Senior Payroll Analyst

Motive; United States; Remote; USD 69,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic technology company is seeking a seasoned Sr. Payroll Analyst with over 5 years of experience in both U.S. and international payroll. The role involves ensuring accurate payroll processing, compliance with tax regulations, and collaboration across departments. Candidates should have strong skills in ADP systems and advanced Excel. This position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Health insurance

Paid time off

401k contribution

Life insurance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of payroll experience with U.S. and international payrolls required.
• Strong working knowledge of ADP systems is essential.
• Practical experience with accounting processes and payroll reporting needed.

Responsibilities

• Process and administer U.S. and Canadian payrolls.
• Review payroll data and respond to employee inquiries.
• Generate payroll reports for partners and stakeholders.

Skills

U.S. payroll processing

International payroll processing

ADP systems

Analytical skills

Advanced Excel skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Workday

Job description

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Sr. Payroll Analyst with 5+ years of expertise in processing both U.S. and international payroll operations. The ideal candidate will have solid experience with ADP systems, payroll accounting, and general ledger reporting. This role requires a detail-oriented professional who can ensure accurate payroll processing, compliance, and financial reconciliation across multiple jurisdictions. The Sr. Payroll Analyst will act as a key liaison between HR, Finance, and external payroll providers to drive process improvements and deliver timely, accurate payrolls.

What You'll Do:

• Process and administer end-to-end semi-monthly payroll for the US and Canadian Employees, and provide backup support for international payrolls (Mexico, and the UK).
• Review payroll data, timesheets, and system inputs to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Respond to employee inquiries and provide resolution for payroll issues.
• Support the Accounting Team with payroll GL inquiries; prepare, review, and reconcile payroll-related journal entries and reports.
• Generate payroll reports for partners and stakeholders, including tax, benefits, overtime, and other payroll-related metrics.
• Support year-end processes such as W-2 distribution, international tax filings, and statutory reporting.
• Assist with processing RSU transactions and equity-related payroll items within ADP.
• Partner with HR and Finance teams globally to streamline payroll operations and identify opportunities for automation and efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations as well as international labor and tax requirements.
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries and provide timely resolution while maintaining a high level of customer service.

What We're Looking For:

• 5+ years of payroll experience with hands-on exposure to both U.S. and international payrolls.
• Strong working knowledge of ADP systems (Workforce Now or equivalent).
• Practical experience with general ledger reconciliations, accounting processes, and payroll reporting.
• Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, reconciliations) and familiarity with payroll reporting tools.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with close attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with Workday or other HCM platforms integrated with ADP.
• Exposure to international payroll systems, vendor management, or mobility-related tax/payroll considerations.
• Knowledge of equity payroll processes including RSUs and stock-related transactions.

Pay Transparency:

Your compensation may be based on several factors, including education, work experience, and certifications. For certain roles, total compensation may include restricted stock units. Motive offers benefits including health, pharmacy, optical and dental care benefits, paid time off, sick time off, short term and long term disability coverage, life insurance as well as 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Learn more about our benefits by visiting Motive Perks & Benefits.

The compensation range for this position will depend on where you reside. For this role, the compensation range is:

• United States — $69,000 USD to $105,000 USD

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