Payroll Project Intern: Optimize Payroll & Compliance

TikTok; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 28,929 - 39,950; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Housing allowance

10 paid holidays per year

Job summary

TikTok is seeking a Payroll Analyst Project Intern (HROP) starting 2026 in San Jose, CA. You will manage end-to-end monthly payroll inputs, validate outputs, and support payroll system improvements while ensuring compliance with policies and regulations.

The role targets undergrad or master students in Accounting/Finance or Data Management, with strong Excel and project-management skills, plus clear communication and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an Undergraduate/Masters in Accounting/Finance or Data Management.
• Strong academic performance in mathematical equations or financial modeling.
• Excel and project management capabilities.
• Proven ability to perform high-quality academic projects.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end monthly payroll activities and validate inputs/outputs and reporting.
• Drive payroll process improvements and system implementations.
• Ensure compliance with payroll and benefits policies and regulatory changes.
• Prepare payroll reports and analyses, supporting audits.
• Oversee payroll vendors and ensure SLA adherence.
• Liaise with authorities on social security and tax matters.
• Collaborate with HR business partners to improve employee experience.

Skills

Excel

Project management

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Undergraduate/Masters in Accounting/Finance or Data Management

Tools

Payroll tools

Job description

TikTok is seeking a Payroll Analyst Project Intern (HROP) starting 2026 in San Jose, CA. You will manage end-to-end monthly payroll inputs, validate outputs, and support payroll system improvements while ensuring compliance with policies and regulations.

The role targets undergrad or master students in Accounting/Finance or Data Management, with strong Excel and project-management skills, plus clear communication and collaboration.