Payroll Analyst

Lambda

. Process end-to-end bi-weekly, semi-monthly, and high-volume off-cycle payroll for a multi-state, remote workforce, including pre- and post-payroll reconciliation .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeSan Francisco • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $149,000 - $170,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in end-to-end payroll processing, including multi-state and international payroll, while ensuring compliance with payroll tax regulations and maintaining accurate payroll records. Proficient in payroll accounting and reconciliation, with strong collaboration skills to partner with cross-functional teams.

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End-To-End Payroll ProcessingPayroll Compliance RequirementsHRIS/Payroll Platforms (Workday, Rippling, ADP)Payroll Accounting and ReconciliationAdvanced Excel or Google Sheets Proficiency

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Hard Skills

End-To-End Payroll ProcessingPayroll CompliancePayroll AccountingTax Calculation and ReportingAccount ReconciliationTime Tracking ValidationProcess ImprovementAutomationSystem ImplementationEquity and Stock Transaction Processing

Soft Skills

CollaborationProblem-SolvingCommunicationIssue ResolutionAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

WorkdayRipplingADPJIRAExcelGoogle Sheets

Industry Keywords

Multi-State PayrollInternational PayrollSOX ComplianceFederal and State Tax ComplianceHigh-Growth Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Process end-to-end bi-weekly, semi-monthly, and high-volume off-cycle payroll for a multi-state, remote workforce, including pre- and post-payroll reconciliation
Support international payroll, both in-house and through payroll partner vendors
Maintain employee payroll records and audit time and attendance entries for accuracy
Monitor missing time and approvals ahead of payroll cutoffs
Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and international payroll tax and wage and hour requirements
Monitor tax law changes
Respond to tax agency notices and manage quarterly amendments and unemployment claims
Perform monthly, quarterly, and year-end reconciliations of payroll-related accounts
Validate payroll inputs from HR, time tracking, benefits, and equity systems; investigate and resolve discrepancies
Maintain payroll controls and supporting documentation for SOX compliance and internal and external audits
Partner with People, Finance, AP, and IT teams to resolve payroll questions and support month-end close
Manage external vendor relationships and drive issue resolution and deliverables
Resolve employee service cases in JIRA within established SLAs
Collaborate on process improvement, automation, and system implementation

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years experience
Hands-on experience processing end-to-end payroll, including multi-state and international payroll (in-house and payroll partner vendors)
Proficiency with modern HRIS/payroll platforms Workday, Rippling, ADP
Strong understanding of payroll compliance requirements, tax calculation and reporting
Working knowledge of benefits deductions and tax administration
Payroll accounting, including account reconciliations and month-end close
Advanced proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets
Able and willing to work onsite at the San Francisco or San Jose office 4 days a week
Legally authorized to work in the United States
Exposure to equity and stock related transaction processing
Start-up or high-growth environment background

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous cash & equity compensation
Health, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
Wellness and commuter stipends for select roles
401k Plan with 2% company match (USA employees)
Flexible paid time off plan
Work from home Tuesday