Payroll Analyst

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented US Payroll Specialist to oversee our end-to-end multi-state payroll operations.

In this role, you will ensure accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing for all US-based employees while managing internal payroll initiatives.

The ideal candidate is a strategic problem-solver with deep expertise in US labor laws, taxation, and ADP+Workday payroll systems.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee full-cycle payroll processing for over a thousand exempt and non-exempt employees across the USA.
• Ensure strict adherence to federal, state, and local tax laws, as well as FLSA regulations.
• Manage year-end payroll activities, including W-2 and W-2c generation, fringe benefit reporting, and annual tax reconciliations.
• Partner closely with HR to ensure accurate data flow for onboarding, offboarding, benefits deductions, and compensation changes.
• Act as the primary subject matter expert for our payroll system (e.g., Workday, ADP).
• Conduct regular audits of payroll data to identify and resolve discrepancies.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of payroll experience.
• Strong organisational skills; ability to complete priority tasks daily.
• Confidentiality and integrity.
• Accuracy under pressure and extreme attention to detail.
• Experience with ADP WorkforceNow and Workday.
• Bachelor’s degree.
• Technical proficiency.

Nice to haves:

• Advanced AI technical skills.
• Excellent communication skills.

Compensation: The base salary range for this full-time position in San Francisco is $121,600-$152,000 USD.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement benefits.
• Learning and development stipend.
• Generous PTO.
• Commuter stipend (may be eligible).