Job Details

Job Description

Payroll Analyst at a leading company in the autonomous vehicle industry requires accurate, compliant payroll operations and continuous process improvements.

In this role, you will assist with payroll processing across multiple pay groups, resolve tax and compliance issues, and serve as a Workday Payroll subject‑matter expert. You'll collaborate with cross‑functional teams, support month‑end and year‑end activities, and help drive efficiency across payroll workflows.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing company as they scale production and transition from R&D to commercial service launch.

This full‑time, on‑site contract role is based in Foster City, CA; applicants must be able to work on‑site.

Responsibilities & Daily Expectations

• Assist with month‑end close activities and reconciliations across all pay groups.
• Research and resolve tax inquiries, including coordinating tax amendment processing through ADP.
• Lead year‑end processes to ensure compliance and accurate W‑2 delivery for all employees.
• Serve as the payroll technical lead for Workday functional areas (Payroll and Time & Absence).
• Participate in project meetings with cross‑functional teams, providing payroll insights and feasibility assessments.
• Review and audit semi‑monthly and bi‑weekly payrolls for accuracy and compliance.
• Support global payroll processing as needed.
• Contribute to special projects assigned by the Payroll Manager.

Requirements & Qualifications For Success

• Bachelor's degree with 6‑8 years of progressive experience in payroll operations and system improvements.
• Strong understanding of payroll regulatory compliance and multi‑state taxation.
• Experience with Workday Payroll system is required.
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience working in dynamic and rapidly changing environments.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and written skills.
• Attention to detail, with the ability to prioritize, multi‑task, and meet deadlines.
• Global payroll experience is a plus.

Work Schedule and Logistics

• Location: Foster City, CA
• Shift: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Schedule: Hybrid (3 days onsite per week)
• Assignment Length: Contract

The Company & Our Commitment To You

Ami Arroyo Recruiting is more than a recruiting firm—we're a career partner. We take a personalized, transparent approach to every placement and are deeply committed to supporting our candidates at every step of the hiring process. Our goal is simple: to connect passionate people with meaningful, forward‑looking opportunities.

We proudly embrace diversity and are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to status. While we are unable to sponsor visas at this time, we welcome all candidates authorized to work in the United States.