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Payroll Manager roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or human resources. Australian professionals can secure two-year renewable status with no lottery, making it one of the most direct paths to U.S. payroll leadership positions.
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Decagon is the leading conversational AI platform empowering every brand to deliver concierge customer experiences.
Our technology enables industry-defining enterprises like Avis Budget Group, Block’s Cash App and Square, Chime, Oura Health, and Hunter Douglas to deploy AI agents that power personalized, deeply satisfying interactions across voice, chat, email, SMS, and every other channel.
We’re building a future where customer experiences are being redefined from support tickets and hold music to faster resolutions, richer conversations, and deeper relationships. We’re proud to be backed by world-class investors who share that vision, including a16z, Accel, Bain Capital Ventures, Coatue, and Index Ventures, along with many others.
We’re an in-office company, driven by a shared commitment to excellence and velocity. Our values — Just Get It Done, Invent What Customers Want, Winner’s Mindset, and The Polymath Principle — shape how we work and grow as a team.
About the Team
The Accounting team at Decagon is at the center of our growth, building the financial foundation that powers a rapidly scaling startup. We ensure accurate, timely financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP while designing scalable processes and strong controls that support expansion across teams and geographies. Partnering closely with Sales, People, Legal, and Operations, we drive thoughtful spend management, contract oversight, and payroll excellence—balancing precision with agility in a fast-moving environment where our work directly enables the company’s next stage of growth.
About the Role
We’re looking for a high-impact Finance Operations & Payroll Manager to build the finance engine that keeps our company scaling. You’ll own payroll, expenses, AP, and AR, transforming these core operations into smooth, scalable systems that support a fast-moving, high-growth team. This is a high-impact individual contributor role responsible for ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely payroll while helping build the processes and controls needed to support a rapidly scaling organization.
In this role, you will
- Own end-to-end global payroll processing for accuracy and compliance, including management of new hires, terminations, bonuses, and other variable compensation
- Perform payroll reconciliations, reporting, and audit support while maintaining strong process documentation and internal controls
- Administer end-to-end business travel and expense operations including corporate card management, expense report review, policy enforcement, and travel vendor relationships ensuring compliance, accurate GL coding, timely reimbursement, and monthly T&E reporting and variance analysis
- Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable, ensuring timely processing, accurate coding, and proper approvals while proactively managing vendor payments, cash application, and aging reports
- Lead month-end close activities across payroll, AP, and AR, including accruals and reconciliations
- Partner cross-functionally with People and Finance to support headcount growth and identify opportunities to improve automation and system efficiency across all owned functions
Your background looks something like this
- 6-8 years of progressive payroll experience, with full ownership of U.S. payroll
- Strong experience managing multi-state U.S. payroll in a high-growth or dynamic environment
- Deep knowledge of payroll compliance, tax regulations, and reporting requirements
- Experience working closely with HR / People and Finance teams
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to independently reconcile and resolve discrepancies
- A proactive, ownership-driven mindset with comfort operating in a fast-moving startup environment
Even better if you have
- Have worked in a hyper growth company
- Some exposure to or familiarity with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and/or business travel and expense operations
Compensation
$160,000 - $200,000 + equity
Benefits
We proudly offer the following benefits for our full-time employees:
- Take what you need vacation policy (subject to local requirements; UK employees receive 25 days of statutory leave)
- Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits for you and your family
- Life Insurance and Disability Benefits
- Retirement Plan (e.g., 401K, pension)
- Parental Leave
- Fertility and family building benefits through Carrot
- Daily lunches and snacks in the office to keep you at your best
These benefits are described in more detail in Decagon’s policies, may vary by location, and can change at any time according to applicable compensation and benefits plans.
Compensation Range: $160K - $200K
About Decagon
Decagon is the leading conversational AI platform empowering every brand to deliver concierge customer experiences.
Our technology enables industry-defining enterprises like Avis Budget Group, Block’s Cash App and Square, Chime, Oura Health, and Hunter Douglas to deploy AI agents that power personalized, deeply satisfying interactions across voice, chat, email, SMS, and every other channel.
We’re building a future where customer experiences are being redefined from support tickets and hold music to faster resolutions, richer conversations, and deeper relationships. We’re proud to be backed by world-class investors who share that vision, including a16z, Accel, Bain Capital Ventures, Coatue, and Index Ventures, along with many others.
We’re an in-office company, driven by a shared commitment to excellence and velocity. Our values — Just Get It Done, Invent What Customers Want, Winner’s Mindset, and The Polymath Principle — shape how we work and grow as a team.
About the Team
The Accounting team at Decagon is at the center of our growth, building the financial foundation that powers a rapidly scaling startup. We ensure accurate, timely financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP while designing scalable processes and strong controls that support expansion across teams and geographies. Partnering closely with Sales, People, Legal, and Operations, we drive thoughtful spend management, contract oversight, and payroll excellence—balancing precision with agility in a fast-moving environment where our work directly enables the company’s next stage of growth.
