Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Highspot
Job overview
The Sr. Payroll Analyst at Highspot manages payroll operations in the US, ensuring accurate payroll processing and compliance, impacting employee experience and operational excellence.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves processing full-cycle payroll via Workday, supporting equity stock activity, testing payroll programs, resolving payroll inquiries, maintaining payroll governance, assisting audits, and providing payroll reports.
Compensation and benefits
The base salary ranges from $107,000 to $159,000 with eligibility for stock options and other compensation; benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, HSA contributions, 401(k) matching, flexible PTO, paid holidays, parental leave, mental health days, coaching access, volunteer days, and commuting benefits.
Experience and skills
Candidates need 5-7 years US payroll experience, proficiency with Workday and Excel, knowledge of payroll laws and regulations, strong analytical and communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to handle confidential information.
Work environment and culture
Highspot emphasizes an equitable, inclusive culture focused on belonging, empowerment, and employee well-being in a fast-paced environment.
Company information
Highspot pioneers sales enablement software aimed at transforming sales productivity, committed to innovation and a positive workplace culture.
Job location and travel
This position is remote or in-office across multiple US states including Seattle, WA, with flexible work options.
Unique job features
The job offers unique benefits like quarterly mental health recharge days, extensive parental leave, and comprehensive support for employee well-being.
Company overview
Highspot is a leading sales enablement platform that helps businesses improve their sales performance by providing tools for content management, training, and customer engagement. The company generates revenue through a subscription-based model, offering various tiers of service to meet the needs of different organizations. Founded in 2012, Highspot has grown rapidly, gaining recognition for its innovative approach to sales enablement and securing significant funding to expand its capabilities and market reach.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight your 5-7 years of US payroll processing experience, with emphasis on proficiency using Workday for semi-monthly, bi-weekly, and off-cycle payrolls.
Emphasize your strong knowledge of payroll regulations, compliance with federal and state laws like COBRA, FMLA, DOL/FLSA, and your ability to handle payroll data with high accuracy and confidentiality.
Apply through multiple platforms including Highspot's corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility for the Senior Payroll Analyst role.
Connect with payroll or HR professionals at Highspot on LinkedIn; use ice breakers such as commenting on Highspot's commitment to equitable workspaces or asking about their experience with payroll process improvements at the company.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'Workday payroll processing,' 'payroll compliance,' 'equity processing,' 'payroll reconciliation,' and 'process improvement' to ensure it passes automated screenings.
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