Payroll Specialist
$70,000–$95,000 year
Hybrid · San Mateo, California, United States
Job Summary
Payroll Specialist at Upstart responsible for full cycle US domestic payroll processing (biweekly and semi-monthly), timekeeping oversight for non-exempt employees, payroll data audits (new hires, salary changes, benefits, equity events such as RSU/NSO/ISO/ESPP), payroll compliance (multi-state tax withholding, garnishments, annual audits), and responding to payroll inquiries. Emphasizes meticulous accuracy, confidentiality, and collaboration with stakeholders within a digital-first environment that supports working remotely or from designated offices (Bay Area, Columbus, Austin, NYC). Knowledge of Workday and advanced Excel/Sheets is a plus, along with CPP/FPC certification as desirable. The role operates within East/West coast time zones and includes quarterly in-person onsite collaboration.
Required Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience with US Domestic payroll processing and timekeeping
- Solid understanding of payroll operations including reconciliations, SOX controls, wage types and their impact on taxation/W2
- Self-starter with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Willingness to learn, perform and succeed in a high-growth environment
- Ability to multitask, manage time and accept changing priorities
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