Payroll Administrator

About

NEOGOV is a fast-growing SaaS leader in the Public Sector with a mission to serve the people who serve the people . Our clients use our software to manage their employee lifecycle from hire to retire by streamlining processes in our centralized platform. We are passionate about technology, focused on customer success, and have an entrepreneurial environment where innovation is encouraged and rewarded.

NEOGOV is one of the top 50 fastest growing private software companies in the U.S. — Sound like a company you'd like to join? We are looking for top talent to make significant contributions to our products, technology, and customers.

We are currently seeking an experienced Payroll Administrator in our Human Resources Department who is experienced in managing payroll operations for both the US and Canadian jurisdictions. The candidate must have hands-on experience with the Dayforce payroll system and a strong understanding of the payroll regulatory landscape in both countries.

What You Will Do

• Process payroll for employees in both the US and Canada, ensuring accurate and timely execution including salaries, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and other deductions using Dayforce.
• Respond to and resolve payroll administrative inquiries and questions.
• Stay informed about changes in payroll regulations, tax laws, and statutory requirements in each country.
• Ensure payroll processes are compliant with local, state, and federal laws.
• Facilitate year-end processing/reporting and distribution of W-2 s (US).
• Liaise with auditors and manage payroll tax audits
• Ensures employees on LOA are paid
• Process off-cycle incentive pay, termination pay, etc.
• Assist with 401k and other benefits audits and functions
• Engages with team members of focus area to continually grow knowledge and receive/provide feedback
• Administrative tasks for all assigned HR programs (may include various specialized HR areas)
• Supports consistency and applies a continuous improvement framework to program implementation and administration
  
  

Who You Are

• Proficient in payroll software: Specifically Dayforce, and adept at navigating complex financial information with very close attention to detail to ensure paycheck accuracy
• Reliability: A consistent performer who understands the level of responsibility of the tasks and that the reputation of the business partly is reflected in dependability and trustworthiness of the role’s work efforts.
• Demonstrates professionalism by acting with integrity, shows respect for colleagues and customers, takes responsibility for actions and admits mistakes, freely shares knowledge and expertise with colleagues, and is adaptable.
• A Team Player: Collaborating effectively with HR, finance, and other departments
• Excellent Communicator: Ability to clearly explain complex payroll concepts to employees and helping to resolve their confidential concerns
• Problem Solver: Understanding how to run reports, compare data, and understand compliance
  
  

What You Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, HR, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4+ years of payroll processing experience, specifically with Dayforce.
• Strong knowledge of payroll tax laws and regulations in both the US and Canada.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient in Google products, and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting, with availability to work on a full-time basis, Monday through Friday.
• Certification as a Payroll Professional (e.g., CPP, PCP) preferred.
  
  

What NEOGOV Offers

• Competitive Wages
• Comprehensive Benefits package (medical, dental, vision, etc.)
• Generous PTO to support work-life balance
• 401K/RRSP Matching
• Paid Parental Leave
• Autonomy to grow and find your career path with supportive leadership
• Remote working opportunities
• Inclusive and diverse work environment
  
  

NEOGOV does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.