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.

Why This Role Matters

As our Global Compensation Manager, you won’t just “run payroll.” You’ll be a critical force behind making sure our people are paid fairly, accurately, and on time — across borders and time zones — while helping design and scale global compensation processes for a company in hypergrowth.

From payroll to commissions to operational accounting, you’ll be at the center of it all — collaborating across HR, Finance, RevOps, and leadership. If turning complexity into clarity is your thing, you’re in the right place.

What You'll Do

• Run end-to-end payroll operations for U.S. and international teams in partnership with HR and third-party platforms (Rippling, Deel).

• Lead the monthly payroll close: reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, and variance analysis.

• Own global sales commission processes: calculate payouts, ensure accurate accruals, and align with revenue recognition policies.

• Partner cross-functionally with Revenue Operations and Finance to operationalize commission plans.

• Administer and optimize tools like Rippling, Everstage, and Deel.

• Manage tax filings and employment tax compliance across multiple states and countries.

• Ensure seamless onboarding and offboarding from a compensation standpoint.

Operational Accounting

• Contribute to the monthly and quarterly close processes — think GL entries, reconciliations, and reporting.

• Maintain accurate records for other payroll related areas like prepaids, benefits, and intercompany.

• Strengthen and streamline internal controls and compensation-related financial processes.
  

Projects & Strategy

• Drive high-impact initiatives: automation, tool implementation, policy updates, and process redesigns.

• Be audit-ready: compile supporting documentation for internal and external audits.

• Deliver reporting and financial insights to leadership; serve as a trusted partner across Finance, HR, and Sales.
  

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA is a strong plus).

• 6+ years of hands-on accounting experience, including payroll and commissions (global experience a plus).

• Deep understanding of U.S. GAAP, especially payroll/comp-related standards.

• Experience with payroll and accounting tools (Sage Intacct, Deel, Rippling, Netsuite, ADP, etc.).

• Strong Excel skills, analytical horsepower, and detail obsession.

• Adaptability, initiative, and the ability to work autonomously in a fully remote, fast-moving environment.

• Clear communicator — capable of translating 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 at a high-growth SaaS company

• Familiarity with tools like Everstage and Rippling

• Exposure to SOX compliance

• Involvement in system rollouts or process automation projects
  

Ready to Own This?

If you're a builder at heart with a love for clean books and scalable systems — and you’re excited by a high-impact role at the intersection of accounting, operations, and strategy — we’d love to meet you.

Apply now and help shape the future of security from the inside out.

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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