Payroll Controller (Workday Payroll Specialist)

Company: Adyen
Location: San Francisco
Posted on: February 20, 2025

Job Description:

Finance San FranciscoThis is AdyenWe took an unobvious approach to starting a payments company, building a platform from scratch. Today, we're the payments platform of choice for the world's brightest companies. Our unobvious approach is a product of our diverse perspectives. This diversity, of backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives, is essential in helping us maintain our momentum. Our business challenges are unique, we need as many different voices as possible to join us in solving them - voices like yours. So no matter where you're from, who you love, or what you believe in, we welcome you to be your true self at Adyen.Payroll ControllerWe are looking for a fast learner and hands-on Payroll Controller (Workday Payroll Specialist) to join Adyen's Payroll team, a dynamic team within our Finance function. As a Payroll controller you will be responsible for processing in-house payroll in the US in Workday Payroll, and coordinating payroll in LATAM / EMEA region for our other entities where we use external payroll providers.You would report to the Payroll Team Lead, and be part of the centralized, Amsterdam-based payroll team. You will be based in San Francisco, together with our local HR team.What you'll doAutomation and Scale

• Be the champion for Payroll automation, data, and scale. Advance organizational effectiveness and solve challenges by tapping into your Payroll expertise.
• Support and scale ongoing team projects by working closely with external vendors, and every part of the Finance and HR Team.Payroll Operations, Data and Compliance
  • Partner internally to manage Payroll compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
  • Maintain, review and validate data for US payroll using Workday Payroll module.
  • Collaborate with the accounting and finance teams to provide commentary on the journals and reconciliation (for NORAM and other assigned regions).
  • Participate in audits for 401K, Workers Compensation and general audit.
  • Provide standard and ad-hoc payroll reports to various internal departments such as HR, Finance, Accounting, Tax and Equity.
  • Process payments for final paychecks, adjustments and special pay.
  • Travel to Amsterdam will be required (once / twice a year).Who you are
    • At least 3 - 5 years of in-house payroll processing experience.
    • A Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) is preferred.
    • Strong knowledge of Workday and Workday Payroll.
    • Experience processing equity transactions including RSU and ESPP.
    • Demonstrated understanding of US payroll compliance and taxes.
    • Well-organized and able to solve problems with a pragmatic approach.
    • Data-driven with an analytical mindset.
    • Global mindset, able to work across time zones and cultures.
    • Project management skills, resourceful, and able to work independently.What's next?Ensuring a smooth and enjoyable candidate experience is critical for us. We aim to get back to you regarding your application within 5 business days. Our interview process tends to take about 4 weeks to complete, but may fluctuate depending on the role. Learn more about our hiring process here. Don't be afraid to let us know if you need more flexibility.All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.This role is based out of our San Francisco office. We are an office-first company and value in-person collaboration; we do not offer remote-only roles.
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