Payroll Administrator (Remote)

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Posted Oct 20, 2026

Remote · US Full Time
$50K – $60K/yr

Overview

This role supports the Payroll team as a US Payroll Administrator. Responsibilities include administering day-to-day payroll operations, preparing and reviewing regulatory reporting, establishing internal controls, evaluating current payroll processes, recommending improvements, and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.

This is a 100% Remote, work from home position open to candidates with US Payroll Processing experience in the US. You will report to the Supervisor of US Payroll and work with a team of Payroll specialists.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and process an accurate biweekly payroll for 500+ employees across multiple US states.
  • Manage all payroll activities including:
    • General Ledger (GL) reporting
    • W4 changes
    • Direct deposits
    • Non-exempt wage calculations
    • Voluntary and non-voluntary deductions
    • Garnishments
    • Leaves of absence
    • Termination payments
  • Partner with the HR team on payroll-related items, including:
    • Benefit deductions
    • Leaves of absence and disability
    • Onboarding of new employees
    • Termination of existing employees
    • Documentation retention
  • Process and monitor tax payments, ensuring compliance with IRS regulations.
  • Perform payroll audits as needed to ensure accuracy.
  • Respond to and resolve payroll questions and discrepancies while delivering quality customer service.
  • Support the development of payroll procedures by recommending improvements for efficiency.
  • Work with the finance team on tasks such as reconciliation of bank statements and General Ledger inquiries.

Requirements

  • 3+ years of recent hands-on payroll processing experience.
  • Strong experience with large payroll processing systems (e.g., Ceridian, ADP, Workday).
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • High proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Preferred Qualifications

  • Workday experience
  • Ceridian Dayforce experience

Compensation & Benefits

  • Salary range: $50,000–$60,000
  • 3 weeks vacation and 5 personal days
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage from your first day of employment
  • Employee stock ownership and 401k matching
  • Lifestyle rewards
  • Flexible work options
  • Additional benefits (as applicable)

Location

  • 100% Remote (work from home) position in the US