A high-growth, global technology company is seeking a Senior Payroll Analyst (contract) on a hybrid basis in San Francisco, CA. This is a hands-on role partnering closely with Payroll and Equity/Stock teams to ensure accurate processing of complex compensation.
What you’ll focus on:
- Process high-volume, transaction-related payroll events including equity settlements, bonuses, commissions, PTO payouts, and expense adjustments
- Review and validate employee-level data, tax calculations, and settlement details across large datasets
- Execute supplemental payroll tax calculations (federal, state, FICA) and ensure accurate W-2 treatment for equity income
- Build and run custom reporting and data uploads within Workday to support reconciliation and audit readiness
- Identify and resolve discrepancies across employee records, tax setups, and withholding outcomes
- Support employee inquiries tied to pay statements, taxes, and one-time payouts
- Assist with retirement contributions and time tracking review during condensed payroll cycles
What matters most:
- 5+ years of U.S. payroll experience, including complex or supplemental pay events
- Deep, hands-on Workday Payroll expertise (reporting, EIBs, tax configuration)
- Strong understanding of payroll tax compliance across federal and multi-state environments
- Advanced Excel skills with experience reconciling large datasets
- Ability to operate independently, prioritize under pressure, and maintain accuracy in time-sensitive environments
Nice to have:
- Exposure to equity compensation or transaction-related payroll (e.g., liquidity events, acquisitions)
- Familiarity with stock administration data and multi-state tax apportionment
- CPP certification
Details:
- Location: San Francisco (hybrid, 2–3 days onsite)
- Duration: 6 months, possible extension
If you’ve supported high-impact payroll and can step in quickly, this is a strong opportunity to work on a visible, complex project with meaningful scope.
