Payroll and People Operations Specialist

Acast•New York, NY

7d•$90 - $105

About The Position

Since 2014, Acast has been building the world’s most valuable podcast marketplace, creating the technology that connects podcast creators, advertisers, and listeners. Its marketplace spans more than 140,000 podcasts, 3,300 advertisers, and one billion quarterly listens. Crucially, those listens are monetized wherever they happen—across any podcast app or listening platform. About the role We are looking for a Payroll & People Operations Specialist to support our growing team and enhance the employee experience, ensuring our teams across the US and Canada are supported with accuracy and care. You will own the payroll lifecycle for ~130 talented individuals across North America, serving as our go-to expert for compliance, total rewards, and people analytics. If you are an ADP power user who loves data integrity as much as you love helping people, we want to talk to you. Salary range: $90.000 - $105.000/yearly

Requirements

You have 2+ years of hands-on experience (ideally with ADP TotalSource) and aren't afraid to dive deep into the settings.
You have a firm grasp of US labor laws (FLSA, FMLA) and feel comfortable navigating the nuances of international (Canadian) payroll.
Pivot tables and data reconciliation are second nature to you. You have a "zero-error" mindset when it comes to sensitive data.
You can take complex payroll or benefit terminology and explain it to an employee in a way that is supportive and easy to understand.
You thrive in fast-paced, international environments and enjoy partnering with Finance and HR teams to solve problems.

Nice To Haves

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC).
Experience with multi-state payroll.
Familiarity with PEO (Professional Employer Organization) models.

Responsibilities

Lead semi-monthly payroll across the US and Canada (ADP TotalSource, TriNet, and local agencies), ensuring every detail—from input of absence, bonus to GL mapping —is flawless.
Serve as superuser for BambooHR and ADP TotalSource. You’ll ensure data integrity and accuracy.
Navigate the complexities of FLSA classifications, I-9/E-Verify, and multi-state leave laws, keeping us ahead of the curve in a changing regulatory landscape.
Transform raw numbers into a narrative. You will design and maintain People Analytics Dashboards that provide leadership with actionable insights on turnover, diversity metrics, and strategic workforce planning.
From benchmarking salary bands to managing 401(k) matches and Canadian T2220 forms, you’ll ensure our compensation and benefits remain competitive.

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