Senior Payroll Specialist managing US multi-state payroll processing and supporting EMEA payroll operations in Switzerland, UK, and more.
Responsibilities
Own end-to-end US payroll processing across multiple states, ensuring accuracy and timeliness for all pay runs.
Support EMEA payroll operations across Switzerland, UK (including Northern Ireland), Republic of Ireland, France, Germany, and Denmark, in partnership with regional vendors and the Payroll Manager.
Administer leave of absence payroll processing, ensuring accurate pay, benefit deductions, and compliance with applicable state and federal regulations.
Act as a subject matter expert and point of contact for employee and internal partner payroll inquiries.
Collect, verify, and maintain compensation, benefit, and deduction data to support payroll calculations and ensure data integrity.
Ensure proper taxation and compliance with federal, state, local, and international payroll regulations across all operating jurisdictions.
Process equity-related payroll items, including stock options and RSUs, and ensure proper tax withholding and reporting compliance.
Perform payroll accounting tasks including journal entries and GL reconciliations, as part of month/quarter/year-end close activities.
Support external audits, including financial statement audits, workers' compensation audits, and 401(k) audits, by preparing schedules, pulling data, and responding to auditor inquiries.
Identify opportunities for process improvement and drive cross-functional initiatives to enhance payroll operations, system efficiency, and compliance.
Leverage AI and automation tools to streamline payroll workflows, reduce manual effort, and improve operational efficiency.
Collaborate with People, Finance, and Legal teams on payroll matters and policy compliance.
Assist with payroll system implementations, upgrades, and related projects as needed.
Support future payroll entity build-outs in APAC and LATAM as the company expands into new regions.
Requirements
5+ years of experience processing multi-state US payroll, with broad familiarity across most states
Proficiency in ADP Workforce Now
Proficiency in Workday HCM
Hands-on experience supporting EMEA payroll, including one or more of the following: Switzerland, UK (including Northern Ireland), Republic of Ireland, France, Germany, Denmark
Experience processing equity compensation, including stock options and RSUs, with a strong understanding of associated tax withholding and compliance requirements
Experience processing taxable/non-taxable fringe benefits, leave of absence, 401(k), overtime pay, and visa holder payroll
Hands-on experience supporting financial statement audits, workers' compensation audits, and 401(k) audits, including preparation of schedules and responding to auditor requests
Experience performing payroll accounting tasks including journal entries and GL reconciliations
Demonstrated ability to identify process improvement opportunities and lead or contribute to cross-functional initiatives
Highly organized with strong attention to detail; ability to prioritize competing deadlines and pivot as business needs shift
Intermediate Excel skills including XLOOKUP, pivot tables, and IF functions
Ability to handle confidential data with discretion and professionalism
Effective written and verbal communication skills across various levels of management and external partners.
Benefits
Full-time U.S. employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits program including equity, health, dental, vision, 401(k)+ employer match, wellness, commuter, and more.
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