Senior Payroll Analyst (Remote, US)

Job Description

Grafana Labs is looking for a Senior Payroll Analyst to join our Finance team. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Payroll and working closely with our People and Accounting teams, this is an opportunity to join a rapidly growing Company and play a driving role in our payroll operations. 

The Senior Payroll Analyst role is an exciting opportunity to utilize your payroll operations skills. You will love this role if you thrive in a fast-paced environment where you have the opportunity to dig into the details, conduct analyses, and provide consultation on a day-to-day basis related to everything payroll.  

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and process all multi-state payroll functions for semi-monthly payroll
• Prepare, enter, and upload payroll data in a timely manner
• Work with Variable Compensation to ensure commissions are paid timely through payroll
• Process child support orders, wage assignments, garnishments, and tax levies
• Work with People partners to ensure proper adjustments to payroll are recorded 
• Assist with payroll liabilities audit by making sure calculation of employee federal, state, local, medicare and social security, etc. taxes comply with government regulations
• Maintain productive relationships with People team, including Benefits, Operations, and Business Partners
• Prepare workflows to maintain consistency in processing payroll
• Maintain payroll coding in Payroll provider system to ensure proper recording of payroll in Accounting software 
• Respond to employee inquiries and requests regarding payroll related matters in a timely manner 
• Assist with quarterly tax and W-2’s reconciliation  
• Look for ways to automate processes to ensure accuracy
• Be able to research payroll issues independently, demonstrating high analytical ability, knowledge of best practices, and an understanding of federal and state payroll tax and labor law developments 
• Other projects/requests as needed

What is needed: 

• 5+ years of payroll experience, preferably in Tech/SaaS industry
• Minimum 2-3 years Workday experience
• Experience with ADP SmartCompliance 
• Experience with multi-state Payrolls 
• Knowledge of US federal, state, and local payroll regulations, including payroll tax, reporting, and required filings
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Google Suite systems
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Problem-solving & analytical skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Must be detail oriented, accurate, and well organized
• Be proactive in nature

In the United States, the base compensation range for this role is $85,000 - $103,000.  Actual compensation may vary based on level, experience, and skillset as assessed in the interview process. Benefits include equity, bonus (if applicable) and other benefits listed here.