Highspot is hiring a
Sr. Payroll Analyst

Summary

The job is for a Senior Payroll Analyst at Highspot. The role involves managing payroll operations in the US, ensuring accurate data collection, calculations, and disbursements. The position can be remote or in-office depending on location. The base salary range is $82,000 - $122,000 with other forms of compensation possible.

Requirements

• Minimum 5-7 years of experience processing payroll in the US
• Experience with Workday system to process semi-monthly, bi-weekly and off cycle payrolls
• Strong knowledge of Excel
• Understanding of payroll rules, regulations, policies, and practices governing wage payments, distributions, and record keeping across multiple jurisdictions e.g. COBRA, FMLA, DOL/FLSA etc
• Detail oriented, deadline driven and work well under pressure with a high degree of accuracy
• Ability to work independently, and coordinate multiple large projects through planning, prioritizing, and multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, problem-solving and organizational skills required
• Continuous improvement and process mindset
• Ability to work under pressure and perform multifaceted projects in conjunction with daily activities
• Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal), interpersonal and influencing skills
• Must be able to handle confidential information with discretion

Responsibilities

• Support effective and accurate payroll data collection, calculations and disbursements as well as payroll related inquiries across the organization
• Assist with equity processing for stock activity in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations
• Assist with testing new payroll earnings, deductions, accruals, and other new programs in the test environment
• Continuous evaluation, improvement, and maintenance of existing work processes to ensure the most effective use of resources and drive operational excellence
• Support all payroll inquiries, navigate complex situations by recognizing problematic areas, and take ownership of communications through timely resolution
• Build and nurture strong working relationships with all levels across the organization, 3rd party providers, and others to resolve issues and drive process improvements
• Follow proper governance of payroll data, time and attendance, record keeping, and internal controls
• Assists internal and external auditors during the audit process by providing documents, and other payroll-related reports upon request
• Assist payroll accounting with balancing and reconciliation requests
• Provide payroll reports, metrics, and assigned management reports
• Research payroll inquiries, garnishments and ensure it is being done in a timely manner
• Assist with global payroll and related tasks as needed

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability, and life benefits
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
• 401(k) Matching with immediate vesting on employer match
• Flexible PTO
• 8 paid holidays and 5 paid days for Annual Holiday Week
• Quarterly Recharge Fridays (paid days off for mental health recharge)
• 18 weeks paid parental leave
• Access to Coaches and Therapists through Modern Health
• 2 volunteer days per year
• Commuting benefits