Senior US Payroll

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Philippines.

📋 Description

• Manage the complete payroll process for employees based in the U.S. on a weekly, bi-weekly, semi-monthly, or monthly schedule.

• Ensure precise calculation and processing of salaries, overtime, bonuses, commissions, deductions, and garnishments.

• Review and confirm payroll data for thoroughness and accuracy before submission.

• Handle payroll adjustments, off-cycle payments, retroactive pay, and final pay calculations.

• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and Benefits departments to ensure accurate maintenance of employee records.

• Reconcile payroll reports and investigate any discrepancies.

• Assist in payroll audits and maintain necessary payroll documentation.

• Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local payroll regulations.

• Assist with year-end payroll tasks including W-2 processing and tax reporting.

• Address employee payroll inquiries and resolve payroll-related issues promptly.

• Oversee user account provisioning, modifications, and deactivations within Active Directory.

• Support requests for payroll system access and role-based security assignments.

• Maintain user access controls in alignment with internal security policies.

• Work with IT teams to troubleshoot issues related to user access and authentication.

• Conduct regular access reviews and assist with audit requirements.

• Aid in onboarding and offboarding processes concerning payroll and HR systems access.

• Document procedures for system access and keep accurate records.

• Generate and analyze payroll reports for management and regulatory purposes.

• Monitor payroll compliance with company policies and relevant laws.

• Support SOX, internal, and external audits.

• Suggest process enhancements to improve payroll accuracy and operational efficiency.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field.

• Over 5 years of experience in processing U.S. payroll.

• Comprehensive knowledge of multi-state payroll regulations, taxation, and wage/hour compliance.

• Familiarity with payroll platforms like ADP, Workday, UKG, Ceridian Dayforce, Paychex, or similar systems.

• Practical experience with Active Directory user administration.

• Experience in managing system access, permissions, and user lifecycle activities.

• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, lookups, and data analysis.

• Exceptional attention to detail and strong analytical skills.

• Strong communication skills and stakeholder management abilities.

• Willingness to work U.S. hours.

• Open to working fully remote.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

• Flexible work environment with remote work options.

• Supportive company culture that values work-life balance.