Payroll Administrator

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. Support the organization’s payroll functions .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in multi-state payroll processing, compliance with labor and tax laws, and proficiency in Workday Payroll. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail support effective collaboration across departments and resolution of payroll-related inquiries.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Multi-State Payroll ExperienceWorkday Payroll ProficiencyKnowledge of Labor and Tax LawsStrong Analytical SkillsExcellent Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Payroll ProcessingFinal Pay ProcessingPayroll Data AnalysisTax CompliancePayroll Audit ProcessingAttention to DetailStandard Procedure ApplicationProblem-Solving SkillsMicrosoft Office ProficiencyConfidentiality

Soft Skills

Customer Service OrientationAbility to Work IndependentlySolution-Oriented MindsetCross-Functional Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Workday Payroll System

Industry Keywords

Healthcare PayrollFederal Payroll RegulationsState Payroll RegulationsLocal Payroll Regulations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the organization’s payroll functions
Ensure pay is processed on time, accurately, and in compliance with applicable laws and regulations
Support the company’s third-party payroll services provider in payroll processing
Analyze, prepare, and input payroll data for multiple locations in multiple states
Support the Benefits, HR, and Payroll Manager with federal, state, and local payroll, tax, and reporting requirements
Research and resolve routine employee paycheck-related questions
Comply with internal payroll policies and procedures
Process payroll-related audit requests
Support configuration changes in the Workday Payroll system
Collaborate with accounting, benefits, and human resources teams
Work with the Legal Department on over-payment letters, documenting errors and suggested improvements
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent required
5+ years of payroll or finance experience
Experience with US multi-state payroll
Experience with Workday Payroll preferred
Experience working at a healthcare company
Strong background in processing final pay in CA, OR and NY
Knowledge and understanding of multi-state payroll and taxes at the federal, state, and local level
Knowledge of labor and tax laws related to payroll
Attention to detail and confidentiality
Ability to work independently
Skill in applying and following standard procedures
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Solution-oriented mindset
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an emphasis on customer service
Ability to work cross-functionally with all levels of staff
Proficient in Microsoft Office products
Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time
Ability to work on a computer throughout the majority of the day
Ability to use and speak on the phone or via teleconference as needed

Benefits

Comp & perks

Dynamic work environment
Talents and skills valued and rewarded
Remote work arrangement
Minimal exposure to excessive noise or adverse environmental issues