Senior Payroll Analyst, Equity

Overview

• The Sr. Payroll Analyst, Equity ensures compliance and operational excellence in payroll and equity compensation programs.
• This role involves managing complex payroll processes, expatriate payroll, and equity transaction taxation.
• Utilizes Oracle Fusion and Shareworks for payroll processing and system enhancements.
• Collaborates with Equity, Treasury, Payroll Tax, Accounting, and HR Operations teams.
• Supports year-end activities including W-2 processing and reconciliations.
• Ensures proper taxation and reporting of equity compensation globally.
• Develops and enhances payroll processes for efficiency and internal controls.
• Participates in special projects such as system enhancements and global payroll transitions.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Process and review complex U.S. payroll transactions with global considerations.
• Administer payroll for expatriates, tax equalization, shadow payrolls, and multi-country reporting.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and international payroll regulations.
• Process equity-related transactions including RSU vesting and stock option exercises.
• Utilize Oracle Fusion for payroll processing, reporting, and issue resolution.
• Collaborate with Payroll Tax and Accounting to ensure accurate journal entries and reconciliations.
• Work cross-functionally to identify root causes of payroll system issues.
• Support internal and external audit requests and participate in special projects.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree required.
• 5+ years of progressive payroll experience, including U.S.-based payroll operations.
• Demonstrated global payroll experience with multi-country exposure.
• Advanced experience with Oracle Fusion payroll module.
• Proven expertise in Shareworks for audit support and payroll reconciliation.
• CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) designation preferred.
• Experience supporting year-end payroll processes and bonus cycles.
• Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret complex pay data.