Senior Payroll & Benefits Specialist

About the role

Our client, a high-growth global software company, is hiring a Senior Payroll & Benefits Specialist to join its growing team. Reporting to the Head of Payroll and partnering closely with the Payroll Manager, this individual will support payroll and benefits administration across the U.S. and North America for approximately 250 employees. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing global organization, gain exposure to international payroll operations, and make a meaningful impact on a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Support payroll and benefits administration across the U.S. and North America for ~250 employees.
• Partner with employees, HR, Finance, and external vendors.
• Help identify and implement process improvements.

Requirements

• 3+ years of payroll and benefits experience.
• Hands‑on experience with ADP, Workday, or a similar payroll platform.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of U.S. payroll regulations, including federal, state, and local tax compliance.
• Experience with multi‑state payroll processing.

Skills

• Detail‑oriented and proactive.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, evolving environment.
• Strong communication skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations.

Pay

Compensation targeting up to $125K base salary plus equity.

Schedule

Hybrid/remote role with expected travel to the NYC office when needed.