About the Role
We’re looking for a high-impact Finance Operations & Payroll Manager to build the finance engine that keeps our company scaling. You’ll own payroll, expenses, AP, and AR, transforming these core operations into smooth, scalable systems that support a fast-moving, high-growth team. This is a high-impact individual contributor role responsible for ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely payroll while helping build the processes and controls needed to support a rapidly scaling organization.
In this role, you will
- Own end-to-end global payroll processing for accuracy and compliance, including management of new hires, terminations, bonuses, and other variable compensation
- Perform payroll reconciliations, reporting, and audit support while maintaining strong process documentation and internal controls
- Administer end-to-end business travel and expense operations including corporate card management, expense report review, policy enforcement, and travel vendor relationships ensuring compliance, accurate GL coding, timely reimbursement, and monthly T&E reporting and variance analysis
- Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable, ensuring timely processing, accurate coding, and proper approvals while proactively managing vendor payments, cash application, and aging reports
- Lead month-end close activities across payroll, AP, and AR, including accruals and reconciliations
- Partner cross-functionally with People and Finance to support headcount growth and identify opportunities to improve automation and system efficiency across all owned functions
Your background looks something like this
- 6-8 years of progressive payroll experience, with full ownership of U.S. payroll
- Strong experience managing multi-state U.S. payroll in a high-growth or dynamic environment
- Deep knowledge of payroll compliance, tax regulations, and reporting requirements
- Experience working closely with HR / People and Finance teams
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to independently reconcile and resolve discrepancies
- A proactive, ownership-driven mindset with comfort operating in a fast-moving startup environment
Even better if you have
- Have worked in a hyper growth company
- Some exposure to or familiarity with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and/or business travel and expense operations
Compensation
$160,000 - $200,000 + equity
Benefits
We proudly offer the following benefits for our full-time employees:
- Take what you need vacation policy (subject to local requirements; UK employees receive 25 days of statutory leave)
- Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits for you and your family
- Life Insurance and Disability Benefits
- Retirement Plan (e.g., 401K, pension)
- Parental Leave
- Fertility and family building benefits through Carrot
- Daily lunches and snacks in the office to keep you at your best
These benefits are described in more detail in Decagon’s policies, may vary by location, and can change at any time according to applicable compensation and benefits plans.
Compensation Range: $160K - $200K
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Payroll Manager
Translate your Australian payroll credentials
USCIS evaluates your degree against U.S. specialty occupation standards. A three-year Australian bachelor's in accounting or HR is generally accepted as equivalent, but bring certified transcripts and a credential evaluation to your consulate appointment.
Target employers with multi-state payroll operations
Companies processing payroll across multiple U.S. states need Payroll Managers who understand complex compliance environments. These employers file LCAs more routinely and are familiar with sponsorship requirements, reducing friction when you raise the E-3 visa conversation.
Use Migrate Mate to identify E-3 sponsoring employers
Search Migrate Mate to find Payroll Manager roles at companies with active E-3 or H-1B visa filing history. Employers already in the DOL system for LCA filings are significantly easier to convert to E-3 sponsors than those approaching it for the first time.
Raise the E-3 before the offer stage
Introduce your visa status during the final interview, not after you receive the written offer. Frame it as a straightforward process: the employer files an LCA with the DOL, you attend a consulate appointment in Australia, and you can start within weeks.
Verify your employer can meet prevailing wage
Your LCA must certify the role meets DOL prevailing wage for the relevant SOC code and location. For Payroll Managers, verify the offered salary meets or exceeds the DOL wage level before the employer submits the LCA to avoid delays or amendments.
Let Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service handle your LCA
Once you have an offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to manage your LCA submission, visa paperwork, and consulate preparation. Errors in the LCA wage attestation or job duties description are the most common cause of delays for Payroll Manager applications.
E-3 Visa Payroll Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Payroll Manager jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Use Migrate Mate to search Payroll Manager roles filtered by E-3 sponsorship history. Employers with established DOL LCA filing records are far easier to work with than those new to the process. Payroll Manager positions at mid-to-large enterprises, shared services centers, and payroll outsourcing firms are your strongest targets because they run structured hiring and compliance programs.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Payroll Manager role qualify as an E-3 specialty occupation?
Yes. Payroll Manager is classified under SOC code 11-3131 and typically requires a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, human resources, or a related field. USCIS looks for a direct connection between your degree and the role's duties. If your employer's job description specifies degree requirements in a relevant field, the specialty occupation standard is straightforward to satisfy.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Payroll Managers?
The E-3 is available year-round with no lottery, no annual cap, and no registration fee. H-1B registration opens once per year in March and carries a roughly 25 percent selection rate for most applicants. For Australian Payroll Managers, the E-3 means you can accept an offer and be working in the U.S. within weeks rather than waiting up to 18 months for an H-1B to take effect.
Can I transfer my E-3 if I change payroll employers in the U.S.?
Yes, but the process restarts with the new employer. Your new employer must file a fresh LCA with the DOL and you'll need a new E-3 visa stamp if your current stamp has expired, which requires returning to a U.S. consulate. You can begin work for the new employer once the LCA is certified and your new E-3 petition is filed, as long as your I-94 status remains valid.