Senior Payroll Administrator

Position Description 

The Senior Payroll Administrator (Level II) plays a crucial role in supporting intelligent, financially sound compliance and reporting for our payroll functions. The right person for this role is a systems thinker with a passion for developing and maintaining simple and sustainable processes and enjoys translating data into insights efficiently and effectively. This highly visible role offers career opportunities and progression in a high-growth environment, as well as exposure to key leaders in the organization. This position will work closely with the Sr. Payroll Manager and Payroll Supervisor providing payroll analysis support as we execute strategic growth initiatives.

Position Location:  US or Canada (Remote)

Pay Band: The hourly rate range for this position is $28.00 - 33.65 USD (US) or $38.34 - $46.08 CAD (Canada) commensurate with work location, experience, skills, certifications, education, and prior accomplishments.

The position may be eligible for additional compensation, including a bonus, commission and/or equity, as applicable.

What You'll Do:

• Process payroll data, including regular wages, overtime, bonuses, deductions, equity, and taxes.
• Resolve payroll discrepancies and errors.
• Communicate with employees regarding payroll issues.
• Train and mentor other payroll processors.
• Populate and maintain payroll report workbooks for compliance support.
• Support documentation of payroll processes.
•  Ad hoc analytics to support payroll related business analysis.
• Assist with projects to further payroll efficiencies.
• May support system testing and improvement initiatives.

What You Bring to the Table:

• A minimum of 5+ years of experience in payroll processing, including Canada and multi-states is required.
• Strong experience using ADP Workforce Now or other enterprise level payroll software is required. ADP experience highly preferred. 
  • Experience and strong understanding of ADP Year End Dashboard (W-2 & T-4 Processing/ Checklist) is a major plus
• Up-to-date knowledge of city, state, provincial, local and federal legislation affecting payroll; understands and follows applicable provisions.
• Degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is preferred, but not required
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel.
• Ability to work independently and as a team to prioritize tasks and handle simultaneous assignments under tight deadlines and in a fast-paced environment.