HR Operations Analyst – Payroll & Compliance- Remote within Eastern time zone

Overview

This role supports HR operations by connecting Payroll, Benefits, Finance, and HRIS across North America. The position focuses on payroll tax compliance, audits, and cross-functional projects rather than day-to-day payroll processing. Work is primarily remote and requires availability during Eastern Time business hours.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the connector between Payroll, Benefits, Finance, and HRIS, ensuring data, reporting, and processes remain aligned across teams
• Own payroll tax compliance, including jurisdiction registrations, ongoing monitoring, audits, and resolving notices across federal, state, local, and Canadian provincial requirements
• Lead 401(k) employer match true-ups and bonus accrual tracking, partnering with Finance on calculations and approvals
• Manage payroll-adjacent compliance areas, including EEO reporting and workers’ compensation across multiple states
• Prepare payroll and finance reports (gross payroll, hours, PTO, tax and benefit deductions) for budgeting and audits
• Drive process improvements by identifying where automation or improved tools can strengthen connections between Payroll, Benefits, and HRIS
• Support payroll, HR, and operations during mergers & acquisitions
• Serve as backup to the payroll processor as needed; understanding payroll processing is important, though daily processing is not the primary focus
• Document processes clearly to build resilient institutional knowledge

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Accounting, or related field (equivalent experience considered)
• 4+ years of payroll experience with strong knowledge of multi-state rules and compliance across North America
• Ability to operate independently: research unfamiliar issues, propose solutions, and work without waiting for direction
• Exposure to an HRIS/payroll system (Dayforce preferred, not required)
• Strong critical thinking, documentation habits, and attention to detail
• Excellent communication across all levels of the organization, from individual employees to executive leadership
• Discretion with confidential information
• Must be available during Eastern Time business hours; remote

Compensation & Benefits

• Full benefits starting Day 1: Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401(k) with company match
• Unlimited Flex Time Off plus 10 company-paid holidays
• Professional development programs and tuition assistance
• Home office equipment stipend
• Employee resource groups and exclusive employee discounts

Equal Opportunity & Voluntary Self-Identification

OEConnection is subject to certain governmental recordkeeping and reporting requirements for the administration of civil rights laws and regulations. Applicants and employees are invited to voluntarily self-identify gender, race, and ethnicity. Submission is voluntary, and refusal to provide it will not result in adverse treatment. Information is kept confidential and used only as required by applicable laws and regulations for civil rights enforcement reporting. When reported, data will not identify any specific individual and will be maintained separately from employment applications.

The employer is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship status, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.