Payroll Compliance & Efficiency Specialist

Overview

This role involves ensuring compliance and efficiency in payroll operations for a complex, nationwide workforce using Workday payroll systems. The Payroll Compliance & Efficiency Specialist will research applicable payroll tax laws and regulations, recommend and implement necessary changes, and serve as a backup for payroll processing and audit functions.

Responsibilities

• Independently review and validate compliance of the Workday payroll setup
• Monitor federal, state, and local payroll law changes and identify gaps in payroll system compliance
• Partner with Human Resources and other stakeholders to implement necessary payroll changes
• Document payroll system changes with clear explanations
• Develop training content on payroll compliance topics and provide training to Payroll Administrators, benefits, HRIS, and other teams
• Manage payroll compliance reporting, including SOC reporting and local tax setup/maintenance
• Ensure accurate and organized payroll recordkeeping
• Collaborate with the Senior Payroll Analyst to conduct payroll audits, investigate discrepancies, and recommend solutions
• Drive payroll process efficiency by identifying and implementing improvements
• Liaise with compensation teams on minimum wage issues
• Act as backup for payroll audit and processing roles, including cross-training and processing biweekly payrolls

Requirements

• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP), Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC), or equivalent knowledge
• Knowledge of current and pending federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations
• Experience with multi-state payroll
• Working knowledge of Workday payroll, including processing regular and on-demand payroll and tax setup
• Ability to assess Workday payroll setup, prioritize changes, and create implementation plans
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Clear oral and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with Statutory Employees in a multi-state environment
• Payroll tax experience

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $73,955.00 - $100,059.00 per year, varying by geographic location, experience, skills, and other factors
• Benefits may include various bonuses (annual or long-term incentives), medical, dental, and vision insurance, health savings account, flexible spending account, 401(k), pension, life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, disability insurance, supplemental protection insurance
• Paid Time Off: 20 days annually, sick and safe time, 10 paid company holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and well-being benefits

Location

Remote

Equal Employment Opportunity

The employer provides equal employment opportunity without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities upon request.