Senior Payroll Analyst

Business Wire

96d • $90,000 - $100,000

About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Payroll Analyst to optimize payroll operations across multiple countries, including the U.S. This exempt role requires independent judgment to manage complex payroll operations and ensure accurate, timely, and compliant processing in a fast-paced global environment. The role also serves as a trusted advisor to HR, Finance, and business leaders. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in international payroll operations, tax compliance, and process optimization, with a proven ability to enhance efficiency, strengthen controls, and support global payroll strategy.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive payroll experience, including 5+ years with U.S. and international payroll, and 3+ years with Workday payroll modules.
• Workday Payroll certification or Certified Payroll Professional designation strongly preferred.
• Experience in public accounting and/or corporate accounting within a large publicly traded company preferred.
• Strong expertise in U.S. and international payroll tax compliance.
• Expert-level Microsoft Excel skills (advanced PivotTables, VLOOKUP, database creation).
• Strong report writing and data analysis skills.
• Proven ability to manage complexity in a global payroll environment with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with commitment to confidentiality and integrity.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, global workplace and build strong cross-cultural partnerships.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle payroll processing for international employees with partial U.S. oversight.
• Analyze payroll data, identify discrepancies, resolve issues, and provide actionable recommendations.
• Interpret payroll policies and ensure compliance with U.S. federal, state, local, and international tax requirements.
• Advise leadership on compliance risks and recommend process enhancements.
• Design, implement, and maintain payroll processes, internal controls, and reporting standards.
• Lead process improvement initiatives, including automation, to enhance operations and controls.
• Stay current on global payroll legislation and implement changes proactively.
• Partner with global payroll vendors to ensure accurate wage and tax administration across jurisdictions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, effectively engaging across all levels of the organization.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and external auditors on reporting, reconciliations, and system integrations.
• Research payroll issues with strong analytical ability.
• Provide prompt, accurate customer service to resolve payroll inquiries.
• Conduct regular audits of payroll records to ensure accuracy.
• Set up new payroll tax accounts and provide information to ADP for processing.
• Support the Senior Manager, Corporate Accounting and Payroll, on ad-hoc projects, demonstrating flexibility and problem-solving skills.
• Support Workday payroll setup, testing, troubleshooting, and enhancements.
• Collaborate with HR and Finance on integrations, reporting, and process improvements.
• Maintain accurate employee and payroll data in Workday and international payroll portals.
• Identify automation opportunities and implement best practices to improve payroll accuracy, efficiency, and service.

Benefits

• Ability to work remotely
• Excellent health benefits that begin on your first day of employment
• $100 monthly fitness allotment, a tuition reimbursement program, and enhanced mental health resources
• 401(k) plan with generous company match, and annual profit sharing contribution (subject to company performance)
• PTO, Floating Holidays, Wellness Day Off, Birthday Day Off, and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees