People Operations Specialist
Manages payroll processing, benefits administration, and HR systems like Hibob for North America, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and seamless workflows. Requires 3+ years in US/Canada payroll with strong analytical skills.
About the job
Responsibilities
- Payroll Management: Process monthly payroll with third-party provider, ensure 100% accuracy, compliance, and timely distribution.
- Benefits Administration: Manage and audit employee benefits (health insurance, 401K, etc.), serve as main contact for providers and employees.
- Systems & Workflows: Act as power user for Hibob and Pigment App; test workflows, ensure data integration, identify automation opportunities.
- Compliance & Reporting: Maintain payroll records and generate reports for finance team budget forecasting.
Scope primarily North America (USA & Canada), UK, and EOR providers.
Requirements
- Minimum 3 years in USA & Canada payroll.
- Proven experience in payroll and benefits administration.
- Rigorous with strong attention to detail.
- Strong prioritization, solution-oriented mindset.
- Strong analytical skills and "test-and-learn" mindset for HR software.
- High discretion with confidential data.
- Ability to multitask in dynamic, international environment.
- Experience with third-party payroll providers.
Nice-to-Haves
- Experience with international payroll.
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation package.
- Stock options.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision insurance.
- Generous time off and parental leave.
- Flexible working hours.
- Employer-sponsored 401(k).
Skills
Hibob, Pigment App, Payroll Processing, Benefits Administration, HRIS, 401K, Payroll Compliance, Workflow Testing, Data Integration, Automation
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