Hybrid Multi-State Payroll Specialist

Jobless; Round Rock (TX); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401(k) retirement plan with company-mq

Health coverage

Wellness and lifestyle perks

Job summary

Riot Platforms is seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage payroll operations across ten entities in multiple states for 800+ employees from the Round Rock, TX office. You will ensure accurate processing, reconcile timekeeping, and support year-end close while collaborating with Accounting and Benefits teams.

The role requires 5+ years of multi-state payroll experience, a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, and strong Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience managing union, multi-state, multi-entity payroll in complex environments.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) certification is highly preferred.
• Experience with major payroll platforms (ADP, Workday, Dayforce, SAP SuccessFactors) is valued.
• Strong knowledge of state tax compliance and wage garnishment laws.

Responsibilities

• Manage weekly, bi-weekly, and semi-monthly payroll cycles for multiple entities across states to ensure accurate, on-time payroll.
• Review timekeeping data, reconcile hours, overtime, and leave to resolve discrepancies.
• Enter and maintain payroll data including earnings, taxes, deductions, and non-taxable wages.
• Support year-end payroll close and W-2 preparation.
• Coordinate with Accounting and Benefits teams for correct deductions and journal postings.
• Prepare payroll reports for management, audits, and cross‑functional departments.

Skills

Payroll management

Multi-state payroll

Payroll compliance

Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

CPP certification preferred

Tools

ADP

Workday

Dayforce

SAP SuccessFactors

Job description

Riot Platforms is seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage payroll operations across ten entities in multiple states for 800+ employees from the Round Rock, TX office. You will ensure accurate processing, reconcile timekeeping, and support year-end close while collaborating with Accounting and Benefits teams.

The role requires 5+ years of multi-state payroll experience, a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, and strong Excel skills.