Senior Payroll Analyst

Who We Are

Samsara (NYSE: IOT) is the pioneer of the Connected Operations Cloud, a platform that enables organizations dependent on physical operations to harness IoT data for actionable insights and operational improvements. We help improve the safety, efficiency and sustainability of the physical operations that power the global economy across industries such as agriculture, construction, field services, transportation, and manufacturing.

We are looking for a passionate payroll professional to join the global payroll team. You will be responsible for paying our employees on time and accurately, and for driving the employee experience at Samsara.

This is a remote position open to candidates residing in the US. Relocation assistance will not be provided for this role.

• You want to impact the industries that run our world:
  Your efforts will keep lights on, feed grocery stores, reduce emissions, and help workers return home safely.
• You are the architect of your own career:
  This role offers growth opportunities in a hyper‑growth environment.
• You’re energized by our opportunity to digitize large sectors of the global economy.
• You want to be part of a high‑calibre team that encourages you to do your best.

• Utilize Cloud Pay to process payroll changes.
• Perform pre‑ and post‑ audits of payroll inputs to ensure accuracy.
• Research fluctuations of earnings and deduction codes over periods.
• Handle equity reporting and review system integrations.
• Research and resolve employee inquiries promptly.
• Drive process improvements and prepare standard operating procedures.
• Partner with various third‑party vendors on inbound and outbound payroll files.
• Handle year‑end payroll processing activities, including updating the payroll calendar, completing the year‑end checklist, and communicating with employees.
• Champion, role model, and embed Samsara’s cultural principles—Focus on Customer Success, Build for the Long Term, Adopt a Growth Mindset, Be Inclusive, Win as a Team—while scaling globally.

• 3+ years of Canada payroll experience.
• Advanced Excel skills capable of working with large volumes of data and drawing meaningful insights.

• Prior experience with Workday and Cloud Pay payroll systems.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work remotely without close supervision and take initiative.
• Ability to work well under pressure and manage time effectively.
• Strong communication, problem‑solving, organizational, and reasoning skills.

The annual base salary range for full‑time employees in this position is $74,672.50 to $100,400 USD. Compensation includes base salary, performance‑based bonus or variable pay, and equity for eligible roles. Benefits include a flexible remote model, professional development stipend, comprehensive health and parental leave plans, and more.

We embrace a flexible working model that caters to diverse team needs. Offices are open for those who prefer to work in‑person, and we support remote work where aligned with operational requirements. Agreements on work location will be clear for each position.

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or other protected characteristics.

We are committed to equal opportunity employment for qualified persons with disabilities. Please email acces or click for accommodations during the recruiting process.