Payroll Coordinator

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. Respond to employee and manager payroll questions through Jira and the Payroll Hotline .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeDraper • Utah • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $51,000 - $60,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in payroll processing, including handling inquiries, resolving issues, and maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations. Proficient in client service, problem-solving, and managing confidential employee records.

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Payroll ProcessingWorkday ExperienceMicrosoft Excel ProficiencyClient Service SkillsAttention To Detail

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Hard Skills

Payroll ReportingTax Account SetupDocument ManagementAudit SupportJira Usage

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingCommunication SkillsMultitaskingPrioritization

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficePayroll Hotline

Certifications & Qualifications

High School DiplomaGED

Industry Keywords

HR OperationsConfidentialityState-Mandated ReportingThird-Party Vendor Coordination

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Respond to employee and manager payroll questions through Jira and the Payroll Hotline
Resolve routine payroll questions and escalate complex or sensitive issues
Track requests through completion, document actions and outcomes, and follow up with employees
Identify recurring questions and help improve guides, FAQs, and communications
Log incoming Payroll mail, including payroll tax notices, and distribute items appropriately
Route tax notices to OSV, track notices to resolution, and monitor response deadlines
Work with third-party vendors to resolve payroll tax notice issues
Assist with state-mandated payroll reporting and preparation and filing of reports to state, local, and federal agencies
Set up new state and local jurisdictions, including agency registrations and tax account setup
Maintain records of jurisdiction setups, registrations, and agency account information
Provide backup support during payroll processing
Maintain confidential Payroll files and records
Support audit requests and process documentation
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or GED required
Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred but not necessary
One or more years of payroll, HR operations, or customer service experience preferred
Workday experience preferred but not necessary
Good client service skills and the ability to communicate clearly with employees and managers
Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask and prioritize in a time-sensitive setting
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, including Excel spreadsheet preparation
Ability to respect the confidentiality and privacy of employee records

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, Vision
401(k) Match
Flexible PTO
Earn a Mattress
Purple Swag
Amazing Purple Products
Annual employee appreciation events