Payroll Analyst II

Liquidity Services Inc.•United States,

2d•$60,600 - $75,800•Remote

About The Position

The Payroll Analyst II plays a key role in delivering accurate, timely, and compliant payroll, with primary responsibility for global payroll operations and support for U.S. biweekly payroll. The role supports the full payroll lifecycle, including payroll processing, reconciliations, tax and deduction reviews, reporting, payroll system administration, and coordination with internal teams and external payroll providers. The position helps ensure employees are paid accurately and on time across multiple countries, proactively resolves payroll discrepancies, and maintains strong controls and data integrity. Success is measured through payroll accuracy and timeliness, effective issue resolution, regulatory compliance, audit readiness, and continuous improvement that reduces payroll risk, errors, and manual effort. This is a remote position requiring a reliable, confidential workspace and consistent internet connectivity. It involves prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer, regular use of standard office equipment, and a schedule aligned with Eastern Time. Flexibility is required to accommodate payroll deadlines and occasional meetings across global time zones. Occasional travel may be required, typically 1–2 times per year, for in-person team meetings, training, or other business activities. The role is an individual contributor position without direct supervisory responsibility, though it may provide informal guidance, training, or work direction to others on an informal or project basis. The annual salary range is $60,600 to $75,800, and the position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

Requirements

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
At least 2 years of U.S. payroll experience.
Experience working with payroll controls, compliance requirements, and confidential employee data.
Strong payroll processing, reconciliation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
High attention to detail and ability to meet critical payroll deadlines.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience analyzing payroll data.
Strong communication and collaboration skills across HR, Finance, Tax, and external payroll providers.
Experience with UKG, Workforce Ready, Oracle, or similar HR/Payroll systems.
Ability to work a schedule aligned with Eastern Time and accommodate payroll deadlines and occasional meetings across global time zones.
Ability to work remotely with a reliable, confidential workspace and consistent internet connectivity.
Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively in a virtual environment.

Nice To Haves

Exposure to multi-country or global payroll.
Experience with U.S. payroll taxes, reconciliations, and quarter-end/year-end activities.
FPC or CPP certification.
Global payroll experience and knowledge of U.S. multi-state payroll requirements.

Responsibilities

Process global payrolls, validate inputs and calculations, resolve discrepancies, and coordinate approvals and funding.
Support U.S. biweekly payroll, including employee changes, timekeeping, commissions, final pay, and payroll exceptions.
Partner with HR, Finance, Tax, Legal, and external payroll providers to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant payroll delivery.
Perform payroll reconciliations and maintain strong controls while supporting tax compliance, quarter-end and year-end activities, audits, and regulatory requirements.
Support payroll systems and integrations, including UKG, Workforce Ready, Oracle, and global payroll provider platforms, through testing, troubleshooting, and data validation.
Analyze payroll trends, metrics, and recurring issues to identify risks and opportunities to improve accuracy, efficiency, and the employee experience.
Support continuous improvement through automation, process standardization, documentation, and payroll system and provider implementations.