Senior Payroll Associate

Responsibilities • Manage the end-to-end payroll process using Dayforce, ensuring timely and accurate payroll processing for all employees. Perform complex payroll calculations, including deductions, garnishments, and benefits.

• Complete bonus, termination, and other one-off payroll runs as required.

• Verify and process all payroll-related changes including, but not limited to new hires, terminations, leaves of absence, salary changes, benefit changes, equity, timecards, etc.

• Set up new hires and maintain employee information in Dayforce, Fidelity, & Concur Expense Reporting

• Maintain detailed and accurate records of employee earnings, deductions, and tax information.

• Ensure accurate calculation of federal, state, and local taxes, as well as deductions for benefits, retirement plans, and other contributions.

• Set up new state taxes as needed.

• Prepare and provide various payroll reports for auditing and other purposes.

• Stay up to date with and adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

• Handle annual tax form preparation and distribution, as well as other quarter-end and year-end payroll tasks.

• Work closely and collaborate with HR and Finance/Accounting teams to ensure smooth payroll operations and resolve any related issues.

• Process regular stock equity earnings and taxation. Assist with stock transactions as needed.

• Assists in equity administration reporting as required.

• Participate in process improvements and special projects as needed.

Qualifications • Bachelor’s Degree in Business or equivalent required with 4+ years of payroll processing experience.

• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or similar certification preferred.

• Must be familiar with Federal and State payroll laws.

• Experience with large payroll systems, preferably with Dayforce.

• High attention to detail, professional attitude, and reliability.

• Strong organizational skills.

• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of compensation data.

• Stock equity administration and equity taxation experience preferred.

• Fidelity benefits experience preferred.

• Proficient with Microsoft Excel.

• Proficient with Adobe PDF.

• Strong communication skills and ability to work with others as well as independently.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements • Subject to extended periods of sitting and standing, vision to monitor, and moderate noise levels. ​

Compensation • The salary offer will be based on a variety of factors, including level, experience, qualifications, internal equity, and location.

• Fate offers a competitive employment package that includes an annual bonus, equity, and a generous benefits package.

• The anticipated salary range for this role is $90,000 - $105,000.