Join OEC's HR team as a Senior Payroll Compliance Analyst, owning payroll accuracy, compliance, and process innovation across North America. This role suits an experienced professional comfortable working with a high degree of autonomy, acting as the primary subject matter expert on payroll compliance matters. If you thrive on precision, accountability, and solving problems before they become problems, this is your seat.
What You'll Do
Guide payroll processing and provide expert recommendations across the company
Lead payroll reconciliations and system integration audits, spotting trends and resolving discrepancies to keep the team audit-ready.
Support timely responses to payroll and IRS tax notices; assist with employer registrations under federal, state, local, and Canadian provincial law
Own payroll-adjacent compliance areas including 401(k) match calculations, EEO reporting, and workers' compensation requirements across multiple states
Prepare payroll and finance reports (gross payroll, hours worked, PTO accrual, tax and benefit deductions) for budgeting and internal/external audits
Administer variable compensation programs, including Annual and Executive Incentive Plans, Profit Sharing Plan, Merit Increase Program, and 401(k) Company Match
Maintain data integrity across wages, benefits, 401(k), and PTO, documenting processes clearly for consistency and audit readiness
Champion process improvements through system optimization and automation
Support payroll, HR, and operations during mergers & acquisitions
Provide backup support for payroll processing, including administering and committing payroll runs
What You Bring
Bachelor's degree in HR, Accounting, or related field (equivalent experience considered)
4+ years of multi-state payroll experience with deep knowledge of payroll rules, regulations, and compliance across North America
Proven ability to own complex problems end-to-end, with strong critical thinking and a bias toward practical solutions
Proficiency with HRIS/payroll systems, Dayforce and reporting tools strongly preferred
Exceptional attention to detail, documentation habits, and time management in a fast-moving, small-company environment
Strong communication skills across all levels of the organization
Discretion in handling confidential information
Comfort thriving in a remote/hybrid environment with camera-on virtual meetings
Some travel to our corporate office may be required (10%)
Availability to work Eastern Time zone hours is required
What We Offer:
Full benefits starting Day 1: Medical, Dental, and Vision
401(k) with company match
Unlimited Flex Time Off plus 10 company-paid holidays
Professional development programs and tuition assistance
Home office equipment stipend
Employee resource groups and exclusive employee discounts