Payroll Accountant

Nutanix; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Nutanix, Inc. in San Jose seeks a Senior Payroll Administrator to manage end-to-end payroll for US and Canada, bi-weekly and semi-monthly cycles, using ADP Workforce Now and Workday. You will ensure accurate wages, timekeeping, and compliance across multi-state and provincial regulations.

The role requires strong data integrity, confidentiality, and collaboration with HR and Finance. CPP/FPC certification preferred; LATAM experience a plus; you will support audits and year-end processes and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of payroll experience including U.S. and Canadian processing.
• Experience with multi-state payroll.
• Proficiency with ADP Workforce Now or comparable ADP payroll platforms.
• Experience using Workday Payroll modules.
• Strong knowledge of payroll regulations, taxes, compliance and reporting.
• Experience handling confidential information with discretion.
• CPP/FPC certification or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly and semi-monthly payroll for U.S. and Canadian employees using ADP and Workday.
• Review timekeeping data, ensure accurate wages, overtime, bonuses, and commissions.
• Maintain payroll schedules, processing calendars, and deadlines.
• Prepare payroll reports, year-end documents, and assist audits.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Audits experience

Team collaboration

Education

CPP or FPC or equivalent payroll certification

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Workday Payroll

Job description

Accounting & FinanceSan Jose,CaliforniaReq.Num.: 32532

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Senior Payroll Administrator to support end-to-end payroll processing for employees across the United States and Canada. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with ADP and Workday, strong knowledge of multi-state and provincial U.S. and Canadian payroll regulations, and a commitment to delivering accurate, confidential, and exceptional payroll services.

This role requires a proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, manages multiple priorities effectively, and collaborates closely with HR, Finance, and business partners.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll Processing

• Process bi-weekly and semi-monthly payroll for U.S. and Canadian employees using ADP and Workday.
• Ensure accurate calculation of wages, overtime, bonuses, commissions, and special payments.
• Review and validate timekeeping data and resolve discrepancies with managers and employees.
• Maintain payroll schedules, processing calendars, and deadlines.

Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure payroll compliance with federal, state, provincial, and local regulations in the U.S. and Canada.
• Prepare and reconcile payroll reports and year-end documents, including W-2s, T4s, and Records of Employment (ROEs).
• Support internal and external audits by providing payroll documentation and responding to inquiries.
• Monitor regulatory changes and implement updates to payroll practices as needed.

Systems & Data Management

• Maintain payroll and employee records in ADP and Workday, ensuring data accuracy and confidentiality.
• Assist with payroll system updates, testing, troubleshooting, and process improvements.
• Partner with HR and Finance to maintain data integrity across systems.

Employee Support

• Respond to employee inquiries regarding pay, taxes, deductions, timekeeping, and payroll policies.
• Provide outstanding customer service and resolve payroll issues in a timely manner.
• Escalate complex payroll matters appropriately and recommend solutions.

Qualifications

Required

• 5+ years of payroll experience, including U.S. and Canadian payroll processing.
• Experience processing multi-state payroll.
• Proficiency with ADP Workforce Now or comparable ADP payroll platforms.
• Experience using Workday Payroll modules.
• Strong knowledge of payroll regulations, taxes, compliance, and reporting.
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are important.
• Experience processing Canadian payroll and multi-province payroll.
• CPP, FPC, or equivalent payroll certification.
• Experience supporting audits and year-end payroll activities.
• LATAM experience would be a plus.

Preferred Attributes

• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining a collaborative approach.
• Strong partnership skills with HR, Finance, and Operations teams.

What Success Looks Like

• Accurate and timely payroll processing.
• High standards of compliance and audit readiness.
• Exceptional employee service and responsiveness.
• Continuous improvement of payroll processes and controls.

Join our team and help ensure a seamless payroll experience for employees across the United States and Canada.

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Nutanix is an equal opportunity employer.

Nutanix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and (in the U.S.) an Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other category protected by applicable law. We hire and promote individuals solely on the basis of qualifications for the job to be filled. We strive to foster an inclusive working environment that enables all our Nutants to be themselves and to do great work in a safe and welcoming environment, free of unlawful discrimination, intimidation or harassment. As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please let us know by contacting [e-mail] .