Lead Payroll Specialist

Entrupy

. Own end-to-end US payroll operations across multiple states, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant processing through Justworks, including new hires, terminations, compensation changes, deductions, benefits, and off-cycle payments .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $70,000 - $90,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in managing end-to-end payroll operations, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and effectively coordinating with cross-functional teams. Proficient in payroll platforms and data analysis, with a strong focus on accuracy and process improvement.

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10+ Years Experience In Payroll OperationsStrong Understanding Of Payroll RegulationsHands-On Experience With Payroll PlatformsProficiency In Excel Or Google SheetsExperience Managing Payroll Reconciliations

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Hard Skills

Payroll OperationsPayroll CompliancePayroll ReconciliationsDeductions ManagementBenefits AdministrationYear-End Payroll ActivitiesData AnalysisProcess ImprovementAudit SupportMulti-State Payroll Management

Soft Skills

Attention To DetailOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementClear CommunicationCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

JustworksADPPaychexGustoWorkforceEmpower

Industry Keywords

Payroll RegulationsTax WithholdingWage-And-Hour RequirementsPayroll Tax FilingsW-2 PreparationConfidentialityInternal ControlsGlobal Payroll OperationsVariable Compensation PaymentsRemote Work

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own end-to-end US payroll operations across multiple states, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant processing through Justworks, including new hires, terminations, compensation changes, deductions, benefits, and off-cycle payments
Coordinate global payroll operations across international entities with local teams and external providers, overseeing processing, reconciliations, reporting, and compliance
Manage time and attendance through Workforce, including non-exempt employee hours, overtime, approvals, and exception management
Coordinate 401(k) administration through Empower, including contributions, reconciliations, remittances, and compliance activities
Partner with Finance and Revenue Operations to validate and execute commissions, bonuses, and other variable compensation payments
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations, including tax withholding, wage-and-hour requirements, payroll tax filings, W-2 preparation, year-end reporting, and audits
Partner with People and Finance on payroll inputs, reconciliations, reporting, journal entries, accruals, and month-end close activities
Serve as the primary internal payroll subject-matter expert, resolving employee inquiries and discrepancies and coordinating with external providers
Own payroll calendars, procedures, documentation, approval workflows, and internal controls; improve systems and standardize global processes
Maintain confidentiality and controls over sensitive employee, payroll, and compensation information

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of experience with non-exempt salaries, global payroll, preferably in a multi-state environment
Strong understanding of US federal, state, and local payroll regulations, tax requirements, and compliance
Hands-on experience with payroll platforms such as ADP, Paychex, Gusto, Justworks, or similar systems
Experience managing payroll reconciliations, deductions, benefits, and year-end payroll activities
Strong proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets, with the ability to analyze and validate payroll data
Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage sensitive financial information with accuracy
Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to meet strict payroll deadlines
Clear communication skills and a collaborative approach to working with employees and cross-functional teams
Highly proactive, dependable, and comfortable working independently in a remote environment
Experience supporting payroll audits, process improvements, or payroll system implementations is a plus
This is a non-exempt salaried position.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote with a Flexible work environment.
Own a mission-critical finance function with direct impact
Market-competitive focused compensation structure
Generous time away including company holidays, paid time off, sick time, parental leave, and more!
Rich medical benefits and insurance coverage
3.5% 401 (k) match
Dedicated mental health support for employees and eligible dependents
Opportunity to be part of a category-defining start-up in a collaborative, high-impact team
Partner cross-functionally to shape payroll strategy and systems
Opportunity to scale processes as the company grows.