Payroll Analyst - High-Growth, Equity & Benefits

C3.ai, Inc.; Redwood City (CA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

C3 AI, Redwood City, is seeking a Payroll Analyst to join our onsite team. You will manage semi-monthly US payroll, stock activities, and HR-related payroll changes across multiple states.

You’ll ensure compliance, prepare journal entries for month-end, and support audits. Requires a BS in accounting/finance, 3+ years US payroll, and Excel; NetSuite Payroll is a plus. Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a similar field.
• 3+ years of experience processing U.S. payroll.
• Experience in a high-growth software company.
• Proficiency in daily tasks and adaptability to changing priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with NetSuite Payroll is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Process semi-monthly, multi-state US payroll including medical benefits, FSA, ESPP, 401(k) contributions and loans.
• Manage daily stock activities such as exercise and vesting.
• Collaborate with HR on hires, terminations, leave of absences and payroll-impacting changes.
• Ensure payroll operations comply with company procedures and regulations (federal/state).
• Prepare payroll journal entries and assist with GL reconciliations for month-end close.
• Participate in quarterly reviews, annual audit, and SOX requests.
• Provide cross-functional support to accounting (AP, GL) as needed.
• Serve as the payroll contact for questions and ad hoc requests.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Tools

NetSuite Payroll

Microsoft Excel

Job description

C3 AI, Redwood City, is seeking a Payroll Analyst to join our onsite team. You will manage semi-monthly US payroll, stock activities, and HR-related payroll changes across multiple states.

You’ll ensure compliance, prepare journal entries for month-end, and support audits. Requires a BS in accounting/finance, 3+ years US payroll, and Excel; NetSuite Payroll is a plus. Must be authorized to work in the United States.