Process accurate, timely US and Canada payrolls; collaborate with internal teams and external providers; maintain payroll records; support audits, reporting, reconciliations, and variance analysis; answer employee payroll questions; monitor legislative changes; ensure compliance; meet KPIs and SLAs; and contribute to process improvements.
We’re on the lookout for a detail-loving, spreadsheet-whispering, deadline-friendly Payroll Specialist to make sure that our colleagues across Europe + APAC are paid on time, every time.
You will play a key role in the monthly magic that is payroll. If you like precision, love being that dependable go-to person, and you take pride in doing things right, this one’s for you.
What you’ll be doing
- Process monthly payroll for US & Canada payrolls, ensuring accuracy, compliance and timeliness
- Collaborating with internal teams and external providers to collect, validate and submit payroll data
- Maintain accurate payroll records and support documentation for audits and compliance purposes
- Respond to employee questions related to payroll & payslips in a clear and professional manner
- Assist with payroll reporting and reconciliations, including monthly variance analysis and internal reviews
- Monitor legislative changes and coordinate with our external providers to ensure payroll remains compliant with local laws
- Adhere to our team’s KPIs and SLAs
- Pitching in with process improvements – we love people who say “Hey, I think this could be done simpler.”
Education and Experience
- 5+ years of experience working with US & Canada payroll is required
- Bi-weekly & Weekly payroll processing is an advantage
- Exposure to a high transaction volume and multi-task work environment
- Experience in working with global HRIS & Payroll vendor systems, Workday, CloudPay and ADP are an advantage
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, oral, and written English communication skills required
- Strong analytical skills with an ability to detect inconsistencies in data
- Ability to work with minimal supervision
- Maintain confidential information when required by legal and ethical standards of professionalism to ensure privacy of employee records.
We offer all employees access to a dedicated recognition platform, empowering you to celebrate achievements, share appreciation and stay connected globally.
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