Payroll Specialist

Description

We are looking for a skilled Payroll Specialist to join our team in Mountain View, California that will be remote. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing across multiple jurisdictions, including the U.S. and Canada. This is a contract position with the potential for permanent employment, offering the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic, global organization while collaborating with cross-functional teams and managing critical payroll operations.

Responsibilities:

- Process payroll for over 1,700 employees bi-weekly in the U.S. and semi-monthly for Canadian employees using Cloud Pay and Workday.

- Handle payroll tax compliance across 42 states and Canada, including resolving tax notices and managing jurisdiction-specific requirements.

- Manage equity transactions, including monthly vesting schedules, ensuring accurate reporting and payroll integration.

- Collaborate with People Operations, Accounting, and Equity teams to ensure seamless payroll processes and adherence to deadlines.

- Perform reconciliations and audits using Microsoft Excel to maintain data accuracy and integrity.

- Provide support for payroll system implementation and upgrades, ensuring smooth transitions and functionality.

- Work independently to address payroll-related challenges and ensure compliance with all relevant regulations.

- Participate in cross-functional meetings and occasional in-person collaboration to enhance team communication and efficiency.

- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of payroll practices, laws, and technologies to optimize processes.

Requirements - Proven experience in full-cycle payroll processing for large organizations, with multi-state payroll expertise.

- Strong knowledge of payroll tax regulations in the U.S. and Canada, including experience with jurisdiction-specific compliance.

- Proficiency in Workday and Cloud Pay systems for payroll management.

- Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel for reconciliations, audits, and data analysis.

- Familiarity with equity programs and the integration of equity transactions into payroll.

- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

- Exceptional organizational and communication skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

- Experience handling payroll for over 500 employees is highly preferred.

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