Payroll Coordinator

Datavant • Atlanta, GA

12h

About The Position

Datavant is a data platform company and the world’s leader in health data exchange. Our vision is that every healthcare decision is powered by the right data, at the right time, in the right format. Our platform is powered by the largest, most diverse health data network in the U.S., enabling data to be secure, accessible and usable to inform better health decisions. Datavant is trusted by the world’s leading life sciences companies, government agencies, and those who deliver and pay for care. By joining Datavant today, you’re stepping onto a high-performing, values-driven team. Together, we’re rising to the challenge of tackling some of healthcare’s most complex problems with technology-forward solutions. Datavanters bring a diversity of professional, educational and life experiences to realize our bold vision for healthcare. As Payroll Coordinator you will be responsible for contributing to the completion of the weekly and bi-weekly payroll processes including validating the accuracy of earnings, deductions, tax withholdings and garnishments for large volume payrolls and multiple legal entities. Our employees are our most important asset, and your work will be critical in ensuring we are prompt, compliant, and continually uplevel our payroll and tax processes to support our global team. If you are ready to join a dynamic team working hard to establish a best-in-class payroll function, this is the opportunity for you.

Requirements

• 2+ years of progressive experience in payroll operations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Exceptional attention to detail, analytical thinking, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent organizational time management skills to manage multiple, diverse, and potentially conflicting priorities.
• In-depth knowledge of payroll laws and regulations (FLSA, IRS guidelines, etc.).
• Multi-state payroll experience preferred.
• Experience with payroll systems, particularly Oracle and ADP Smart Compliance.
• Direct experience with payroll processing, including multi-state and international payroll tax compliance
• 2+ years managing high-volume payrolls across multiple legal entities
• Oracle HCM experience strongly preferred
• Demonstrated ability to lead change during periods of rapid organizational growth
• Adaptability to thrive in a hyper-growth environment, with a strong drive for continuous learning and improvement
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with both internal teams and external partners
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and complex formulas
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with keen attention to detail
• Ability to interpret and process complex information, delivering solutions that align with business and compliance requirements under tight deadlines
• Proven cross-functional leadership, prioritization, and collaboration skills
• Effective negotiation and consensus-building abilities, with experience working across diverse teams

Responsibilities

• Assist with the daily payroll operations for a complex, rapidly growing organization of over 10,000 employees.
• Answer employee questions concerning payroll related manners (i.e. paychecks and W-2s).
• Assist with keeping tax records up to date and accurate.
• Assist with tax research when needed.
• Stay up to date with U.S. payroll regulations, payroll tax laws, and compliance requirements, ensuring adherence to all applicable laws and regulations and timely payroll tax setup and filings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed