

• Hiring Manager Interview

• Role-related Interviews

• Final Interview

At XBOW, we leverage AI every day, it's embedded in our product and our sales approach. But for this role, we’re seeking someone who brings genuine curiosity, empathy, and persistence. If that's you, we'd love to connect.