Payroll Specialist

2 weeks ago


Palo Alto, California, United States AppLovin Full time
About AppLovin

AppLovin is a leading technology company that helps businesses connect with their ideal customers. Our mission is to provide end-to-end software and AI solutions that enable businesses to reach, monetize, and grow their global audiences.

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support our global payroll operations. As a Payroll Specialist, you will ensure the accurate and timely processing of payroll for employees across multiple countries while maintaining compliance with local, regional, and global regulations.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Process payroll for employees across multiple countries and jurisdictions, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
  • Audit payroll data to ensure compliance with regulations and internal policies.
  • Resolve payroll discrepancies and respond to employee inquiries.
  • Assist with payroll tax filings, audits, and reporting to ensure statutory compliance.
  • Collaborate with Finance and People (HR) teams to streamline payroll processes.
  • Process payroll for US entities, including data entry, reconciliation, and validation.
  • Handle off-cycle manual payroll calculations and audit timesheets.
  • Monitor integrations between Workday HRIS and external systems.
  • Support month-end close tasks and perform account/benefits reconciliations.
Requirements:
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across multiple departments and global teams.
  • Extensive knowledge of payroll functions, including preparation, balancing, internal control, and payroll taxes for a multi-state organization.
  • Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to deliver results quickly and accurately.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and process, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.
  • Ability to build relationships and collaborate across People Ops, Finance, Accounting, Legal, and other teams.
  • Experience thriving in a fast-paced, hyper-growth organization.
  • A strong desire to help others.
  • Proficiency in multiple payroll systems, HRIS, and financial systems.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Preferred experience with Workday HCM/Payroll.
  • Proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets.
  • Experience working with external payroll vendors and service providers.
  • Proficiency with payroll and HRIS systems, such as Workday, ADP Workforce Now, and ADP Celergo.
What We Offer:

AppLovin provides a competitive total compensation package with a pay for performance rewards approach. Total compensation at AppLovin is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Depending on the position offered, equity, and other forms of incentive compensation (as applicable) may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to dental, vision, and other benefits.

USA Base Pay Range: CA, NY, WA States $29.81-$45.19 USD USA Base Pay Range: all other States (excludes CA, NY, WA) $19.71-$29.33 USD

Equal Opportunity Employer:

AppLovin is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or other legally protected characteristics.


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