HubSpot

LeadPayrollAnalyst

$86–138k United States Remote Friendly
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HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Lead Payroll Analyst at HubSpot. Skills: Payroll processing, Workday, Compliance. Serve as lead analyst for payroll processing. Own and review payroll items”

What You'll Achieve.

Accurate, timely payroll processing; High-quality resolution of ServiceNow tickets; Accurate configuration and end-to-end processing in Workday; Accurate validation of payroll results; Compliance with federal, state, and provincial laws; Proactive identification of audit issues; Accuracy of tax forms; Clear, empathetic, and timely employee support; Root-cause resolution of payroll issues; Escalating and resolving vendor issues; Streamlined and standardized payroll processes; Scalability and risk reduction; Automation and self-service initiatives; Data integrity and reconciliation; Proactive surfacing of trends and issues; Improved decision-making across Finance and HR

Industry & Context.

Problems you'll solve

Troubleshoot complex payroll issues; Drive root-cause resolution; Investigating and resolving discrepancies

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

5+ years of progressive experience in payroll and/or accounting, Workday payroll experience required, Knowledge of payroll regulations, tax, and compliance requirements across US states and Canadian provinces, Advanced proficiency in Excel, Demonstrated ability to lead through influence

Nice to Have

FPC or CPP preferred, Experience with SOX-controlled environments is a plus

What You'll Do.

Serve as lead analyst for payroll processing

Own and review payroll items

Monitor and work ServiceNow tickets

Review and approve payrolls

Ensure compliance with laws and regulations

Lead or support payroll audits

Support quarter-end and year-end processes

Act as key point of contact for employee payroll questions

Partner with stakeholders to troubleshoot issues

Manage relationships with external providers

Support payroll-related onboarding and training

Identify and implement process improvements

Lead or contribute to system enhancements

Drive automation and self-service initiatives

Ensure data integrity and reconciliation

Back up for stock-related payroll events

Lead complex payroll projects

Mentor and coach peers

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Serve as a key partner for Finance and People Operations; Partner closely with People Operations, Finance, Equity, and other stakeholders; Informally mentor peers by sharing knowledge, reviewing work, and contributing to documentation and training; Lead cross-functional initiatives

Communication Scope

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Process & Methodology

Own projects end-to-end, Drive process efficiencies, Align cross-functional stakeholders

Full Job Description

776317 HubSpot transforms how organizations market and sell — and we’ve also redefined how people work and live through our unique approach to company culture. Headquartered in Cambridge, MA, with employees across the globe, we’re building a company where people can do their best work and grow their careers. We’re looking for a NAM Payroll Lead Analyst (Level 6) to join our global payroll team. This senior individual contributor will be a subject-matter expert and key partner for our North America (US and Canada) and select LATAM payroll operations. You’ll own complex payroll processes, drive automation and process improvements, and serve as a trusted advisor to partners across Finance and People Operations. This role requires deep technical payroll expertise, a data-driven mindset, and the ability to lead through influence in a fast-paced, highly collaborative, and remote-friendly environment. Key Responsibilities Serve as a lead analyst and primary backup for accurate, timely payroll processing across US states, Canadian provinces, and LATAM countries in scope. Own and review a broad range of payroll items, including base pay, bonuses, equity, benefits, and tax deductions, ensuring accurate configuration and end-to-end processing in Workday. Monitor and work ServiceNow (SNOW) tickets, ensuring timely, high-quality resolution and a strong employee experience. Review and approve on-cycle and off-cycle payrolls, validating results against expected outcomes and internal controls (including SOX). Ensure compliance with federal, state, and provincial laws and labor regulations, as well as HubSpot’s internal policies and control framework. Lead or support periodic, quarterly, and annual payroll audits, proactively identifying issues and recommending corrective actions. Support quarter-end and year-end processes in Workday, including tax reconciliations and the accuracy of forms such as W-2s, T4s, and RL-1s. Act as a key point of contact for employee payroll-related quest

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