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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.

New York, NYSan Francisco, CAPeople OpsHybrid3+ YOE

About the role

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

HibobPigment AppPayroll ProcessingBenefits AdministrationHRIS401KPayroll ComplianceWorkflow TestingData IntegrationAutomation

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