Specialist, US Payroll (5:00 PM - 2:00 AM IST)

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About the Role:

CrowdStrike is looking for a Specialist – AMER Payroll. Our payroll and accounting team is expanding. This position is designed for a strong team contributor, driven, detail-oriented Payroll Analyst to support our team in our corporate headquarters in Sunnyvale. You are a team player and willing to do whatever it takes to ensure our US, Canada, Mexico and Brazil payrolls are processed on a timely and accurate basis.  This is a fast-paced, dynamic role and you will take on interesting and challenging responsibilities as our organization continues to grow in both size and complexity. This role will be a key part of the successful growth of the Finance department and located in our office in India.

What You'll Do:

• Manage and support the day-to-day US, Canada, Mexico and Brazil & US Payroll Experience is must. ADP Global view (SAP) platform experience is mandatory. ADP Ceridian payroll experience will be a plus

• Worked on payroll projects and process improvement drives complete and timely processing of bi-weekly and Semi-monthly payroll for exempt and non-exempt employees using ADP- GV, Workday and ADP Workforce Now (Canada)

• Perform Semi-monthly and Bi-weekly Payroll Reconciliation to validate all the payroll inputs

• Assist with T&A for hourly employees

• In depth knowledge of Stock transactions including but not limited to RSU, ESPP wage reporting, etc.

• Review new hires, terminations, status changes, tax changes, deductions, rate changes, retroactive adjustments, special pay, etc.

• Process and reconcile all deductions, including, 401K, flexible spending plans, etc.

• Perform data audit between Workday and payroll platforms

• Responsible for providing the information and coordinating with ADP

• Perform ESPP Validations and enrolments/Modification

• Research and set up new tax jurisdictions for payroll tax filing (Optional)

• Ensure quarterly/annual payroll tax filings are complete and accurate and filed timely

• Collaborate with internal/external partners who also support the equity administration function (e.g., legal counsel, the People Team, etc.)

• Record all payroll-related journal entries in the GL

• Perform periodic reconciliation of payroll accounts.

• Provide prompt, friendly, and efficient customer service to employees who have questions regarding their pay, deductions and/or the payroll process

• Perform year-end activities

• Perform payroll analysis

• Assist with special projects as needed

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor’s Degree

• Minimum 7 to 10 years of experience in AMER payroll Operations, Managed in-house payroll with high-growth, fast paced environment (Canada, Mexico and Brazil payroll experience preferred).

• Global View (SAP) Payroll platform is mandatory with Workday

• Strong understanding of payroll systems, earnings and deduction codes, W-2, W-2C and GL mapping.

• Knowledge of Federal and State payroll rules and regulations

• Experience with Year-end payroll activities

• Ability to handle multiple tasks and react quickly in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities 

• Effectively communicate and provide a high level of service to internal and external customers, including all levels within the company

• Individual must be organised, detail-oriented, proactive and energetic

• Experience with the following systems is preferred: NetSuite, ADP Workforce Now, ADP Global view, ADP Ceredian.

• A self-starter and team player

Location - Kharadi, Pune (WFO)

Shift Timings - 5:00 PM - 2:00 AM IST

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Benefits of Working at CrowdStrike:

• Remote-first culture

• Market leader in compensation and equity awards with option to participate in ESPP in eligible countries

• Competitive vacation and flexible working arrangements

• Physical and mental wellness programs 

• Paid parental leave, including adoption 

• A variety of professional development and mentorship opportunities

• Access to CrowdStrike University, LinkedIn Learning and Jhanna

• Offices with stocked kitchens when you need to fuel innovation and collaboration

• Birthday time-off in your local country

• Work with people who are passionate in our mission and Great Place to Work certified across the globe