$79/hr - Payroll Analyst

Our client is hiring a Payroll Analyst to support a rapidly growing team as the company moves toward commercial launch. You’ll work across multiple pay groups, support Workday Payroll, handle tax questions, and take part in key month-end and year-end cycles.

This role offers meaningful ownership, close collaboration with Finance and HR, and the chance to help improve processes as the company scales. If you like structured work, reliable systems, and contributing to a high-performing payroll function, this is a strong next step.

Core Attributes
What You Bring to the Table 

• A sharp eye for detail — Your accuracy directly supports a payroll operation that thousands of people rely on every cycle.

• Confidence with systems — Your Workday knowledge won’t sit on the shelf — you’ll actually own functional areas and influence how workflows run.

• A practical, analytical mindset — You enjoy solving problems with data, and this role gives you the autonomy to dig in and fix what needs fixing.

• Consistency under deadlines — Payroll moves fast, but you know how to keep work organized and predictable, even when volume spikes.

• Ease in cross-functional work — You’ll collaborate closely with Finance, HR, and Operations, becoming a go-to person for payroll insight.

• A strong sense of ownership — You take responsibility for your work, and in this role that ownership is recognized and valued.
  
  

Responsibilities
Daily Expectations for Your Role

• Support month-end close and reconciliation activities across multiple pay groups

• Research and resolve payroll tax issues; coordinate amendment requests with ADP

• Lead year-end deliverables, including W-2 review and validation

• Serve as a Workday Payroll and Time & Absence functional resource

• Participate in cross-functional project meetings and provide payroll-related input

• Review and audit semi-monthly and bi-weekly payroll runs

• Assist with global payroll processes as required

• Complete additional assignments from the Payroll Manager
  
  

Qualifications for Success
What It Takes

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree

• 6–8 years of progressive experience in payroll operations

• Strong knowledge of multi-state payroll regulations and taxation

• Hands-on experience with Workday Payroll (required)

• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

• Experience working in a dynamic and fast-changing environment

• Effective written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with global payroll operations

• Background supporting payroll system enhancements or process improvements

• Familiarity with ADP tax services

• Experience working in a technology or high-growth company
  
  

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate

• Contract role (typically 30+ hours/week)

• Paid sick leave and holidays according to local laws

• Opportunity to work within a growing autonomous mobility company
  
  

Working Environment

This is a hybrid role based in Foster City, CA.

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, with 3 days onsite required.

You’ll join a collaborative payroll team supporting a company that is preparing to scale from development to broader operational launch.

About Our Client

Our client is a technology company developing autonomous mobility solutions. They design and build electric vehicles created specifically for autonomous driving and support the entire system behind them — software, sensors, and operational infrastructure.

Their goal is to bring a safe, efficient, and scalable ride-hailing service to market. As the organization moves from R&D into production and service readiness, teams across engineering, operations, and business functions work together to support that transition.

Our Commitment to You 

Ami Arroyo Recruiting is more than just a recruiting firm; we're a partner in your career journey. We are dedicated to connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities, supporting the growth of careers and companies alike. We understand that everyone's path is unique, and we're committed to finding the perfect fit for each individual. 

We embrace diversity and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to their status. While we are not able to sponsor visas at this time, we welcome every candidate eligible to work in the United States to connect with us.