Payroll Administrator (US-Focused)

Why This Role Stands Out

• Competitive salary package

• Work with a fast-growing, internationally distributed company

• High ownership over payroll operations and compliance

• Exposure to US payroll systems and regulations

• Stable, long-term opportunity with growth potential

• Collaborative, cross-functional environment

About the Opportunity

Our client is a rapidly scaling company with a global team and a strong presence in the US. As their workforce grows, payroll complexity is increasing — particularly with US-based employees and compliance requirements.

They are looking for a Payroll Administrator with hands-on US payroll experience who can ensure accurate, compliant, and timely payroll processing. This role requires a strong understanding of US labor laws, tax regulations, and payroll best practices.

You will play a key role in maintaining operational accuracy and ensuring employees are paid correctly and on time, while navigating multi-jurisdictional requirements.

Working Hours

• 09:00 AM – 05:00 PM PT (aligned with US business hours)

What They Are Looking For You to Own

Payroll Processing & Compliance

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing for US employees

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations

• Maintain accurate payroll records, deductions, and tax filings

• Handle payroll reconciliations and resolve discrepancies

Regulatory Knowledge & Accuracy

• Stay up to date with US labor laws, tax codes, and compliance requirements

• Ensure proper handling of benefits, bonuses, commissions, and reimbursements

• Support audits and maintain documentation for compliance purposes

Systems & Reporting

• Work with payroll systems and tools to ensure efficient processing

• Generate payroll reports for finance and leadership teams

• Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes and accuracy

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with HR and Finance teams on employee data, compensation changes, and reporting

• Support onboarding/offboarding payroll activities

• Act as a point of contact for payroll-related employee inquiries

What They Are Looking For

• Proven experience in US payroll administration

• Strong knowledge of US payroll laws, tax regulations, and compliance

• Experience processing payroll for US-based employees

• High attention to detail and accuracy

• Experience with payroll systems and tools

• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information

• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills

• Clear communication skills when working across teams and time zones

• Willingness to work US business hours

Nice to Have

• Experience supporting multi-state US payroll

• Familiarity with payroll platforms (e.g., Gusto, ADP, Rippling)

• Experience in high-growth or international companies

• Basic understanding of accounting or finance processes