Job Description:

Zscaler is looking to recruit a Senior Payroll Specialist to assist the team in the key operational needs of the payroll processing for US and Canadian employees, support the month-end close process, and implement best-in-class procedures as well as drive process improvements and transformation to scale the back-office function to meet the fast-paced growth of the organization.

This role will be a key member of the Accounting & Finance team. This individual will be a dynamic, detail-oriented, and strategic partner for finance who is capable of collaborating across departments as well as working independently.

Responsibilities:

• Process the semi-monthly US payrolls for 2,000 employees using ADP Workforce Now (Ceridian Dayforce beginning July 2024)
• Assist with the semi-monthly Canada payroll using Ceridian Dayforce for 100 employees
• Report US and Canada equity transactions (NSOs, ISOs, ESPP and RSUs) in Payroll
• Perform variable pay, stock, or other supplemental or non-recurring pay runs, ensuring timely tax deposits
• Ensure timely reporting and payment of the employer’s and employees’ withholding taxes and miscellaneous withholdings to appropriate agencies. Work with Ceridian / ADP Tax Services to resolve any issues
• Collaborate with payroll accounting on payroll journal entries and GL account reconciliations
• Process accurate year-end payrolls, W-2, and government reporting and file any necessary payroll amendments
• Maintain knowledge of applicable state and federal wage and hour laws
• Maintain compliance of payroll processes within SOX guidelines
• Collaborate with People and Culture (HR) for payroll related matters such as new hires, terminations, merit increases, benefits, and change of status
• Work on special projects, including the implementation of Ceridian Dayforce, and participate in user acceptance testing (UAT)
• Ability to handle confidential information in a discreet and professional manner
• Ability to provide consistent high-quality service to both internal and external payroll clients through inquiry resolutions and follow ups

Minimum Qualifications:

• 5 years of processing payroll for publicly traded and SaaS companies

Preferred Qualifications:

• Microsoft Excel proficiency
• Experience with software packages Ceridian Dayforce, NetSuite, SuccessFactors, ServiceNow, highly desired
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment under tight timelines
• Result-oriented individual with high degree of accuracy and ability to take initiative

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