Payroll Specialist

This is Adyen

Adyen is the financial technology platform of choice for leading companies. By providing end-to-end payments capabilities, data-driven insights, and financial products in a single global solution, Adyen helps businesses achieve their ambitions faster. With offices around the world, Adyen works with the likes of Facebook, Uber, H&M, eBay, and Microsoft. To maintain our momentum, we need people to join us in finding new ways of solving our unique challenges - people like you.

Payroll Specialist 

We are looking for a fast learner and hands-on Payroll Specialist to join Adyen's Payroll team in San Francisco, a dynamic team within our Finance function. As a Payroll Specialist you will be responsible for processing in-house payroll in the US in Workday Payroll, and coordinating payroll in the LATAM / EMEA region for our other entities where we use external payroll providers. 

You would report to the Global 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 and part of our strategic finance team. 

At Adyen, our people are our greatest asset. Our unique company culture attracts the smartest people, who take initiative & ownership and can contribute to our fast growth. We believe that people reach their utmost potential if we give them freedom, opportunity, and ownership over their work. 

What you'll do:

Automation 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

• Maintain, review and validate data for US payroll using Workday Payroll module.
• Partner internally to manage Payroll compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• 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.

Who you are:

• At least 2-5 years of US in-house payroll processing experience.
• Strong knowledge of Workday and Workday Payroll.
• A Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) is preferred.
• Experience processing equity transactions, including RSU and ESPP.
• Demonstrated understanding of US payroll compliance and taxes.
• You're well-organized and like to solve problems with a pragmatic approach.
• You're data driven with an analytical mindset.
• You have a global mindset, and are able to work across time zones and cultures.
• You have project management skills, are resourceful, and able to work independently.

Other requirements: 

• Travel to Amsterdam HQ will be required (once or twice per year).

The annual base salary range for this role is $120,000 - $155,000; to learn more about our compensation philosophy, please click here.

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.

Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion commitments 

Our unique approach is a product of our diverse perspectives. This diversity of backgrounds and cultures is essential in helping us maintain our momentum. Our business and technical challenges are unique, and we need as many different voices as possible to join us in solving them - voices like yours. No matter who you are or where you’re from, we welcome you to be your true self at Adyen. 

Studies show that women and members of underrepresented communities apply for jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. Does this sound like you? If so, Adyen encourages you to reconsider and apply. We look forward to your application!

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.

Adyen is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status or any legally protected status.

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.