via Remote Rocketship
$70K - 90K a year
Manage payroll compliance and processing for U.S. and Canadian employees, oversee HRIS platform administration, and support M&A payroll and benefits analysis.
Experience with UKG or Ultimate Software HRIS, payroll operations for U.S. and Canada, 401(k) and Canadian retirement plans, and M&A payroll support.
Job Description: • Ensure compliance with federal, state/provincial, and local regulations across the U.S. and Canada. • Oversee biweekly payroll processing to ensure accurate and timely payment for U.S. and Canadian employees. • Maintain payroll compliance with federal, state/provincial, and local regulations, including tax filings, reporting, and statutory requirements. • Partner with Finance to reconcile payroll, manage audits, and support year-end processes (W-2s, T4s, etc.). • Serve as the escalation point for payroll-related inquiries and issue resolution. • Act as the Subject Matter Expert for the UKG HRIS platform, responsible for system configuration, data integrity, troubleshooting, and optimization. • Manage system workflows, permissions, reporting, and process improvements to enhance efficiency and user experience. • Support HR and business leaders with HRIS reporting, analytics, and dashboard development. • Lead HRIS updates, testing, and integration initiatives as needed. • Supporting Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A), including benefits and payroll cost analysis and impact assessments. Requirements: • Experience with multiple HRIS platforms, including the newest versions of UKG or Ultimate Software (required). • Demonstrated experience managing payroll operations and compliance for both U.S. and Canadian employees. • Experience managing and implementing 401(k) plans and Canadian retirement programs (RRSP, etc. preferred) a plus. • Experience supporting Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A), including benefits and payroll cost analysis and impact assessments. • Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and the ability to manage sensitive information with confidentiality. Benefits: • Medical • Dental • Vision • Life Insurance • Short and Long-Term Disability • 401(k) match • Flexible Spending Accounts • EAP • Parental Leave • Paid time off • Holidays
This job posting was last updated on 12/5/2025