Payroll and People Operations Specialist

Acast•New York, NY

7h•$90,000 - $105,000•Hybrid

About The Position

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.

Requirements

2+ years of hands-on experience (ideally with ADP TotalSource) and aren't afraid to dive deep into the settings.
Firm grasp of US labor laws (FLSA, FMLA) and comfort navigating the nuances of international (Canadian) payroll.
Proficiency with pivot tables and data reconciliation.
A "zero-error" mindset when it comes to sensitive data.
Ability to explain complex payroll or benefit terminology to employees in a supportive and easy-to-understand way.
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, ensuring 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 by designing and maintaining People Analytics Dashboards that provide leadership with actionable insights on turnover, diversity metrics, and strategic workforce planning.
Ensure compensation and benefits remain competitive by benchmarking salary bands and managing 401(k) matches and Canadian T2220 forms.