Payroll Specialist in Charge of Implementation
Oyster, a global employment platform, is seeking a skilled Payroll Implementation Specialist to join their dynamic team. This role is fully remote and requires the specialist to be based in the +1/+2 UTC time zone.
Background and Experience
The ideal candidate will possess expertise in payroll migrations and familiarity with various payroll systems. They should have experience working closely with country-specific Payroll Specialists to tailor payroll configurations to customer requirements. A strong understanding of managing global payroll operations aligned with local tax and legal regulations is essential.
Key Responsibilities
As the primary contact for customers during the payroll implementation process, the Payroll Implementation Specialist will act as a liaison, collaborating with stakeholders and clients to facilitate the rollout of new customer payrolls across multiple countries. They will support project coordination by creating, updating, and tracking detailed project plans.
The specialist will collect and document specific payroll requirements to support migrations and implementations. They will participate in internal and external client calls to communicate project progress and resolve queries. Ensuring timely and compliant payroll setup to guarantee accurate employee payments worldwide is a critical aspect of this role.
Skills and Requirements
The role requires strong organizational skills with attention to structure and deadlines. A high degree of accuracy and attention to detail in data handling is necessary. The candidate must have experience handling multiple smaller projects at once and possess proficiency in Excel and Google Sheets, with the ability to use formulas and organize data.
Project management experience is necessary, and the candidate should have a minimum of 3 years of payroll processing experience with a good understanding of payroll principles, basic tax mechanics, and benefits administration. Familiarity with BI tools such as Looker and Alteryx is beneficial for the role.
Benefits and Culture
Oyster offers a competitive benefits package, including a wellbeing allowance topped up each month, access to Plumm, a mental well-being service, and 40 days off each year. The company is committed to ensuring equal opportunity of employment for qualified persons with disabilities and actively fosters an inclusive work environment.
Oyster has achieved one of the highest employee engagement scores in its class and is committed to maintaining a strong, diverse, and engaged team. If you require reasonable accommodations throughout the recruiting process, please email [email protected] with the subject line: Interview Accommodations.
Application Process
If you are interested in this opportunity, Oyster's available positions can be found on their careers page. If you receive a suspicious email relating to opportunities at Oyster from any other email domain where someone is claiming to be a part of our recruitment team, or are directed to anywhere other than www.oysterhr.com/careers to view our available jobs, submit a report through our Compliance and Ethics Helpline.
If you are invited to interview with us, our recruitment team will only ever contact you directly from an @oysterhr.com email address. The Payroll Implementation Specialist position at Oyster is a crucial role in delivering seamless, compliant global payroll solutions for international teams, contributing to client satisfaction and the company's growth.
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- In the dynamic and innovative environment at Oyster, the successful candidate will leverage their proficiency in payroll principles, technology, and project management to implement seamless, compliant global payroll solutions, thereby contributing to client satisfaction and the company's growth in the finance and lifestyle sectors.
- To foster a sustainable and rewarding lifestyle, the fortunate individual chosen for the role at Oyster will enjoy a competitive benefits package, including a wellbeing allowance, access to mental well-being services, and an attractive leave policy, all while working in a diverse, engaged, and inclusive work culture that values equal opportunity.
