Job Description

Role Description

We're looking for a Payroll Associate (with processing) who is detail-oriented, collaborative, and eager to make an impact. In this role, you'll help ensure every team member across United States & Canada to ensure clients are paid accurately and on time. You'll support the day-to-day flow of payroll data, support tax reporting and compliance, and partner closely with HR, Finance, and external vendors to keep our processes running smoothly.

You'll bring strong analytical and problem-solving skills, along with experience using UKG, Paylocity, Quickbooks, Gusto, ADP, Paycom, etc. You'll take ownership of payroll accuracy and process improvement, using your curiosity and initiative to spot patterns, resolve issues, and help us work smarter through automation.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys both detail and collaboration—someone who can dive into data while also building trusted relationships across teams. If you're looking for an opportunity to grow your career in payroll within a supportive, fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5+ years of relevant payroll experience
• Knowledgeable in payroll tax compliance and multi-state payroll processes
• Proficient in UKG, Paylocity, Quickbooks, Gusto, ADP, Paycom, etc.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and reconciliation skills
• Strong Excel skills (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, formulas)
• High integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Proactive, adaptable, and hands-on with strong work ethic and a "can-do" approach
• Diligent individual with a focus on automation and continual improvement
• Able to work independently and collaboratively within a team
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance

Requirements

• Ensure timely and accurate end-to-end payroll processing (semi-monthly and off-cycle) for United States & Canada
• Process daily client transactions
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual payroll tax reconciliations and filings (federal, state, and local), including forms 941, 940, W-2, and T4
• Maintain and document standard operating procedures for payroll processes
• Validate payroll controls and escalate discrepancies or exceptions to management
• Collaborate with HR, Benefits, Finance, Engineering, and external vendors (e.g., third-party payroll providers)
• Provide excellent communication with employees and partners on payroll policies, deductions, and tax queries
• Audit benefit data integrations between Workday and vendor systems to ensure accuracy
• Review payroll results and reports to identify errors, anomalies, or exceptions
• Participate in special projects, user acceptance testing (UAT), and ad hoc analyses as needed

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Bonus
• Paid USA Holiday
• Flexible hours (standard 8am-5pm EST)
• Remote work
• Annual international company retreats
• Health and Wellness

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